Date of Award
Spring 4-21-1995
Document Type
Thesis - Open Access
Degree Name
Master of Aeronautical Science
Department
Graduate Studies
Committee Chair
Henry R. Lehrer
Committee Member
Franklin D. Richey
Committee Member
Shannon Trebbe
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the potential effects of simulation gaming technique on the decision-making skills of airport emergency response technicians. Through the use of descriptive research methods this study has examined the benefits of using simulation training to enhance operational readiness. A specialized questionnaire was developed using a Likert scale format to attain the opinion of 20 airport directors--or their representatives. Findings did support the research hypothesis that the introduction of simulation training (Table Top) exercises would increase the operational readiness of airport emergency response crews. Statistical analysis of survey responses found that no significant difference occurred between answers provided by large airport staff and those provided by small airports.
Scholarly Commons Citation
Vines, William E. Jr., "Improving Operational Readiness of Airport Emergency Response Crews: Utilization of Gaming Theory in Decision Making Simulations" (1995). Master's Theses - Daytona Beach. 220.
https://commons.erau.edu/db-theses/220
