Training and Education

student training in the Motion Simulation Lab.

Expanding the use of driving simulation in civilian driver training, and in college education to provide a more experiential context for learning.  

Research Projects

Related Publications

Journals

  • Hulme, K.F., Bauer, M.E., Hatten, N., Destro, H., and Duncan Jr., I., (2019). “A Pilot Study to Analyze the Effectiveness of a Targeted Simulation-based Training Curriculum on Young Driver Performance”, White Paper.
  • Lewis, K., Hulme, K., Kasprzak, E., Moore-Russo, D. and Fabiano, G., (2011). “Motion Simulation Experiments for Driver Behavior and Road Vehicle Dynamics,” ASME J. Comput. Inf. Sci. Eng., Vol. 11, No.4, December, 2011.
  • Hulme, K.F. Kasprzak, E., English, K., Moore-Russo, D., and Lewis, K., (2009). “Experiential Learning in Vehicle Dynamics Education via Motion Simulation and Interactive Gaming.” International Journal of Computer Games Technology, vol. 2009, Article ID 952524, 15 pages, 2009. doi:10.1155/2009/952524.
Conference Proceedings
  • Hulme, K.F., Lim, R., Estes, A., Schiferle, M.W., Mark W Schiferle, Rivera Reyes, P., Hartloff, J., and Still, S.E., (2020). “Gamifying M&S Transportation Education & Training to Improve Engineering Learning Outcomes”, The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) (Emerging Concepts and Innovative Technologies subcommittee | 1), Orlando, FL, December, 2020. (under review)
  • Hulme, K.F., Estes, E., Schiferle, M., and Lim, R., (2019). “Game-based Learning to Enhance Post-secondary Engineering Training Effectiveness”, The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) (Training subcommittee | 1), Orlando, FL, December, 2019.
  • Hulme, K.F., Estes, A., Schmid, M., Torres, E., Hendrick, C., and Sivashangaran, S., (2018). “Game-based Proving-grounds Simulation to assess Driving & Learning Preferences”, The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) (Simulation subcommittee | 5), Orlando, FL, December, 2018.
  • Hulme, K.F., Kasprzak, E.M., and Morris, K.L., (2017). “Correlation of Game-based Experiential Education to Self-reported Driving and Learning Styles”, MODSIM World Conference, Virginia Beach, VA, April, 2017.Hulme, K.F., Fabiano, G., Rees, E., Hines, L., Gelberg, K., (2014). “Game-oriented Technology and Simulation to re-design driver training and education using Backward Design”, MODSIM World Conference, Hampton, VA, April, 2014.
  • Hulme, K.F., Duncan, I., Hatten, N., Beim, S., Norton, R., Bald, N., Duquesnay, J., and Brutus, M., (2013). “Towards Standardizing Simulators in Teen Driver Training – Lessons Learned”, The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) (Education subcommittee | 3), Orlando, FL, December, 2013.
  • Hulme, K.F. Duncan, I., Abraham, A., Deutsch, J., (2012). "Demonstration of the Potential for Simulators in Young Driver Training", The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) (Education subcommittee | 2), Orlando, FL, December, 2012.
  • Hulme, K.F., Lewis. K.E., Kasprzak, E.M., Russo, D.-M., Singla, P., and Fuglewicz, D.P., “Game-based Experiential Learning in Dynamics Education Using Motion Simulation.” The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) (Education subcommittee | 1), Orlando, FL, November, 2010.
  • Hulme, K., Kasprzak E., Singla, P., Moore-Russo, D., and Lewis, K., “Teaching Automobile, Flight, and System Dynamics Using Innovative Motion Simulation Experiments,” ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, AC 2010-1641. Louisville, KY, June, 2010.
  • Hulme, K., Kasprzak E., English, K., Moore-Russo, D., and Lewis, K., “Using Gaming and Motion Simulation to Enhance Vehicle Dynamics Education,” ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, AC 2009-2145. Austin, TX, June, 2009.
  • Hulme, K.F., and Lewis, K., “A Multi-participant Motion-based Simulation Framework for Transportation Planning, Safety, and Design.” National Workshop on High-Confidence Transportation Cyber-Physical Systems: Automotive, Aviation and Rail, Washington, DC, November, 2008.
  • English, K., Hulme, K., and Lewis, K. “Engaging High School Women in Engineering Design Using CyberInfrastructure.” ASME International Design Technical Conferences, Symposium on International Design and Education, New York City, New York, August, 2008, pp. 543-554.

Tutorials

  • Hulme, K.F, (2018). “Game-based Experiential Learning for Road Vehicle Dynamics Education”, Serious Play Conference, Jacobs School of Medicine, University at Buffalo / Buffalo-Niagara Medical Campus, Buffalo, NY, July, 2018.
  • Hulme, K.F., (2017). “M&S by Example: Understanding Modeling & Simulation Applications by Design”, The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC), Orlando, FL, December, 2017 (BEST TUTORIAL NOMINEE, 2017).
  • Hulme, K.F., (2016). “The Yin-Yang of M&S: An Overview of Modeling Methods for use in Simulation”, The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC), Orlando, FL, December, 2016, DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.35767.32166.
  • Hulme, K.F., (2015). “Simulator Fidelity in Training: Informed Decision-Making to Maximize Effectiveness”, The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC), Orlando, FL, December, 2015, DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.24862.13127.
  • Hulme, K.F., (2015). “Simulation at the University at Buffalo: Promoting Engagement and Measuring Outcomes”, 6th Annual New York State Driver Traffic Safety Education Association (NYSDTSEA) Conference, Verona, NY, March 7, 2015, DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.21506.68800.
  • Hulme, K.F., and Lewis, K.E. (2014). “Training Simulation Fidelity - Establishing Preferences, Priorities, and Optimizing Trade-offs”, The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC), Orlando, FL, December, 2014, DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.18151.24482.
  • Hulme, K.F., and Lewis, K.E., (2013). “A Matter of Fidelity – identifying the “sweet spot” for simulation” The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC), Orlando, FL, December, 2013, DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.34928.46082.