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This materials guide on mathematics instruction for limited-English-speaking students, contains sample instructional materials for teaching mathematical concepts and word problems, and sample lesson guides for lesson development. The emphasis is on adaptation of existing commercial and teacher-developed materials for use with this population. An introductory section discusses the relationship between language and mathematical activities, particularly in the context of the two approaches outlined here: (1) concept formation and application; and (2) use of word problems. Linguistic and mathematical considerations and procedures viewed as important in materials adaptation are outlined. The bulk of the document is devoted to guides for development of mathematics lessons integrating mathematics content and related English-as-a-Second-Language instruction. Content of the lessons focuses on relatively simple arithmetic and mathematical procedures. (MSE)

In an effort to meet the challenges presented by the fiscal realities of today's defense budget, the Department of Defense (DoD) is seeking to exploit technology that promises to decrease operating costs, while improving operational readiness. Efforts which reduce repair costs, system down time, and the reliance upon outside technical representative are of particular interest. The development of the MK92 Maintenance Advisor Expert System (MK92 MAES) is one such effort. This paper describes the design and development of the MK92 MAES for the diagnosis and repair of the MK92 MOD 2 fire control system deployed on U.S. Navy guided missile frigates. System development is presented in terms of an expert system life cycle model which includes a thorough cost/benefit analysis, a novel approach for knowledge acquisition, an implementation strategy using a visual expert system development environment, and a phased deployment strategy. The system was developed by faculty and graduate students at the Naval Postgraduate School in cooperation with the Naval Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division.

The technology of thermal processing of low-grade fuel into gaseous fuel is an essential problem whose solution will create clean energy as an alternative to natural gas and coal gasification. It also can solve the problems of the ecological utilization of industrial and household waste as well as of obtaining cheap energy and improving industrial effects for the environment.The analysis of the theoretical provisions and experimental tests has proved the possibility of processing wood during its gasification in a gas generator with a continuous layer; it is processed into gaseous fuel with the lower calorific value being 1.5 times higher in comparison with the calorific value of the gaseous fuel that is produced by other known gas generators of this type.The experimental results have specified the regression dependence of heat that is produced by burning the synthesis gas during the gasification of low-grade fuel on the fractional composition of the fuel, the amount of air, and the fuel layer height. The resulting regression equations can be the basis for implementing the studied process and its rational management. The equations of the input factors’ dependence on the original setting make it possible to determine every possible parameter of assessing the process under study at any value of the factors between the upper and lower levels. The tests have revealed the rational values of the input parameters for operating a gas generator with a continuous layer at which the lower heating value of burning the syngas reaches its maximum., По результатам экспериментальных исследований получены регрессионные зависимости теплоты сгорания синтез-газа при газификации низкосортных топлив от фракционного состава топлива, количества воздуха, высоты слоя топлива. Найдены рациональные значения фракционного состава, количества воздуха, подаваемого в камеру газификации, высоты слоя топлива в камере газификации, при которых низшая теплота сгорания синтез-газа достигает максимума, За результатами експериментальних досліджень отримано регресійні залежності теплоти згорання синтез-газу під час газифікації низькосортних палив від фракційного складу палива, кількості повітря, висоти шару палива. Знайдено раціональні значення фракційного складу, кількості повітря, яке подається в камеру газифікації, висоти шару палива в камері газифікації, при яких нижча теплота згорання синтез-газу досягає максимуму

日本原子力研究開発機構では、原子力の総合的研究開発機関として原子力に係わるさまざまな分野の研究開発を行っており、これらの研究開発の多くにおいて計算科学技術が活用されている。計算科学技術活用の高まりは著しく、日本原子力研究開発機構における計算科学技術を活用した研究開発の成果は、全体の約2割を占めている。大型計算機システムはこの計算科学技術を支える重要なインフラとなっている。大型計算機システムは、優先課題として位置付けられた福島復興(環境の回復・原子炉施設の廃止措置)に向けた研究開発や、高速炉サイクル技術に関する研究開発、原子力の安全性向上のための研究、原子力基礎基盤研究等といった主要事業に利用された。本報告は、平成29年度における大型計算機システムを利用した研究開発の成果を中心に、それを支える利用支援、利用実績、システムの概要等をまとめたものである。, Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA) conducts research and development (R&D) in various fields related to nuclear power and utilizes computational science and technology in many activities. As shown in the fact that about 20 percent of papers published by JAEA are concerned with R&D using computational science, the supercomputer system of JAEA has become an important infrastructure to support computational science and technology. In FY2017, the system was used for R&D aiming to restore Fukushima (environmental recovery and nuclear installation decommissioning) as a priority issue, and for JAEA's major projects such as R&D of fast reactor cycle technology, research for safety improvement in the field of nuclear energy, and basic nuclear science and engineering research. This report presents a great number of R&D results accomplished by using the system in FY2017, as well as user support, operational records and overviews of the system, and so on., 著者所属: 日本原子力研究開発機構(JAEA), JAEA-Review 2018-018

