The major objective of this program is to prepare a technically qualified data processing technician who can assist a systems analyst in designing a logical systems approach to solve data handling problems, develop detailed data processing procedures, wire control panels or write programs, document these procedures in a professional manner,…

It is necessary to have a relevant secondary school data processing curriculum as the first step toward career preparation in data processing. The curriculum should be patterned on local business needs. (JOW)

Rather than suggest specific course outlines, this report provides guidance for continued development of computer curricula, discusses established principles, and helps to revise current programs. Junior colleges should offer specialized programs for students planning to work as professional data processors. They should also provide computer…

VOCATIONAL CURRICULUMS ARE SUGGESTED FOR EIGHT ELECTRONIC BUSINESS DATA PROCESSING OCCUPATIONS AS A GUIDE TO TRAINING UNEMPLOYED AND UNDEREMPLOYED PERSONS. THE COURSE OUTLINES AND OTHER MATERIAL WERE PREPARED BY STAFF MEMBERS OF THE INFORMATION AND TRAINING SERVICES DIVISION OF MCGRAW-HILL, INC. CONSULTANTS INCLUDED DATA PROCESSING TRAINING…

A DATA PROCESSING TRAINING PROGRAM IN WASHINGTON HAD 10 DATA PROCESSING CENTERS IN OPERATION AND EIGHT MORE IN VARIOUS STAGES OF PLANNING IN 1963. THESE CENTERS WERE FULL-TIME DAY PREPARATORY 2-YEAR POST-HIGH SCHOOL TECHNICIAN TRAINING PROGRAMS, OPERATED AND ADMINISTERED BY THE LOCAL BOARDS OF EDUCATION. EACH SCHOOL HAD A COMPLETE DATA PROCESSING…

A study, presented to the National Computer Conference, examined the existing methods of training highly competent and knowledgeable computer programers, analysts, and data processors. Four main sources of instruction were identified: (1) private electronic data processing (EDP) schools, (2) colleges, (3) manufacturers' schools, and (4) inhouse…

A conference held in Washington, D.C. in May 1967, had as its objective the determination of recommendations for the establishment of an effective and efficient Automatic Data Processing (ADP) training program utilizing new instructional methodologies for computer systems analysts and managers in the federal government. The 45 participants,…

This report presents the results of a study conducted by the Educational Priorities Panel (EPP) to determine what educational and support services New York City vocational education students receive, and to examine the characteristics of vocational education programs in city high schools. The two fields chosen for in-depth examination were data…

This first of two parts presents learning activities for four occupational clusters of a ninth-grade cluster program. It contains theory and hands-on activities that explore the occupational requirements and working environment of these areas to help students make intelligent decisions of possible career choices based on levels of interest and…