Presented are simple programs in BASIC and FORTRAN to apply the method of least squares. They calculate gradients and intercepts and express errors as standard deviations. An introduction of undergraduate students to such programs in a chemistry class is reviewed, and issues instructors should be aware of are noted. (MP)

Reports design of an interactive computer program (FORTRAN) in microbial genetics. The program is divided into three stages: background information, simulation, and data treatment. Results obtained from the simulation allow four genes to be sequenced along the bacterial chromosome. The simulation mimics experimental errors and production of…

Details are given of a university course that utilizes computer programing to help students explore aspects of number theory. The course is thought to provide acceleration of the discovery process to the point where pupils can study a full range of topics. (MP)

Describes a simple and inexpensive interface to be used for data acquisition and control of some experiments in an undergraduate physics laboratory. Two specific applications are presented. Seven references are listed. (Author/MBR)

The use of an Apple II microcomputer as support for nutrition instruction with home economics, nursing, and catering students is detailed. The work done so far is viewed as successful and encouraging. The direction of new ideas to exploit the color and graphics capabilities of the Apple is noted. (MP)

The use of the computer as a computational tool in linear algebra is featured. The programs described evolved from an undergraduate course that ended with a unit on linear programing. (MP)

Suggests a method treating geometric optics using a microcomputer to do the calculations of image formation. Calculations are based on the connection between the composition of lenses and the mathematics of fractional linear equations. Logic of the analysis and an example problem are included. (JM)

A three-lecture unit is described in which fourth-year undergraduate pharmacy students at the University of Toledo are taught basic nutrition principles. Students participate in lecture preparation through a nutrition attitude and knowledge survey and a 10-day diet inventory that is analyzed by computer program. (MSE)

Two new packages designed to aid students in typical undergraduate biochemistry courses are described. These packages deal with alcoholic fermentation and the reversal of glycolysis and the reactions of the citric cycle. (MP)

The authors discuss microcomputers and their usefulness in the undergraduate program. The results from a questionnaire indicate their high degree of success with students. (SA)

Discusses computer graphics and computer-aided design in the freshman engineering program at the University of Texas at Austin. Procedure uses interactive modules that do not require any programing skills. An annotated test of modules used and suggested approaches that might be useful at other schools are included. (BC)

Describes 70 computer programs related to (1) structural geology; (2) sedimentology and stratigraphy; and (3) the environment, groundwater, glacial geology, and oceanography. Potential use(s), language, required hardware, and sources are included. (JM)

Describes a procedure used to optimize instrument performance as taught in a fourth-year undergraduate instrumental analysis course. Gives rules for fixed and variable size simplex and discusses calculations. Also explains use of computer simulation of instruments as a tool in teaching the simplex technique. (JM)

Computer-assisted instruction in the College Expository Writing Program (CEWP) at the University of Colorado at Boulder is detailed. The current challenge is to develop packages that deal with the organizational, semantic, and stylistic elements of composition. (MP)

Part 1 (SE 533 635) presented programs for use in mineralogy, petrology, and geochemistry. This part presents an annotated list of 64 additional programs, focusing on introductory geology, mapping, and statistical packages for geological analyses. A brief description, source, suggested use(s), programing language, and other information are…