Website/Software Focus: HAZMAT Hotzone

From the website- Hazmat: Hotzone is an instructor-based simulation that uses video game technology to train first responders about how to respond to hazardous materials emergencies.

It's networked, multiplayer simulation which is customized by the instructor to ensure the simulation is relevant to the audience and has differing challenge levels (Based on location of scenario, chemicals involved, etc)

One student assumes the role of OIC and the others become the team members and communicate via radio and using their PC terminal, complete the scenario.

Check out their website at http://www.etc.cmu.edu/projects/hazmat/index.php

Assistance has also come from- http://www.simopsstudios.com/index.html

The software is due for release in 2007.