The original co-founders of Air Academy Associates, Dr. Mark Kiemele and Dr. Steve Schmidt, were professors in the math and computer science departments at the U.S. Air Force Academy. When they formed a consulting and publishing firm (after having consulting and training experience with defense contractors while on active duty), they chose Air Academy Press [...]
Air Academy Associates and Digital Computations (www.sigmazone.com) are co-developers and co-copyright holders on multiple software packages used in our training services and available for sale to the general public through our Customer Service function. The two companies have worked together since 1992.
Our pioneering "Keep It Simple Statistically" (KISS) approach makes the material very easy to understand, and the training valuable but enjoyable. This strategy is world-renowned for minimizing statistical complexity to obtain the maximum amount of knowledge and ROI. Our simple yet effective "Rules of Thumb" make it easy to think statistically, while our knowledge-based pull [...]
At the conclusion of each training session, class participants complete an evaluation form which rates us on a scale of 1 to 5 in a number of areas, including Course Objectives, Instructor Delivery, Covered Topics, Training Manuals, Group Exercises and Overall Class Value. We review the evaluations from each session and input the responses into [...]
Our experience tells us that the best way to move an organization forward is through simple, easy-to-use software that the students are already familiar with. We also believe that if special training is required to use a software package, then that software is too complicated. Since most everyone is already familiar with Microsoft® Excel, [...]
Only individuals who have successfully satisfied our "Train the Trainer" requirements are eligible to teach from our guides inside their employer company. Customers who have licensed our materials for unlimited use inside their organization are also restricted to utilizing trainers who have met our "Train the Trainer" requirements. The specific requirements are a function of [...]
In addition to meeting the requirements outlined in the prior question, Air Academy consultants must have a minimum of five years of successful teaching and consulting experience, preferably from within an organization committed to continuous process improvement, and a demonstrated commitment to our KISS philosophy, software, and materials. For those interested in purchasing and utilizing [...]
