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MISSION:
To provide training to Soldiers on the tasks used to operate construction equipment. These tasks include locations and functions of controls, instruments, and tactics prior to operating the actual construction equipment. The simulator replicates the form, fit, and function of tactical construction equipment.
DESCRIPTION:
The CEVT Type I simulators represent the U.S. Army's initial use of simulation to support the training of construction equipment operators. The CEVT provides cost-effective training in a virtual environment. This allows personnel with little or no experience in operating construction equipment to have an opportunity for familiarization training. The simulator models the form, fit, and function of the actual construction equipment controls and provides instructions for basic machine operation and skills through a training curriculum that progress from controls familiarization through complex application tasks. The CEVT Type I simulators incorporate interactive training lessons for basic operating techniques associated with the equipment. This includes tasks associated with maneuvering and earthmoving techniques or procedures. It also includes a fully narrated interactive operator training on daily service checks, startup and operation, safety, and emergency response drills. Currently, the CEVT program has fielded two variants. The CEVT Hydraulic Excavator (HYEX) Type I simulator is based on the John Deere Excavator (Model 230LCR). The CEVT Wheel Loader (WL) Type I simulator is based on the Caterpillar Small Wheel Loader (Model 924H). The CEVT- HYEX and CEVT - WL simulators are based on the available, commercial off the shelf (COTS) products that have been modified for the U.S. Army. Thirty CEVT - HYEX and thirty CEVT - WL are installed in fixed facility classrooms at Fort Leonard Wood, MO to support the U.S. Army Engineer School. The CEVT Type I simulators are expected to expand and include the Motor Grader and Dozer after the requirements are defined and approved.
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