Training Media Analysis (TMA)

Each part task and whole task that is defined in the blueprint of the training needs to be analysed via the BLE method (blended learning) designed by NLR. Also, requirements emerging from the training concept need to be taken into account (e.g. data gathering requirement for performance based training or interconnectivity requirements for a live virtual constructive environment). The principle of the BLE method is a questionnaire that defines the minimum user requirements of the media for each training element (e.g. whole task, part task, supporting theory). Those user requirements guide the selection or development of the training media.

A TMA will contain:

User requirements per task

Determine user requirements for training media. Performance data requirements for direct after action review and learning analytics also need to be taken into account here.

Training media sanity check

Ensure realistic selection of training media with respect to affordability, time, space, acceptance, reusability, safety, etc.


Use cases

Replacement of initial training capacity
Training and Simulation

05 April 2022

R&D case: Flexible and scalable future training

The PC-7 training aircraft of the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) needs to be replaced. A Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and Training Media Analysis (TMA) were therefore done, aiming to provide a solution for the replacement of the entire initial training capacity. This training capacity needs to be flexible and scalable to meet the changing training needs in the future. As a result, the following questions should be answered clearly: