Simulation training is learning by doing. Studies have proven that simulation training is the most cost-effective tool for operator training. It also follows that the most realistic simulator provides the most effective training. The AUTODYNAMICS philosophy is to provide the most realistic, cost-effective training system available. Unlike other training tools, simulation training requires no additional performance indicators. Written tests indicate potential performance. On-the-job training implies plant performance, but only simulation training points out trainee limitations and capabilities and proves an individual's overall proficiency skills. An operator training simulator can be utilized to teach process plant opertors how to operate safely and efficently.
AUDY simulators permit training and instruction of operators to run the plant safer, more efficiently, and with prolonged equipment life. In addition, other significant benefits are provided such as:
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Improved operator know-how
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Improved station performance
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Reduced training time
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Increased operator confidence
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Increased energy efficiency
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Faster, more efficient start-up
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production.
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Simulator training systems provide several functions. First and foremost, these systems provide the medium for conducting carefully supervised training exercises that will help reduce personnel errors, and consequently maximize plant availability, and thus, increase plant productivity and improve product quality.
Secondly, the simulator systems can be used during plant design and construction by engineering personnel to validate process plant design and to develop and verify process control and process optimization criteria and strategies.
The Autodynamics System Simulator has been configured to maximize operator training needs, yet designed with the additional objectives for reliability, to assure maximum utilization, fidelity, to assure effective transfer of process knowledge, rigor for engineering capabilities and the flexibility and modularity, to expand the system to meet future requirements.
