Results from a survey of physics and engineering departments in 132 engineering colleges in the United States and Canada are discussed. Information considered includes course requirements and content, effectiveness of physics courses and laboratories, unnecessary duplication in engineering curriculum, communication problems between physics and…

Describes the study of electronics as a terminal course in electromagnetism. A lecture-laboratory approach is used with a strong emphasis on practical experience. Outlines the major topics of the lecture program and describes the activities used in the laboratory. (GS)

Discusses a science fiction (SF) course conducted twice at Heidelberg College with lists of readings and supplementary aids presented. Indicates that the SF offerings are generally classified into three types and have the value of stimulating students' interests in science and its impact on civilization. (CC)

Describes the format and lists course content of a university-based workshop for elementary school teachers who require additional training because they may lack experience in performing experiments, demonstrations, and observations related to physics in elementary science courses. (Author/SK)

Describes a course using the prospect of living in space for motivating students to learn basic physics as well as differences between pure science and technology. Includes course content and a sample final examination. (Author/JN)