日本原子力研究開発機構では、原子力の総合的研究開発機関として原子力に係わるさまざまな分野の研究開発を行っており、これらの研究開発の多くにおいて計算科学技術が活用されている。計算科学技術活用の高まりは著しく、日本原子力研究開発機構における計算科学技術を活用した研究開発の成果は、全体の約2割を占めている。大型計算機システムはこの計算科学技術を支える重要なインフラとなっている。大型計算機システムは、優先課題として位置付けられた福島復興(環境の回復・原子炉施設の廃止措置)に向けた研究開発や、高速炉サイクル技術に関する研究開発、原子力の安全性向上のための研究、原子力基礎基盤研究等といった主要事業に利用された。本報告は、平成28年度における大型計算機システムを利用した研究開発の成果を中心に、それを支える利用支援、利用実績、システムの概要等をまとめたものである。, Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA) conducts research and development (R&D) in various fields related to nuclear power as a comprehensive institution of nuclear energy R&Ds, and utilizes computational science and technology in many activities. As shown in the fact that about 20% of papers published by JAEA are concerned with R&D using computational science, the supercomputer system of JAEA has become an important infrastructure to support computational science and technology. In FY2016, the system was used for R&D aiming to restore Fukushima (environmental recovery and nuclear installation decommissioning) as a priority issue, as well as for JAEA's major projects such as research and development of fast reactor cycle technology, research for safety improvement in the field of nuclear energy, and basic nuclear science and engineering research. This report presents a great number of R&D results accomplished by using the system in FY2016, as well as user support, operational records and overviews of the system, and so on., 著者所属: 日本原子力研究開発機構(JAEA), JAEA-Review 2017-023

Volume II of a 3-volume report demonstrates the use of Design Determinants and Options (presented in Volume I) in the planning and design of small rural Alaskan secondary schools. Section I, a checklist for gathering site-specific information to be used as a data base for facility design, is organized in the same format as Volume I, which can be used as a reference. Section 2 demonstrates the 3-phase design process for a school in a fictitious Alaskan village: (1) Design Determinant Identification indicates the format and type of information required to program the facility; (2) Design Option Selection demonstrates the process of selecting and justifying various alternative systems (such as for the roof or foundation), using the checklist information gathered in phase 1 as a data base; and (3) Schematic Design includes a written description of design retionale as well as schematic drawings of the projected facility and site. The fictitious school used in the example has a construction budget of $1,250,000 and would serve 17 students with a staff of 1 1/2 teachers; the building would be used a great deal after school hours by the community, which is located in a transitional climatic zone and experiences yearly flooding. (SB)

This resource guide presents Design Determinants and Options to be used by designers, school district personnel, and State officials in the programing and design of small rural secondary schools in the Alaska bush. The vast and unconventional educational and space planning challenge is compounded by: the need to provide most or all of the utilities; inappropriate technology; difficult logistics for construction, maintenance, and operation; and a harsh natural environment. Three Design Determinants--major groups of critical factors that affect facility programing and design--are Building Program Determinants (facility use, for what purpose, by whom and how many, maintenance skills level, fire and life safety, etc.), Environmental Determinants (climate, geotechnical and hydrological factors, logistics), and Site Utilities Determinants (water, waste disposal, electricity). Design Options are systems, elements, and concepts selected by a designer and based on Design Determinant information gathered prior to programing. These options refer to building safety and health requirements; site utilities; siting of buildings; building envelope, structure, and utilities; and building programs for secondary schools, in which detailed options are given for facilities for 4 separate enrollment groups as defined by the Department of Education: 10 or fewer, 11 to 20, 21 to 32, and 33 to 46. (SB)

