The NASA Glenn Research Center Acoustical Testing Laboratory is pleased to announce the release of a free PC software application that was developed for instructional use in audiology and hearing conservation learning environments. MACSUG (Microprocessor Audiometer Computer Simulator User Gizmo) is a graphical audiometer interface that allows the user to simulate and display the process of manual audiometry. A computer using MACSUG software may be used to demonstrate basic manual audiometry techniques to large groups in a classroom setting using a computer projector system. MACSUG may also be used to teach principles of audiogram review using a real-time display of calculated metrics such as shifts and Standard Threshold Shift (STS). A computer with MACSUG may be used for individual or small-group practice or homework or as a desktop counseling tool in a clinic environment.
MACSUG is produced and distributed by the NASA Glenn Research Center Acoustical Testing Laboratory in collaboration with the NASA Johnson Space Center Audiology and Hearing Conservation Clinic.
You may download MACSUG after completing a registration form at www.grc.nasa.gov/WWW/AcousticalTest/MACSUG.html
We'd especially appreciate your feedback on MACSUG. Don't miss our "Try MACSUG on your coffee break, and we'll send you a mug" offer (for instructors in CAOHC-approved OHC courses and university audiology courses in the United States) when you visit the Acoustical Testing Laboratory website to download your copy of MACSUG!
I invite you to browse the ATL website and explore our other hearing conservation training resources for OHC and employee training. I'd appreciate your feedback on our existing products and your suggestions for additional training tools.
Sincerely,
Beth Cooper
Manager, Acoustical Testing Laboratory
NASA Glenn Research Center
The NASA Glenn Research Center Acoustical Testing Laboratory Announces the Release of MACSUG
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