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Yeow, Y. L. – Chemical Engineering Education, 1984
Describes an experiment in which a microcomputer was programed to function as a transfer function analyzer to investigate the dynamics of stirred vessels. The main objective of the experiment is to illustrate the theory and application of the pulse test (a method of determining the transfer function of a process). (JN)
Descriptors: Chemical Engineering, Computer Oriented Programs, Engineering Education, Higher Education

Jacobs, E. W.; Gaines, Marion T., IV – Teaching of Psychology, 1986
Describes the hardware, priced at under $600 in 1984, required to adapt an Apple IIe microcomputer for use as a physiograph. Gavlanic skin response (GSR), electromyograph (EMG), skin temperature, and heart rate data can be recorded at user-specified intervals, displayed on a monitor, saved to a disk, and printed on paper. (Author/JDH)
Descriptors: Electronic Equipment, Higher Education, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Technology

Hovancik, John R. – Teaching of Psychology, 1986
A computer-controlled experimental psychology investigation suitable for use in an undergraduate laboratory is described. The investigation examines the relationship between aesthetic preference and speed of reaction in making choices between colors generated on a video monitor. (Author)
Descriptors: Electronic Equipment, Higher Education, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Technology

School Science Review, 1988
Details 26 experiments designed for use in secondary or college science classes. Includes activities for physical and biological sciences. Describes procedures, materials, safety, and analyses appropriate for each. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Higher Education, Laboratory Animals, Laboratory Equipment

Krause, Daniel C.; Divis, Lynne M., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Describes a chemistry laboratory software package for interfacing the Apple IIe for high school and introductory college courses. Topics include: thermistor calibration, phase change, heat of reaction, freezing point depression, Beer's law, and color decay in crystal violet. Explains the computer interface and the tools needed. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Uses in Education, Computers
Slezak, Tom – Technological Horizons in Education, 1981
By interfacing a Biotran II counting device with an Apple II computer, biologists in a biomedical laboratory increased accuracy and speed over manual logging of Biotran readings. Suggests that others interface small computers to computer readable devices as a cost-effective approach. Outlines necessary steps. (DC)
Descriptors: Automation, Biomedical Equipment, Computer Oriented Programs, Higher Education

Carrier, Jeffrey C. – American Biology Teacher, 1988
Reports on acquiring and analyzing enzyme kinetics data using Apple microcomputers. Describes the experimental background and procedures, instrumentation, cautions, and construction aids. Cites applications which illustrate the use of a computer in a laboratory exercise. (RT)
Descriptors: Biology, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware

Collins, Michael J.; Vitz, Ed – Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Examines two computer interfaced lab experiments: 1) discusses the automation of a Perkin Elmer 337 infrared spectrophotometer noting the mechanical and electronic changes needed; 2) uses the Gouy method and Lotus Measure software to automate magnetic susceptibility determinations. Methodology is described. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Uses in Education

Ebeling, Ruth E. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1988
Explains a method for keeping track of chemicals, supplies, and equipment by using a computer. Describes stockroom personnel, department needs, the physical plant, restocking procedures, file setup, and effectiveness of the program. Examples of sample inventory forms are included. (RT)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education, Equipment Storage

Lagowski, J. J. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
States there is little direct evidence that the current laboratory instructional method is an important component of chemistry instruction. Provides a historical account of laboratory work. Studies individual work versus demonstrations, and computer simulations. Urges the use of computer based methods to provide a rich laboratory experience. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education

Matlock, Daniel B.; Safford, Duane C. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1989
Explains the use of the microcomputer as a multipurpose analytical instrument which frees students from the mechanics of science and allows for more active learning involvement. Provides the typical data acquisition configuration, advantages, disadvantages, and a brief summary. (RT)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Interfaces, Computer Literacy, Computer Uses in Education

Houlden, M. A.; And Others – Physics Education, 1983
Describes a laboratory designed to give students practical experiences with experimental phenomena discussed in lectures, focusing on laboratory organization and typical experiment. In addition to a list of experiments, three exercises are discussed: fluorescence/laser, ferromagnetic domains, and thermal population (which uses PET computer…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Programs, Foreign Countries, Higher Education

Edwards, Morfydd G.; Weller, Bernard E. – Computers and Education, 1986
Describes a general purpose microcomputer-based system designed to support small-scale experimentation in the physical sciences in student laboratories. System requirements, teacher reactions, and educational implications are discussed; design criteria are established; and examples are given of the system's application to some simple experiments.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Design Requirements, Foreign Countries, Higher Education

Altemose, Ines R. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1986
Traces the development of instruments used in spectrophotometry. Discusses how spectrophotometric measurements are made. Describes the color comparator, the filter photometer, and the spectrophotometer. Outlines the evolution of optical systems, including light sources, the monochromator, the photodetector, double-beam optics, and split-beam…
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Color, Higher Education

Krieger, James H. – Chemical and Engineering News, 1986
CHEMPAC, a computer-based chemistry course developed for high school students, bridges the gap between textbook and laboratory to provide greater quantitative accuracy to laboratory experiments. This course and experiments (involving pH) illustrating the CHEMPAC approach are provided. (JN)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Computer Oriented Programs, High Schools, Laboratory Procedures