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Nilson, Jeff – Classroom Computer News, 1983
This second of two parts (part one presented in the November-December issue) continues a discussion of a BASIC program on computer arrays. Individual lines for organizing and retrieving data from the computer's memory are discussed. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Data Analysis, Data Processing
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Heise, David R.; Simmons, Roberta G. – Science, 1985
Discusses several ways in which computers are being used in sociology and how they continue to change this discipline. Areas considered include data collection, data analysis, simulations of social processes based on mathematical models, and problem areas (including standardization concerns, training, and the financing of computing facilities).…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Computer Simulation, Data Analysis
Staples, Betsy – Creative Computing, 1983
Herbert Simon (Nobel prize-winning economist/professor) expresses his views on human and artificial intelligence, problem solving, inventing concepts, and the future. Includes comments on expert systems, state of the art in artificial intelligence, robotics, and "Bacon," a computer program that finds scientific laws hidden in raw data.…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Computer Science
Francis, J. Bruce – New Directions for Institutional Advancement, 1979
The survey holds an increasingly important place in institutional advancement. As college and university decision makers turn more and more to their constituencies for support and assistance, a competent information-gathering and processing network becomes crucial. Heuristic v algorithmic designs, Attitude Information System, and the microcomputer…
Descriptors: Computer Science, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Processing
Milwaukee Area Technical Coll., WI. – 1988
This report and research analysis relate to the Milwaukee Area Technical College Research Project, a study undertaken to determine a curriculum to meet the information processing/management training needs of individuals entering or continuing careers in the information marketing and business data processing occupational clusters. The report of…
Descriptors: Business Education, Community Colleges, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education