日本原子力研究開発機構では、原子力の総合的研究開発機関として原子力に係わるさまざまな分野の研究開発を行っている。これらの研究開発の多くにおいて計算科学技術が活用されている。計算科学技術活用の高まりは著しく、日本原子力研究開発機構における計算科学技術を活用した研究開発の成果は、全体の約2割を占めており、大型計算機システムはこの計算科学技術を支える重要なインフラとなっている。大型計算機システムは、優先課題として位置付けられた福島復興(発電所の廃止措置・環境修復)に向けた研究開発や、高速増殖炉サイクル研究開発、核融合研究開発及び量子ビーム応用研究開発等といった主要事業に利用された。本報告は、平成27年度における大型計算機システムを利用した研究開発の成果を中心に、それを支える利用支援、利用実績、システムの概要等をまとめたものである。, Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA) conducts research and development (R&D) in various fields related to nuclear power as a comprehensive institution of nuclear energy R&Ds, and utilizes computational science and technology in many activities. As shown in the fact that about 20% of papers published by JAEA are concerned with R&D using computational science, the supercomputer system of JAEA has become an important infrastructure to support computational science and technology. In FY2015, the system was used for R&D aiming to restore Fukushima (nuclear plant decommissioning and environmental restoration) as a priority issue, as well as for JAEA's major projects such as Fast Reactor Cycle System, Fusion R&D and Quantum Beam Science. This report presents a great number of R&D results accomplished by using the system in FY2015, as well as user support, operational records and overviews of the system, and so on., 著者所属: 日本原子力研究開発機構(JAEA), JAEA-Review 2016-024

日本原子力研究開発機構では、原子力の総合的研究開発機関として原子力に係わるさまざまな分野の研究開発を行っており、これらの研究開発の多くにおいて計算科学技術が活用されている。計算科学技術活用の高まりは著しく、日本原子力研究開発機構における計算科学技術を活用した研究開発の成果は、全体の約2割を占めており、大型計算機システムはこの計算科学技術を支える重要なインフラとなっている。大型計算機システムは、優先課題として位置付けられた福島復興(発電所の廃止措置・環境修復)に向けた研究開発や、高速増殖炉サイクル研究開発、核融合研究開発及び量子ビーム応用研究開発等といった主要事業に利用された。本報告は、平成26年度における大型計算機システムを利用した研究開発の成果を中心に、それを支える利用支援、利用実績、システムの概要等をまとめたものである。, Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA) conducts research and development (R&D) in various fields related to nuclear power as a comprehensive institution of nuclear energy R&Ds, and utilizes computational science and technology in many activities. As shown in the fact that about 20% of papers published by JAEA are concerned with R&D using computational science, the supercomputer system of JAEA has become an important infrastructure to support computational science and technology. In FY2014, the system was used. For R&D aiming to restore Fukushima (nuclear plant decommissioning and environmental restoration) as a priority issue, as well as for JAEA's major projects such as Fast Reactor Cycle System, Fusion R&D and Quantum Beam Science. This report presents a great amount of R&D results accomplished by using the system in FY2014, as well as user support, operational records and overviews of the system, and so on., 著者所属: 日本原子力研究開発機構(JAEA), JAEA-Review 2015-028

日本原子力研究開発機構では、原子力の総合的研究開発機関として原子力に係わるさまざまな分野の研究開発を行っており、これらの研究開発の多くにおいて計算科学技術が活用されている。計算科学技術活用の高まりは著しく、日本原子力研究開発機構における計算科学技術を活用した研究開発の成果は、全体の約2割を占めており、大型計算機システムはこの計算科学技術を支える重要なインフラとなっている。平成25年度は、優先課題として位置付けられた福島復興(発電所の廃止措置・環境修復)に向けた研究開発や、高速増殖炉サイクル研究開発、核融合研究開発及び量子ビーム応用研究開発等といった主要事業に大型計算機システムが利用された。本報告は、平成25年度における大型計算機システムを利用した研究開発の成果を中心に、それを支える利用支援、利用実績、システムの概要等をまとめたものである。, Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA) conducts research and development (R&D) in various fields related to nuclear power as a comprehensive institution of nuclear energy R&Ds, and utilizes computational science and technology in many activities. About 20% of papers published by JAEA are concerned with R&D using computational science, the supercomputer system of JAEA has become an important infrastructure to support computational science and technology utilization. In FY2013, the system was used not only for JAEA's major projects such as Fast Reactor Cycle System, Fusion R&D and Quantum Beam Science, but also for R&D aiming to restore Fukushima (nuclear plant decommissioning and environmental restoration) as apriority issue. This report presents a great amount of R&D results accomplished by using the system in FY2013, as well as user support, operational records and overviews of the system, and so on., 著者所属: 日本原子力研究開発機構(JAEA), JAEA-Review 2014-043

