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Title: Interactive Training Systems For The Gas Pipeline Dispatcher
Author: Robert E. Mcdonald, Kevin F. Webb
Source: American Gas Association 1988
Year Published: 1988
Abstract: The advent of improved computer systems and recent improvements in the area of pipeline simulation technology make possible a new and effective way to train pipeline Dispatchers. This paper describes the application of simulation-based training systems to the area of pipeline system dispatching. A gas pipeline Dispatcher receives most of his training on the job, because there is no other practical way to get actual operating experience on the line. Training in this manner is time-consuming at best operating situations that give the Dispatcher insight and experience happen infrequently. For instance, a period of prolonged cold weather that causes peak demand flows may only happen every several years. In many instances, you hope that a situation such as a pipeline rupture or major equipment failure never happens at all. The more time that a Dispatcher spends on the job, the more experience he gets and the more valuable he becomes. In addition, many experienced operating personnel are taking on other responsibilities or are retiring, leaving an experience gap.

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