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Mandell, Alan; Lucking, Robert – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Investigates using the microcomputer to develop a sentence parser to simulate intelligent conversation used in artificial intelligence applications. Compares the ability of LOGO and BASIC for this use. Lists and critiques several LOGO and BASIC parser programs. (MVL)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Cognitive Processes, College Science, Computer Uses in Education
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Breneman, G. L.; Parker, O. J. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1987
Discusses the possibility of having chemistry students do their own computer programing that could then be used to solve problems in general chemistry. Describes such an effort at Eastern Washington University. Provides examples of some of the student programs and printouts. (TW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education
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Mandell, Alan; Lucking, Robert – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Discusses programs to provide a knowledge base and use the knowledge in a mode of artificial intelligence. Indicates that two methods of database storage are possible and opts to use a method using many data files while using a small RAM capacity. Lists several programs. (MVL)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Psychology, College Science
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Donato, Henry, Jr.; And Others – Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Describes two computer programs used to aid in data analysis: (1) Develops a method for the propagation of error involving the direct calculation of the error in the dependent variable using a spreadsheet; (2) Examines a simple numerical method for solving complex equilibria. Lists a FORTRAN 77 program. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemical Equilibrium, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Software
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Mandell, Alan; Lucking, Robert – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Compares BASIC and LOGO systems in developing artificial intelligence systems. Provides listings of programs used for translating and sentence making. Describes methodology and compares the BASIC and LOGO programs. (MVL)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Cognitive Processes, College Science, Computer Uses in Education
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Mandell, Alan; Lucking, Robert – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Compares a program written both in BASIC and LOGO on its inferential and decision making ability. Explains steps in each program and how deductions and decisions are made. (MVL)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Cognitive Processes, College Science, Computer Software
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Myers, Roy E.; Schneider, David I. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Details the features of BASIC used in mathematics programming and provides the information needed to translate between the Apple II and IBM PC computers. Discusses inputing a user-defined function, setting scroll windows, displaying subscripts and exponents, variable names, mathematical characters and special symbols. (TW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Higher Education
Farkouh, Alice; And Others – 1985
The purpose of this guide is to give teachers and supervisors a working knowledge of various approaches to enhancing pupil learning about computer science, particularly through the use of Pascal. It contains instructional units dealing with: (1) computer components; (2) computer languages; (3) compilers; (4) essential features of a Pascal program;…
Descriptors: Advanced Placement, College Science, Computer Literacy, Computer Science
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Lough, Tom; Tipps, Steve – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Discusses chaotic behavior (movement) in a nonlinear system using LOGO programs. Presents several examples with program listings. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chaos Theory, College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs
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Albee, David; Jones, Edward – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Discusses the use of computers in chemistry courses at the United States Military Academy. Provides two examples of computer projects: (1) equations of state, and (2) solving for molar volume. Presents BASIC and PASCAL listings for the second project. Lists 10 applications for physical chemistry. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemical Nomenclature, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Software
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Kirkup, Les – Physics Education, 1987
Describes efforts of members of the biology and physics departments of Paisley College (Scotland) to develop a simple light-emitter-detector arrangement adapted as a colorimeter interfaced with a microcomputer for use by undergraduate students. Discusses the setup and provides a computer program in BASIC to run it. (CW)
Descriptors: Biology, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction