4. Information on field data collection technology and methods will 

 include a review of the types and capabilities of equipment available for spe- 

 cific data collection tasks. Information on the planning and techniques of 

 field investigations is contained in many textbooks, in the scientific and 

 technical literature, and in Corps Manuals and Regulations. In addition, the 

 experience gained by Corps personnel in past coastal projects is a valuable 

 source of information. These diverse sources will be used to summarize proce- 

 dures and guidelines pertinent to the subject of the report. 



5. Project planning and design require the use of information from many 

 diverse sources. Geological information is sparse for many coastal regions, 

 especially for offshore areas where field data collection efforts are usually 

 required to obtain adequate information. Planned reports will contain details 

 on interpretation of field data and the application of results, along with 

 information from other sources, to specific elements of the planning and 

 design functions of coastal projects. 



6. The reports will contain suggestions for further research efforts 

 desirable to improve existing equipment and techniques for field data collec- 

 tion and to improve knowledge of geological processes and principles that can 

 be applied to interpretation of field data. 