AFCEA 11th Annual Acquisition Research Symposium, 14-15 May 2014, Monterey, CA.

日本原子力研究開発機構では、原子力の総合的研究開発機関として原子力にかかわるさまざまな分野の研究開発を行っており、これらの研究開発の多くにおいて計算科学技術が活用されている。計算科学技術活用の高まりは著しく、日本原子力研究開発機構における計算科学技術を活用した研究開発の成果は、全体の2割以上を占めるほどに増大しており、大型計算機システムはこの計算科学技術を支える重要なインフラとなっている。平成24年度は、優先課題として位置付けられた福島復興(発電所の廃止措置・環境修復)に向けた研究開発や、高速増殖炉サイクル研究開発、核融合研究開発及び量子ビーム応用研究開発等といった主要事業に大型計算機システムが利用された。本報告は、平成24年度における大型計算機システムを利用した研究開発の成果を中心に、それを支える利用支援,利用実績,システムの概要等をまとめたものである。, Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA) conducts research and development (R&D) in various fields related to nuclear power as a comprehensive institution of nuclear energy R&Ds, and utilizes computational science and technology in many activities. As more than 20% of papers published by JAEA are concerned with R&D using computational science, the supercomputer system of JAEA has become an important infrastructure to support computational science and technology utilization. In FY2012, the system was used not only for JAEA's major projects such as Fast Reactor Cycle System, Fusion R&D and Quantum Beam Science, but also for R&D aiming to restore Fukushima (nuclear plant decommissioning and environmental restoration) as apriority issue. This report presents a great amount of R&D results accomplished by using the system in FY2012, as well as user support, operational records and overviews of the system, and so on., 著者所属: 日本原子力研究開発機構(JAEA), JAEA-Review 2013-036

日本原子力研究開発機構では、原子力の総合的研究開発機関として原子力にかかわるさまざまな分野の研究開発を行っており、これらの研究開発の多くにおいて計算科学技術が活用されている。計算科学技術活用の高まりは著しく、日本原子力研究開発機構における計算科学技術を活用した研究開発の成果は、全体の2割以上を占めるほどに増大しており、大型計算機システムはこの計算科学技術を支える重要なインフラとなっている。平成23年度は、高速増殖炉サイクル研究開発、核融合研究開発及び量子ビーム応用研究開発等の主要事業に加え、福島第一原子力発電所事故にかかわる解析や除染計画策定などにも大型計算機システムが利用された。本報告は、平成23年度における大型計算機システムを利用した研究開発の成果を中心に、それを支える利用支援体制,利用実績,システムの概要等をまとめたものである。, Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA) conducts research and development (R&D) in various fields related to nuclear power as a comprehensive institution of nuclear energy R&Ds, and utilizes computational science and technology in many activities. As more than 20% of papers published by JAEA are concerned with R&D using computational science, the supercomputer system of JAEA has become an important infrastructure to support computational science and technology utilization. In FY2011, the system was used for analyses of the accident at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station and establishment of radioactive decontamination plan, as well as the JAEA's major projects such as Fast Reactor Cycle System, Fusion R&D and Quantum Beam Science. This report presents a great amount of R&D results accomplished by using the system in FY2011, as well as user support structure, operational records and overviews of the system, and so on., 著者所属: 日本原子力研究開発機構(JAEA), JAEA-Review 2012-042

