The training video explains the functions of the medical chief’s station on the ship Columbia. It covers how the medical officer can deploy teams to respond to emergencies, specifying the number of doctors and nurses needed for situations like fires or injured crew members. The video also emphasizes the importance of the messaging system for communication between the medical officer and teams in the field or sick bay. Finally, it demonstrates the parts control screen, which allows the officer to send medical supplies, such as kits or sanitation items, to different locations on the ship. Overall, the video highlights coordination, communication, and resource management in shipboard medical operations.
The video explains the step-by-step process for powering up the Columbia simulator before a mission. It covers turning on all required computers in the control room, including flight director, second chair, video, sound, and camera systems. The presenter then demonstrates how to power up bridge computers, TVs, lights, and special equipment like rope lights and the smoke machine. The process also includes launching the ship’s software, verifying systems such as tacticals and microphones, and ensuring all stations are clean, organized, and ready for the crew. Once everything is running and the bridge is set, the ship is ready for the mission to begin.
The video explains the full shutdown and cleanup procedure for the Columbia after a mission. It walks through resetting and powering down all station computers, including tactical, security, and sound systems, as well as turning off speakers, smoke machines, and related equipment. The presenter then details how to tidy the control room and bridge by organizing chairs, uniforms, props, and clearing trash. Additional steps include shutting off the engineering panel and ensuring everything is neat and ready for the next crew. Finally, after all cleanup is complete, the lights are turned off to finish the process.