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WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 3, 2012-- American Science and Engineering, Inc. ("AS&E") (NASDAQ: ASEI), a leading worldwide supplier of innovative X-ray detection solutions, introduces today ASE LearnTM, a web-based training tool that enhances AS&E's training programs to create a comprehensive, cost-effective, and flexible training solution for cargo, parcel, and vehicle inspection systems. ASE Learn is available for demonstration at AS&E's GovSec Expo booth #2709.
"We are committed to supporting our customers with convenient and comprehensive training technologies to complement the ease-of-use of our X-ray inspection systems," said Anthony Fabiano, AS&E's President and CEO. "Our new web-based training tool, ASE Learn, goes beyond the basics by providing system operators with educational resources that are accessible anytime and anywhere. ASE Learn is an essential tool that enhances an operator's performance in their critical missions to protect ports, borders, checkpoints, critical infrastructure, and high threat facilities."
ASE Learn provides customers with:
Web-based Training: Virtual instructor-led training and simulation modules delivered through a learning management system. All training modules are accessible anywhere and anytime via the internet in a Web-Based Training (WBT) platform which is both modular and self-paced.
Pre-Evaluation: ASE Learn creates a customized learning plan based on prerequisite modules which minimizes unnecessary time spent on evaluation of trainee skills.
Centralized, Automated Administration: Automatic record maintenance and scheduling, with calendars, catalogs, email notifications, preconfigured and customizable progress reports, and access to online exams and certification.
Customization: Ability to include customer's training materials and to customize the online platform.
Reference Library: Library of modules available at all times for reference or refresher training, to increase retention of training materials.
More information about ASE Learn can be found at www.as-e.com/aselearn.
About AS&E
American Science and Engineering, Inc. (AS&E) is a leading worldwide supplier of innovative X-ray inspection systems. With over 50 years of experience in developing advanced X-ray security systems, the Company's product line utilizes a combination of technologies, including Z Backscatter™ technology, Radioactive Threat Detection (RTD), high energy transmission and dual energy transmission X-ray. These technologies offer superior X-ray threat detection for plastic explosives, plastic weapons, liquid explosives, dirty bombs and nuclear devices. AS&E's complete range of products include cargo inspection systems for port and border security, baggage screening systems for facility and aviation security, and personnel and passenger screening systems. AS&E® systems protect high-threat facilities and help combat terrorism, trade fraud, drug smuggling, weapon smuggling, illegal immigration, and people smuggling. AS&E customers include leading government agencies, border authorities, military bases, airports and corporations worldwide, including the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), UK Border Agency (UKBA), Hong Kong Customs, and Abu Dhabi Customs. For more information on AS&E products and technologies, please visit www.as-e.com.
