In the past, training with traditional methods was shown to improve in
spection performance. However, advances in technology have automated t
raining and revolutionized the way training will be delivered in the f
uture. Examples of such technology include computer-based simulators,
digital interactive video, computer-based training, and intelligent tu
toring systems. Despite the lower cost and increased availability of c
omputer technology, the application of advanced technology to training
within the manufacturing industry and specifically for inspection has
been limited. In this vein, a case study is presented which shows how
advanced technology along with our basic knowledge of training princi
ples, can be used to develop a computer-based training program for a c
ontact lens inspection task. Improvements due to computer-based inspec
tion training were measured in an evaluation study and are reported. (
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