Abstract

The demand for skilled workers and novel manufacturing training solutions has increased with the growing demand for fiber optic cables. Web-based simulations can be used for training, and this paper presents an approach for developing a fiber preform manufacturing browser-based VR simulation. Subsequently, a study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the simulation based on learning gains and learner perception of ease of use, usefulness, intention of use, learning outcomes, and workload. A mixed-methods between-subjects study with 63 participants found that the combination of lecture and simulation was significantly better for perceived usefulness and learning outcomes compared to lecture-only or lecture-and-video conditions.

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