Evolution in Computer Programs Causes Evolution in Training Needs. The Hydrologic Engineering Center Experience.

Abstract

Since the Hydrologic Engineering Center (HEC) was established in 1964, it has provided training in hydrologic engineering for the Corps of Engineers. The Center has also been responsible for computerizing hydrologic methods and making those programs available to the Corps as well as the general public. These computerized procedures and the required information for project investigations have grown to the point that the program user requires an understanding of a multitude of technical fields. The development of comprehensive computer programs provides an opportunity to bring together previously fragmented technical studies into one integrated study. Several examples of the coordinated program packages and their impact on the evolving training program of the HEC are presented to illustrate the developing technology and its impact on the training and education needs of engineers in the Corps.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1984
Accession Number
ADA145601

Entities

People

  • V. R. Bonner

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Application Software
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Data Management
  • Data Storage Systems
  • Engineers
  • Environment
  • Flood Control
  • Floods
  • Flow
  • Groundwater
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Students
  • Training
  • Water Quality
  • Water Resources

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Computer Science.
  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
  • Military Leadership and Professional Education.