About S6000T
Through a cooperation agreement between ASD and AIA, S6000T is a collaborative transatlantic specification developed by European and American industrial, aerospace, and defense manufacturers and their customers. The primary objective of S6000T is to establish a global standard for Training Analysis and Design, ensuring a uniform approach across different organizations.
S6000T is the latest specification in the S-Series, specifically focusing on the Instructional Systems Design (ISD) process. The ISD process is comprised of five interrelated phases, often referred to as the “ADDIE” model: Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement, and Evaluate. S6000T covers the first two phases—Analyze and Design—providing a standardized approach to developing training requirements and learning objectives.
The current version of S6000T is Issue 2.2, released in 2023.
Introduction to S6000T
S6000T defines the process for performing a Training Needs Analysis (TNA), which includes the definition of training requirements, the identification of learning objectives, and the development of a training curriculum. The specification also outlines the data model for information exchange with other S-Series specifications, ensuring interoperability across different systems.
By standardizing these processes, S6000T aims to provide a consistent framework that guides Instructional Systems Designers (ISDs) and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in determining training requirements, identifying data elements, and producing a comprehensive curriculum outline for any given product.
Purpose of S6000T
The S6000T process model is an international standard that provides guidance for the analysis and design phases of Instructional Systems Design. It is unique in its process-based architecture, which includes defined inputs, outputs, and processes. This approach is designed to ensure that training outcomes and requirements are clearly identified and systematically developed.
Key objectives of the S6000T specification include:
- Development of a training support plan: a comprehensive plan that outlines the support necessary to meet the training requirements.
- Creation of a curriculum outline: a structured outline of the curriculum for the product or system that needs to be trained.
- Establishment of a data model: a detailed data model corresponding to the units of functionality and elements within the system, designed to support and manage training requirements effectively.
S6000T incorporates well-known industry-standard learning models, taxonomies, and domains to provide guidance on contracting requirements, data elements, and curriculum outlines. The specific standards to be used are determined by organizational regulations, contractual obligations, and the results of the ISD analysis for the unique product training requirements.
S6000T specification development history
S6000T was first published as Version 1.0 in February 2020. This version laid the foundation for standardizing the training analysis and design process. Following further development and stakeholder feedback, Issue 2.0 was published in April 2021, reflecting updates and improvements to the specification. The latest release, Issue 2.2, was made available in 2023, incorporating the latest advancements in the field and ensuring alignment with other S-Series specifications.
S6000T interoperability with other S-Series IPS specifications
S6000T is designed to be fully interoperable with other S-Series specifications, enabling seamless integration within a broader framework of Integrated Product Support (IPS). The specification's data model is aligned with the common data model used across the S-Series, ensuring that training data can be effectively exchanged and utilized within different contexts.
This interoperability ensures that the S6000T specification can be used alongside other specifications such as S1000D for technical publications, S3000L for logistics support analysis, and S4000P, creating a cohesive and integrated support environment.