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Volume: 53 (1969)

Issue: 3. (March)

First Page: 728

Last Page: 729

Title: Practical Computer Usage for Subsurface Geologists: ABSTRACT

Author(s): James O. Lewis

Article Type: Meeting abstract

Abstract:

Techniques for proper utilization of the computer need to be developed by experienced subsurface geologists thoroughly familiar with the computer programs used in solving exploration problems. Output from the computer is not the end result, but is the beginning point for the exploration geologist. The "geology" of

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an area can be displayed in a form acceptable and familiar to the experienced geologist. The amount and quality of the displayed information will give the geologist more information, in an objective form, than has ever been available previously. This information, interpreted by the experienced geologist, will result in a higher quality of "decision making" than has been possible previously. Use of a computer will not enable the reduction of an exploration staff, but properly used, will increase the need for experienced geologists and increase the "success ratio."

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