DDG-51 Engineering Training

Much of the training for the engineering watchstanders of Arleigh Burke-class destroyers that is currently done underway could be done in port. Training could also be done on simulators at considerable savings in time, money, fuel, and ship wear and tear. This monograph discusses how training simulator use could improve engineering watchstanders1 proficiency before ships go to sea, reserving time at sea for fine-tuning the training.