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Mullen, Cecilia P., Comp. – 1987
This guide has been prepared for use by the undergraduate or graduate student in engineering geology. Because of the broad scope of the field, the major disciplines of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and foundations are primarily emphasized. This document is a survey of information sources in engineering geology and is intended to identify those…
Descriptors: College Science, Educational Technology, Engineering, Engineering Education
Franklin, Hugh Lockwood, Comp. – 1985
Mechanical engineering has become highly interdisciplinary. It would not be possible to single out particular reference sources that are uniquely applicable to mechanical engineering. For the purpose of this guide, mechanical engineering deals with the generation, transmission and utilization of heat and mechanical power and with the production of…
Descriptors: College Science, Educational Technology, Engineering, Engineering Education
Erdmann, Charlotte A., Comp. – 1985
The multidisciplinary field of mining engineering offers many challenges. Often, many sources must be used to solve a problem. This document is a survey of information sources in mining engineering and is intended to identify those core resources which can help engineers and librarians to find information about the discipline. Sections include:…
Descriptors: College Science, Educational Technology, Engineering, Engineering Education
Cloud, Gayla Staples, Comp. – 1985
Agricultural engineering overlaps many other disciplines. This document is a survey of information sources in agricultural engineering and is intended to identify those core resources which can help engineers and librarians to find information about the discipline. Sections include: (1) "Guides to the Literature"; (2) "Bibliographies"; (3)…
Descriptors: Agricultural Engineering, College Science, Databases, Educational Technology
Rousseau, Rosemary, Comp. – 1986
The material in this guide covers areas important to the chemical industries. Topics such as heat and mass transfer, plastics, polymers, fluid flow, and process engineering are included. This document is a survey of information sources in chemical engineering and is intended to identify those core resources which can help engineers and librarians…
Descriptors: Chemical Engineering, College Science, Databases, Educational Technology

Walsh, John – Science, 1988
Discusses the addition of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration database to the National Science Foundation's NSFnet data communication network. Outlines the history of databases in the United States and enumerates proposed upgrades from a new Office of Science and Technology policy report. (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computers, Databases, Government Role
Bean, Margaret H., Ed. – 1985
This bibliography covers computer engineering and computer architecture for all sizes of computers. Not covered are areas of mathematical computer science or publications dealing specifically with microcomputers. This document is a survey of information sources in computer engineering and is intended to identify those core resources which can help…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Educational Technology
Rousseau, Rosemary, Comp. – 1985
With new developments constantly occurring in computer science, it is difficult for anyone to keep up with the changes and the material being published in the field. This document is a survey of information sources in computer science and is intended to identify those core resources which can help engineers and librarians to find information about…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Educational Technology

Fournier, Martin – Information Services and Use, 1987
Describes predicted trends in telecommunications, including integrated service digital networks and fast packet switching networks. The possible effects on the worldwide exchange of scientific information, the need for international standards, and preliminary planning activities are discussed. (CLB)
Descriptors: Futures (of Society), Information Networks, Information Technology, Information Transfer
Bertot, John Carlo; McClure, Charles R.; Ryan, Joe – 2000
This report summarizes the findings, issues, and lessons learned from the Developing National Public Library and Statewide Network Statistics and Performance Measures study conducted between January 1999 and August 2000. The overall goal of the study was to develop a core set of national statistics and performance measures that librarians,…
Descriptors: Evaluation Methods, Information Networks, Information Services, Information Technology
Newby, Gregory B. – 1992
Information technologies such as computer mediated communication (CMC), virtual reality, and telepresence can provide the communication flow required by high-speed management techniques that high-technology industries have adopted in response to changes in the climate of competition. Intra-corporate CMC might be used for a variety of purposes…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Networks, Electronic Mail, Futures (of Society)
Bean, Margaret H., Ed. – 1986
This selective literature guide serves as a directory to software evaluation sources for all sizes of microcomputers. Information is provided on review sources and guides which deal with a variety of applications such as library, engineering, school, and business as well as a variety of systems, including DOS and CP/M. This document is intended to…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Veccia, Susan; And Others – 1993
This report summarizes the American Memory User Evaluation conducted during 1991-1993 in over 40 locations around the United States. The findings are based on 1800 user questionnaires, 120 user interviews, and more than 40 site visits by Library staff. American Memory describes the concept of providing electronic versions of selected Library of…
Descriptors: Information Dissemination, Information Networks, Information Services, Information Systems
Schiefelbein, Ernesto – Prospects, 1990
Analyzes Latin American educational research phases--the artisan and industrial. During the artisan phase (1950s-early 1970s), university scholars conducted isolated projects with limited access to information. Research centers, government supports, and information networks characterize the industrial period (post-mid 1970s). Argues information…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Databases, Diffusion (Communication), Educational History