Efektifitas Simulator Engine Control System pada Departemen Teknik Akademi TNI Angkatan Laut terhadap Taruna Korp Teknik

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the influence of the Engine Control System (ECS) simulator on the competency of technical corps cadets at the Naval Academy Engineering Department. The research employed a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental pre-test post-test control group design involving 120 third-year cadets divided into an experimental group (60 cadets) and a control group (60 cadets). Research instruments consisted of validated conceptual knowledge tests, practical skills assessments, and confidence level questionnaires. Data were analyzed using mixed-design ANOVA with SPSS version 29.0. Results revealed highly significant interaction effects (p < 0.001) across all three competency aspects. The experimental group demonstrated superior improvements with gain scores: conceptual knowledge (24.6 vs 11.8 points), practical skills (1.9 vs 0.8 points), and confidence level (1.4 vs 0.6 points) compared to the control group. Cohen's d effect size > 2.0 indicated high practical significance. Normalized gain score analysis showed the experimental group achieved a high gain category (g ≥ 0.7) across all competency aspects. These findings support experiential learning theory and cognitive load theory in the maritime technical education context. The ECS simulator proved effective in enhancing cadet competency through direct experience, dynamic visualization, and exposure to various operational scenarios in a safe and controlled environment.

Keywords: Engine control system simulator, Maritime technical competency, Military education, Naval cadets, Simulation-based learning