The Impact of eLearning on Computer Numerical Controls (CNC) Training in U.S. Manufacturing
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ndltd-OhioLink-oai-etd.ohiolink.edu-toledo15439202582495532021-08-03T07:09:05Z The Impact of eLearning on Computer Numerical Controls (CNC) Training in U.S. Manufacturing Hoffman, Thomas H. Educational Technology CNC Machining eLearning manufacturing training and development There is an apparent skills gap that currently exists among the workforce within U.S. Manufacturing. One profession that is affected by this skills-gap is Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining. Many manufacturing companies are currently seeking ways to minimize this skills gap of the CNC machinist through the implementation of a training and development program in which eLearning provides prerequisite knowledge to the workforce in preparation for their On-the Job Training (OJT).This study assessed the current use of eLearning as a foundational training solution for CNC machining in the manufacturing industry and evaluated its effectiveness in the preparation of CNC machinists for the subsequent skill-based OJT that follows. Data records from 10 eLearning courses related to CNC were reviewed to include pre and post test scores, along with results from a satisfaction survey. The data collected from the 5,736 individual participants, which totaled 21,200 completed courses, showed an average pretest score of 51.36 and an average post test score of 87.72 resulting in a statistically significant average difference of 37.27 among all courses. Additionally, the results of 846 end of course surveys showed an above average satisfaction rating among all eLearning courses.The significant increase in workers knowledge strengthens the argument for eLearning as a valuable tool for manufacturing organizations to use within their training program. Furthermore, individuals within this study who completed eLearning found it favorable, engaging, and relevant to their job. It is suggested that the results of this study can provide a foundation for future research in other manufacturing sectors, as well as contribute to the continuous research into eLearning’s effectiveness through other suggested methodologies. 2018 English text University of Toledo / OhioLINK http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=toledo1543920258249553 http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=toledo1543920258249553 unrestricted This thesis or dissertation is protected by copyright: some rights reserved. It is licensed for use under a Creative Commons license. Specific terms and permissions are available from this document's record in the OhioLINK ETD Center. |
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