This Thesis reviews the increasing need for security in a personal computer (PC) environment and proposes a new approach for securing PC applications at the application layer. The Relay Race Approach extends two standard approaches : data encryption and password access control at the main program level, to the subprogram level by the use of a special parameter, the "Baton" . The applicability of this approach is demonstrated in an original Basic application and an existing Dbase IV application, representing both third generation language (3GL) and fourth generation language (4GL) environments. The Approach can add to overall network security in the PC LAN environment as well. The Approach is successful and proposed enhancements can strengthen the Approach., http://archive.org/details/securingapplicat00wrig, Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

This thesis examines validity issues associated with the use of data collection techniques in information systems research. It presents an analysis of 37 studies that purported to empirically assess the effectiveness of information systems . These studies were evaluated to determine the validity of measures of effectiveness of information systems. Each study was reviewed to identify (1) data collection techniques used, (2) purported measures of the techniques, (3) ways in which the techniques were administered, and (4) discussions of validity issues arising from the use of the techniques. Findings indicate that information systems researchers have adopted data collection techniques commonly used by social scientists; however, they largely ignore or are unaware of associated validity issues . Over three-quarter of the studies involved questionnaires and fewer than a quarter addressed validity issues. Consequently, the credibility of information systems research is vulnerable to challenge., http://archive.org/details/analysisofdatava00rege, Captain, United States Army, Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

The design and implementation of computer-based modeling systems and environments are gaining interest and importance in decision sciences and information systems. In spite of the increasing popularity of GUI-based operating systems, most of the algebraic modeling languages, today, are still file-oriented, text-based, and therefore require structured declarations and formal model definitions. The utilization of the standard graphical screen objects of a graphics-based operating system provides enhanced visualization of models and more cohesive human-computer interaction. The approach taken in this thesis is to explore the design and implementation of a graph-based modeling system focusing on computational dependencies between model components. Another important aspect of this research is the development of a user-friendly model formulation interface for algebraic modeling languages and systems; these facilitate the description and implementation of mathematical models by allowing the modeler to employ commonly known and powerful algebraic notation instead of language specific codes. The major conclusion of this thesis is that dependencies between variables are a foundation for building and using models and modeling languages. It also shows that this supports model documentation, validation, formulation, implementation, comprehension, maintenance and reuse. That is, it impacts nearly every step of the modeling life cycle, http://archive.org/details/modelmanagementv1094526086, Lieutenant Junior Grade, Turkish Navy, Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

This thesis examines the current state of the U.S. semiconductor industry in light of its alleged decline relative to foreign producers, specifically Japan, in the hope that an appropriate federal policy might be identified, based on current market conditions. Justification for federal intervention into private sector industry and the appropriate federal intervention methods are included, leading to a discussion of the national security benefits derived from a strong domestic semiconductor industry. Various micro federal government intervention methods are analyzed including a hands off policy, tariffs, anti-dumping measures, strategic stockpiling, DOD production, a Buy American policy, subsidized domestic production, and industry consortia. The goal is to determine how effective they will be in bolstering the U.S. semiconductor industry. However, the problems in the semiconductor industry are seen more as macro problems affecting the economy as a whole. Thus, the recommended intervention policies focus more on macro solutions including changes to the tax structure to encourage savings and discourage debt in order to reduce the cost of capital in the U.S. These solutions will tend to stimulate the economy as a whole, rather than stimulating the semiconductor industry by itself, http://archive.org/details/theusgovernments1094528631, NA, NA, U.S. Navy (U.S.N.) author.

This study evaluates an inexpensive personal computer access control system that relies on biometric keystroke typing dynamics technology, BioPassword Model 2100 (BioPassword). Enrollment time, verification time, false rejection error rate, false acceptance error rate, and user acceptance were evaluated for this system. The results show that BioPassword provides multilayer security through the inclusion of privilege control, audit functions, passwords, and verification of a personal behavioral characteristic, the rate and variation of typing a given password string. Enrollment and verification times were considered satisfactorily fast. Overall false rejection error rate was 22.5%, while false acceptance error rate was 3.4%. The false rejection error rate for acceptance as a function of trial number from one trial to five trials were 4. 4%, 1.4%, O.7%, O.4%, andO.3% respectively. These values were achieved under relatively uncontrolled conditions and should be improved on by using recommendations that are included. Users generally reported satisfaction with the system, which should be acceptable as part of an office automation system when used in conjunction with other standard security measures. BioPassword Model 21 00, Biometric technology, Keystroke Typing Dynamics, False Rejection Error Rate, False Acceptance Error Rate, Enrollment Time, Verification Time, http://archive.org/details/evaluationofbiom1094526530, Commander, Republic of China Navy, Lieutenant, United States Navy, Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

