Abstract :
PICA 87 is devoted to all aspects of Computing and Com?? puter applications to the Electric Power Industry. Its purpose is to bnrtg together utilities, universities, manufacturare, consultant??, and managers in a forum where information ort the tatest developments in the area can be exchanged through format paper presentations, exhibits, tutorials, and panel discussions. Some areas to be emphasized for the PICA 87 are Analytical and Computational Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Data Bases, Energy Management Systems, Power Plants, Power Systems Under Stress and Simulation Languages.