Released on: May 23, 2008, 9:51 am

Press Release Author: Skills2Learn

Industry: Software

Press Release Summary: A new set of six e-learning modules to train gas engineers in
Fault Finding, Central heating System Controls, Combination Boiler Guide, Part L,
Ventilation Requirements and Flueing Requirements has been developed by `serious
games technology' experts, Skills2Learn, allowing trainees to learn skills through a
blend of computer based tuition, practicing what they've learnt in a PC based
virtual reality environment.

Press Release Body: British Gas are sharing their technical know-how with colleges,
gas engineers, individuals and companies, through a series of computer based
training programmes which use `computer games technology' to demonstrate practical
skills. The latest `serious games application', is being used to allow trainee
engineers to learn skills through a blend of computer based tuition and the
opportunity to practice what they've learnt in a PC based virtual reality
environment.

Currently there are six e-learning modules that British Gas Training Academy have
developed in close association with Milton Keynes based Skills2Learn, who are also
the sole distributors for the programmes.

Skills are demonstrated by imaginative use of graphics, video, 2D and 3D animation,
while a voice-over describes the process being taught. This allows the trainee to
view the scenario as many times as necessary and students can then practice their
skills through a series of interactive exercises, undertaken in the safe setting of
the virtual reality house.

All six programmes are available for purchase these are: Fault Finding, Central
heating System Controls, Combination Boiler Guide, Part L, Ventilation Requirements
and Flueing Requirements and can be used by individuals, colleges, large or small
businesses to revise and practice skills, or for the more experienced engineers to
update knowledge, following revised legislation.

Dr. Majid Al-Kader, Managing Director of Skills2Learn, who specialise in creating
e-learning training programmes often incorporating virtual reality environments,
said: "The e-learning technology used in the British Gas Training Academy is
designed to maximize students' recall. The familiar graphical style training is very
engaging and the student can repeat the skill he's learnt in a safe environment
where students can neither harm themselves nor damage customers' premises. This
technology lends itself perfectly to demonstrating practical skills".

Skills2Learn also claim that the new e-learning process saves organizations
significant sums in wasted materials.

Dr. Majid Al-Kader continued: The programme suite makes training for Gas Engineers
not only comprehensive and safe but also engaging, interactive as well as immersive
with the use of Virtual Reality serious game technology. The e-learning range
produces outstanding results for gas engineers and brings a respected comment of
credibility form Further Education Colleges, and Training Centre Managers who
embrace this exciting learning medium.

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For information about the British Gas Academy training programmes, please visit:
www.britishgas-training.co.uk

To order, please contact Barry Maurer at Skills2Learn on 0845 0509510 alternatively
email sales@skills2Learn.com

For more information about Skills2Learn, please visit: www.skills2learn.com

Web Site: http://www.skills2learn.com

Contact Details: Barry Maurer, 0845 0509510, sales@skills2Learn.com,
www.skills2learn.com