Information technology (IT) continues to rapidly change in an unpredictable manner. DoD's success in responding to its mission, given a sure reduction in resources, will be determined largely by how well it leverages information technologies. DoD IT professionals must provide guidance and leadership in the use of IT as a leveraging tool. DoD has not defined the roles for, or desired characteristics of, its IT professional or work force. Without these definitions, appropriate selections of people into IT positions will be even more difficult. Some HRO programs, initiated to deal with reductions of personnel, have biased the selection of federal government job candidates so that it is difficult to select the best suited, and sometimes even a qualified, candidate. This is particularly troublesome because of the breadth, speed and unpredictable nature of change within IT technologies. This thesis suggests methods for dealing with issues that improve the likelihood of selecting the best candidate for an IT position. It also describes desired characteristics of an IT professional that should be the focus of recruiting efforts and provides recommended interview questions and a skills checklist for use in the recruiting process. It identifies methods for improving recruitment results using today's rules and also suggests ways to change the existing system to get more consistent results when matching candidates with IT professional positions, http://archive.org/details/recruitmentstrat1094528496, NA, NA, Naval Postgraduate School author (civilian).

This thesis provides a summary of the military retirement system's history, structure, and purpose, demonstrating that its all-or-nothing structure is unfair to the majority of service members. It reviews the structure of Individual Retirement Accounts and the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, which governs private-sector retirement plans and their treatment by the Internal Revenue Code. It demonstrates that the inequity of the military retirement system is compounded by the fact that although the system does not comply with the minimum standards required of private-sector retirement plans, it is treated identically in determining whether the employee is eligible to deduct his IRA contributions from taxes. The thesis reviews the extensive economic literature on the IRAs' effectiveness in increasing private saving and concludes that IRAs do lead to additional saving. The thesis proposes allowing all service members to deduct their IRA contributions from taxes regardless of income, and estimates the effect of doing so on government debt and national savings. It concludes that the cost is so small - at most $30 million annually - that cost is no obstacle to the proposal, http://archive.org/details/mitigatinginequi1094526078, Captain, United States Marine Corps

During the past decade, a great debate has arisen over the course of drug policy in the United States and in Colombia. In both countries, there are many factors to be considered relating to the issue of drug abuse and narcotics trafficking. There is also a variety of opinion about what to do to solve the problem. This thesis examines the background and nature of cocaine-related activity in Colombia and the transport of cocaine to the US for consumption. Additionally, it inquires into the ongoing efforts of agencies of both countries to enforce an effective interdiction policy. Production, transport, and seizure issues and statistics are discussed, and there is an analysis of the interdiction effort in terms of cost effectiveness and supply and demand. This work concludes that there is a need for reexamination of the intent and execution of policy regarding drug trafficking, exhibited by the failure of current policies based upon statistical evidence. Additionally, there is a recommendation for more partnership between the governments and people of the US and Colombia in addressing the problem, http://archive.org/details/evaluatingwarond00pena, Colonel, Colombian Army, Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

This thesis contains an overview of the present status and possible future roles of fiber optics for shipboard applications. Subjects addressed include state-of-the-art materials and fibers, their optical and mechanical properties, environmental testing, design of fibers and cables and fiber systems. Specific shipboard applications of fiber optic systems are related to the Navy's Shipboard Data Multiplex System (SDMS) along with the advantages and payoffs expected with deployment. The fiber optics market is discussed including an economic analysis of fiber optic technology versus conventional coaxial cable. Present major advantages and problem areas confronting decision makers when considering fiber optic systems are outlined. Conclusions and recommendations suggest that the rate at which the evolution of fiber optic applications progresses is primarily a function of the aggressiveness at the system management level and the timely solution of technical deficiencies., http://archive.org/details/stateofartfibero1094528562, First Lieutenant, United States Marine Corps, Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

