Date of Award

12-1992

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine if the computer orientation courses provided Air Force information managers are properly focused. This study found that the courses have made the desired impact and, with minor exceptions, information managers perceive then-selves to be more knowledgeable after the training. From the results of the survey it is apparent that information managers are more knowledgeable of computers than they were in a study completed in 1988. The officers who attended training after the course was modified to include computer orientation were much more satisfied with their training than previous graduates. They indicated a need for even more training on specific packages and applications. One recommendation from this study is to include a self-paced computer aided instruction block m computers in place of the lock-step training currently provided. This training will be flexible enough to allow those managers with advanced skills to move at their own pace and use the course as a refresher. Another recommendation was to provide training on more of the specific word processing and database packages and demonstrate methods of communication between packages. Also, more examples of computer power should be addressed in the schools.

AFIT Designator

AFIT-GIR-LSC-92D-1

DTIC Accession Number

ADA258138

Comments

Presented to the Faculty of the School of Logistics and Acquisitions Management of the Air Force Institute of Technology

The authors' Vita pages are omitted.

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