Description:
- Object ID: ALSA 2008.14.07
- Made by: Computer Design Corporation of Los Angeles
- Model: 324 Scientist
- Serial Number: 5312849
- Date Made: Late 1960s and 1970s.
- Approximate size: 23 cm length, 14 cm width, 7 cm thick
- Accessories: Charger pack and adapter with cables, three instruction books, all in a grey plastic carrying case.
- Condition: Good
Commentary:
The Model 324 Scientist includes basic programming capabilities with two independent 80-step programs. The programs are entered from the keyboard, with no provision for review or editing. If a mistake is made, the process must be repeated from the beginning. The programs are stored in RAM and disappear when the machine is switched off.
Computer Design Corporation (Compucorp)) manufactored this computer model, but it was rebranded and marketed under the Monroe name.The three included instruction bookets are: How to use the Compucorp Micro Scientist Model 320/322; How to use the Monroe 324 Micro Scientist Series: and How to use the Compucorp Micro Scientist Series 320.
While this computer was small and light enough to carry to the field it was too large to be carried in ones pocket.
This computer was used by Brown, Okamura & Associates Ltd., a Lethbridge, Alberta survey firm.
Source of Object: Donated by Dave Williams, ALS, Brown, Okamura & Associates Ltd.
Notes: The Society has only one Monroe 324 in their collection.
References: Visit the article Finally, Computers could be taken to the Field for additional information. Another source is http://calcmuseum.classiccmp.org/compucorp_portable.htm.
Description by: Entered by Ed Titanich, October 1, 2024. Gordon Olsson November 15, 2025.