This study evaluates the primary program used by the Navy to introduce Supply Corps officers into the contract management field, the Navy Acquisition Contracting Officer (NACO) Intern Program. The NACO program was evaluated to determine how successful it has been in helping to preserve a cadre of competent military contracting managers. Surveys from 124 former and current interns, ten telephone interviews with current interns, and ten personal interviews with senior contracting managers provide the data for this evaluation. The results indicate that the NACO program is perceived to be effective in providing junior 1306 subspecialists with instruction and experience in contracting. The research concludes that force reduction and DAWIA requirements have not resulted in changes in the objectives of the NACO program, and identifies specialization as a key issue for the Navy in the future. Respondents and interviewees feel that promotion board discouragement of specialization makes it difficult for officers to become proficient in the contract management field. Further, the NACO program is found to be popular with current and former participants, though there seems to be consensus that more centralized and involved program management is necessary, http://archive.org/details/thenavyacquisiti1094528392, NA, NA, U.S. Navy (U.S.N.) author.

This thesis provides a Frequency Management Database Model ( FMDM) for the Republic of Korea Army (ROKA) Communication System. The FMDM uses a personal computer to increase the efficiency of the frequency management system at the regiment unit level in the Korean Army. A signal officer in the ROKA can use the FMDM for the allocation, planning, and distribution of radio frequencies, in order to achieve the optimum use of the frequency spectrum. A discussion of security has been included in this thesis so that both the hardware and software of the FMDM are protected. Keywords: Frequency management, Database model, Korean army communications, Communications traffic, http://archive.org/details/frequencymanagem1094525961, NA, Korean Army author.Korean Army author.

Meteor Burst Communications (MBC) is explored in relation to its usefulness to Marine Expeditionary Force Communications. A description of the physics and geometry of meteor trail propagation is presented. Communication techniques used to exploit the phenomenon are discussed. Current MBC circuits have operational ranges of 1200 miles without relay and maintain average data rates of 60 to 150 Bits per Second(BPS). MBC is primarily limited by the physics and geometry of the propagation medium and its usefulness is bounded by its slow data rate. Within these boundaries however, several significant use of MBC are identified. Keywords: Theses. (fr), http://archive.org/details/meteorburstcommu1094527131, Captain, United States Marine Corps, Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

A systematic approach to Local Area Network (LAN) administration was presented to help new Administrative Science Department LAN lab staff members conducted management tasks. A two dimensional matrix was developed using the four LAN functional modules and five management task groups. Detailed task procedures were then prepared using the rules developed for the functional modules. Local Area network, LAN, administration, LAN management, LAN administration. Theses, http://archive.org/details/asystematicpproa1094527303, NA, NA

Economic theories and concepts are used to discuss allocating scarce fiscal resources for acquiring UHF satellite communication ground terminals. This thesis provides and overview of current acquisition practices and suggests how applied economics can explicitly aid in better decision making. Keywords: Command control and communications, Telecommunications, Demand, Supply, Acquisitions, Demand management. (KR), http://archive.org/details/apreliminaryecon1094527220, NA, NA, U.S. Marine Corps (U.S.M.C.) author.

The Coast Guard has begun an initiative to deploy a nationwide Differential Global Positioning System (DGPS) to support Coast Guard missions and to enhance maritime safety in harbor navigation. DGPS service is expected to provide accuracy to within ten meters (95% of the time) to suitably equipped vessels. It would do this by broadcasting corrections to GPS navigation satellite signals, thereby improving accuracy by a factor of ten over standard GPS. The primary emphasis of this thesis is to show how decision making and planning for the DGPS project may be aided by comparing technological alternatives using Cost Effectiveness Analysis (CEA). This method is essentially a means of quantifying effectiveness per dollar of cost. The author consolidates the discussion of key issues within one document, identifies the technical decision criteria, estimates alternative system life-cycle costs, and makes a preliminary finding as to the merits of radiobeacon transmission over a dedicated satellite channel. In order to quantify effectiveness, many performance criteria are consolidated under five figures of merit : accuracy, availability, coverage, integrity, and adaptability. The inclusion of user equipment prices in life-cycle costs proves to be critical to the preliminary finding in favor of the radiobeacon-based alternative. This CEA model is especially suited to decision making in an environment of technological and policy change, since it can be easily refined and updated over the predicted four-year implementation period. (Author), http://archive.org/details/decisionmakinggu1094528091, Lieutenant, United States Coast Guard, Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

