The effects of sea experience and computer confidence on ECDIS training

• Øvergård, K. I. ^[1] ; Smit, P. N. ^[1]
  1. [1] Vestfold University College

     Vestfold University College

     Noruega

     
• Localización: Journal of maritime research: JMR, ISSN 1697-4840, Vol. 11, Nº. 2, 2014 (Ejemplar dedicado a: 6TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON MARITIME TRANSPORT), págs. 25-31
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  • The potential for catastrophic events as consequences of human navigational errors underlines the importance of proper training in the use of new ECDIS. Outcomes of ECDIS training courses using a self-assessment questionnaire are presented in the paper. Possible influences of experience at sea, confidence attitudes in the use of computer and previous involvement with ECS/ ECDIS where evaluated. Participants (N=64) were maritime navigators and students. Linear regression analyses and paired samples t-tests indicated positive self-reported learning effects of the training courses. Neither experience at sea nor confidence in use of computers had a significant effect on the learning outcome of the training courses. Those with experience in similar systems had both higher initial and end scores thus indicating relative less perceived learning outcomes.