This report is the second part of the CoMET project report series on developing crossborder simulator training between partners in Finland and Estonia. The aim of the CoMET Project (Internationally Competitive Maritime Education for Modern Seagoing and High Quality Port Service, CB 714) is to connect maritime simulator centres across the Baltic Sea. Simulator connectivity enables students to train within same virtual learning environment.

This report is conducted within the Work Package T1 framework for the development of simulation methodology and pedagogy. The report aims to establish the pedagogical and methodological principles to be applied in the joint simulator exercises.

The first article of the report includes a comparative study of safety-critical industries,their use of simulation as an educational tool and the process of constructing competence. The second article describes the methods and practices of planning and executing simulation training, focusing on the previously established learning objectives. The third article explores the best practices and recommendations based on interviews. The fourth article summarizes the guidelines for joint simulator training based on the previous articles and the project partners’ expert workshop in simulation training.