Electronic data interchange (EDI) is the intercompany, computer-to-computer exchange of business documents in standard formats. The direct benefits of EDI consist in cost savings, operational accuracy, and speedy processing of transactions. This thesis provides guidelines to develop an EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) system. It discusses the basic concepts, standards, data mappping, hardware and software requirements, and networking requirements. Also discussed are some auditing and security issues in implementing EDI., http://archive.org/details/electronicdatint1094528155, MAJOR, Korean Army, Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

This thesis discusses communication systems currently in use by the Republic of China (R.O.C.) Armed Forces and explores ways that the R.O.C. may increase the capability of its national defense by improving current communication networks. Modern network communication and components techniques such as digital data transmission, network protocols, network topologies, switching technologies, and transmission media are discussed. The U.S. Defense Data Network (DDN) is used as a model for a successful military network. The DDN technology and Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) standards are combined with concepts from modern communication technologies to develop the conceptual framework for a proposed Integrated Defense Communication Network (IDCN) for the R.O.C. Armed Forces. This framework is intended for use by the R.O.C. Department of Defense in establishing a nation-wide communication system that will improve its administration management, logistic supply, intelligence collection, and auxiliary tactical communication capabilities., http://archive.org/details/theframeworkforn1094525960, Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited., Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

This thesis examines congressional oversight of strategic sealift programs. The historical background and elements of strategic sealift are explained. The composition and size of the strategic sealift budget is examined, as are the structure and tools of congressional oversight. The budget for strategic sealift is examined from presidential request through final appropriations over the 14 year period between 1980 and 1993. Changes made during the authorization and appropriations sequences are explained, and differences between the House and Senate support are identified. Congress and the executive branch did not agree on the priority to be given to strategic sealift programs, with Congress approving significantly larger budgets for this program than DoD requested. The Senate was slightly more supportive of sealift programs than was the House. In keeping with their customary roles within the budget process, the authorization committees provided the majority of policy guidance using study requirements and report language. The appropriations committees deviated from their traditional roles by providing constant and substantial budget increases above the levels set by the authorization committees, http://archive.org/details/fiscaloversighto1094528220, Lieutenant, Supply Corps, United States Navy, Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

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The Marine Corps accesses approximately 29,000 to 36,000 new recruits annually. Determining how to classify these new enlistees into more than 200 Military Occupational Specialties is a critical task. These classification estimates must be precise, so the units within the Fleet Marine Force will have the necessary personnel to accomplish their mission. At the same time, these manpower planners must also balance the force structure to minimize personnel overages which could lead to excessive labor and training costs as well as promotion delays. The purpose of this research is to validate and, if necessary, improve the steady state Markov model currently being utilized by the manpower planners at Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps (Code MPP-23) to forecast the annual personnel classification requirements of new recruits. From a mathematical perspective, all the essential elements of their model were present; however, some of the components like the year 1 continuation rate were not computed according to standard practice, and their estimates of the classification stocks are imprecise due to rounding errors inherent in their forecasting procedure. As a result, a revised model was developed to improve the accuracy and timeliness of the personnel classification forecasts. The recommendations were to implement the revised model and to review the computation of the continuation rates, http://archive.org/details/analysisofusmari1094525685, Captain, United States Marine Corps, Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

The demand for allocations and assignments in the radio frequency spectrum continues to grow in the United States and internationally. The unique properties of the spectrum combined with this growing demand have created a significant managment challenge for the Federal Goverment. As a principal user of the spectrum, the military services are especially dependent upon the national spectrum management processes. Effective command and control of forces and optimum use of electronic sensory, navigation, and weapons systems are all contingent upon the ability to utilize the radio frequency spectrum. It is the responsibility of the national spectrum management process to encourage maximum utilization of the spectrum while maintaining electromagnetic compatibility. The importance of the spectrum to the military makes it imperative that the services develop a comprehensive strategy to protect the resources they currently have and help them to compete successfully for future requirements. This strategy must involve the development of clear national policy objectives relating to the spectrum, must contain guidance for improving the utilization of existing assignments, and must provide direction to new technologies., http://archive.org/details/strategicissuesi1094527286, Lieutenant, United States Coast Guard, Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.