The economic benefit of appropriate education in hydrography [electronic resource]
Language: English Publication details: Sydney FIG 2010Subject(s): Online resources: Summary: The collection, processing and analysis of hydrographic data are highly technical processes requiring specialized training and education. Competent hydrographers must be both well trained and well educated. Traditionally, training and education have been dealt with separately. Vendors of modern hydrographic instruments and software are in an excellent position to help combine the two. The concept of collaboration between hydrographic organization, hardware and software vendors, and academia can lead to the development of education/training modules that would benefit all in the industry.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Date due | Barcode | |
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| Book | Virtual Online | ONLINE PUBLICATION (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 160081-2001 |
The collection, processing and analysis of hydrographic data are highly technical processes requiring specialized training and education. Competent hydrographers must be both well trained and well educated. Traditionally, training and education have been dealt with separately. Vendors of modern hydrographic instruments and software are in an excellent position to help combine the two. The concept of collaboration between hydrographic organization, hardware and software vendors, and academia can lead to the development of education/training modules that would benefit all in the industry.