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Bureau of the Budget, Washington, DC. – 1971
The terms in this glossary come from the fields of electronics, communications, systems analysis, mathematics, and computer science. When two or more terms have the same meaning, the preferred term is noted. Relationships between terms are shown by descriptive cross-referencing expressions (i.e., similar to, contrasted with, related to, clarified…
Descriptors: Communications, Computer Science, Data Processing, Electromechanical Technology
Tennessee State Dept. of Education, Nashville. Div. of Vocational-Technical Education. – 1980
This data processing curriculum contains 23 units of instruction for an articulated program in the occupations of data processing. It consists of an introductory mini-series on data-processing concepts, as well as data entry operator, computer operator, programmer, and systems analyst units. Introductory materials include program goals and…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Computer Science, Curriculum Guides, Data Processing
Couger, J. Daniel, Ed. – Computing Newsletter, 1976
This bibliography lists computer-oriented books, primarily textbooks, according to the following subject areas: (1) introduction to electronic data processing; (2) computer programing and computer languages; (3) systems analysis; (4) systems design; (5) computer-based management information systems; (6) computer applications; (7) special subjects;…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Computers
Barnett, Arnold – 1971
At present most systems development is completely dominated by systems people. Such domination can lead to long delays in the development of systems, failures of many systems to ever become operational, costly redesigns for those that do, and a poor fit between systems and their users. Management and users, as well as systems programmers, need to…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Data Processing, Management Systems, Minicourses
Psychological Corp., New York, NY. – 1981
The Certificate in Data Processing (CDP) Examination conducted by the Institute for Certification of Computer Professionals (ICCP) is one of the qualifications for the CDP. The May 1981 administration tested 3,601 candidates at 149 international test sites. Half of the candidates were taking the examination for the first time and were taking all…
Descriptors: Administration, Certification, Computer Science, Data Processing
Naval Personnel Program Support Activity, Washington, DC. – 1970
The contents of this training manual are divided into eight chapters. Chapter 1 provides introductory information. Chapter 2 presents the principles of programming which includes the basic concepts necessary for preparing for a programming course. Systems analysis--fact finding and critical examination of the facts--and approaches to systems…
Descriptors: Administration, Data Processing, Documentation, Guides
Blair, John C., Jr. – Database, 1982
Outlines the important factors to be considered in selecting a database management system for use with a microcomputer and presents a series of guidelines for developing a database. General procedures, report generation, data manipulation, information storage, word processing, data entry, database indexes, and relational databases are among the…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Data Processing, Databases, Guidelines
National Bureau of Standards (DOC), Washington, DC. Inst. for Computer Sciences and Technology. – 1981
These guidelines for communicating effectively the details of computer model design and operation to persons with varying interests in a model recommend the development of four different types of manuals to meet the needs of managers, users, analysts and programmers. The guidelines for preparing a management summary manual suggest a broad spectrum…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Data Processing, Flow Charts, Guidelines
Hardwick, Arthur Lee – 1968
A study was conducted in Oklahoma on the problem of whether and to what extent it is feasible to establish a program to train computer programers and systems analysts using a time-sharing system and remote data communications transmission terminals. Specific training requirements were reviewed. A survey was made of potential employers of trainees…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Curriculum, Data Processing, Doctoral Dissertations
Drozda, W. – 1968
The objective of the study was to evaluate (1) the needs and resources available to local school districts in data processing; (2) the needs and resources available for regional data processing centers; and (3) the types of services, including programing packages, that would be offered by the regional data processing centers. The study analyzed…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Data Processing, Education Service Centers
Rudy, Harry L.; And Others – 1973
A project management procedure used in conjunction with the IBM Program Control System (PCS) is described. Information is given on how the combination is used by the Florida Department of Education to control the cost of data processing projects and to ensure their completion on schedule. The first section of the paper describes the project…
Descriptors: Administration, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Data Processing
Taylor, Gerry M., Ed. – 1974
A description of computer procedures applied to an emerging university's book purchasing program is presented. The analysis includes a description of the system applied, the software employed, the precataloging routines involved, and both a preliminary cost analysis and current costs. Internal flow charting is included for both the in-library…
Descriptors: Cataloging, College Libraries, Computer Programs, Computers
Penny, Judith H. – 1984
Designed to make computer users comfortable with both computers and user/reference manual instructions before they have hands-on training, this primer is an introduction to computer concepts, devices, and terms. Common questions related to learning about data processing are addressed, and the following topics are covered: captured data; reports;…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computers
Oettinger, Anthony G. – 1960
The compilation of a dictionary for automatic translation from Russian to English is described in detail. Emphasis is placed on: (1) morphological and functional classifications of Russian words, (2) dictionary compilation, (3) the structure of signs, (4) automatic information-processing machines, (5) from the automatic dictionary to the automatic…
Descriptors: Codification, Computational Linguistics, Computer Programs, Computer Science
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