State-of-the-art is a concept fundamental to the art of engineering. The definition, evolution, and transmission of the term are discussed. Several examples of its use are provided. (JN)

Presents the president's report for 1975-76, for the American Society for Engineering Education. Topics include new services in the society, membership, and finance. (SL)

A simple problem (counting beans in a jar) is used to demonstrate an approach to organizing and quantifying decision making. The example shows that a willingness to go beyond ordinary engineering analysis may be needed to provide answers to many engineering problems. (Author/JN)

Examines shortcomings that are not being fully recognized and addressed. For example, computerization tends to increase analytical precision at the sacrifice of accuracy. In addition, the computer has begun to diminish the art while emphasizing the scienctific elements of design. Possible solutions to these and other shortcomings are offered. (JN)

Describes experiences over several semesters with microcomputers in a mechanical engineering applied thermodynamics course. Includes course objectives, computer assignment structure, typical assignments, prewritten versus student-written software, and other topic areas. (JN)

Describes: (1) the Small Business Institute (SBI); (2) SBI in the Engineering Management Department at the University of Missouri-Rolla; (3) student engineering design projects with the small businesses; and (4) benefits of the program and lessons learned. (JN)

Defines the engineering method by: (1) giving a preliminary definition and examples of its essential term (heuristics); (2) comparing the definition to a popular alternative; and (3) presenting a simple form of the definition. This definition states that the engineering method is the use of engineering heuristics. (JN)

Presents the organization, constitution, bylaws, board of directors, councils, and committees of the American Society for Engineering Education. (SL)

Discusses a survey of curricular allocations to mechanics in departments and schools of engineering. Tables show trends of coverage of mechanics topics and faculty perceptions of teaching and learning trends. (MLH)

Listings of institutional members of the American Society for Engineering Education, including addresses and names of representatives, are provided under seven headings: Engineering College Members, Engineering College Affiliate Members, Technical College Members, Technical College Affiliate Members, Industrial Members, Government Members, and…

Describes an unusual project in which third-year computer science students designed and built a four-bit multiplier circuit and then combines it with software to complete a full 16-bit multiplication. The multiplier was built using TTL components, interfaced with a Z-80 microprocessor system, and programed in assembly language. (JN)

Examines changes needed in research and education to bring the nation into the new age of computer-integrated manufacturing. Topics addressed include: convergence of research; continuum of research; computer-integrated manufacturing; and need for a science of manufacturing. Also notes steps taken by the National Science Foundation to help solve…

Experiences at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in teaching with interactive spreadsheet computing are described. Advantages of using this software in engineering classes are noted. (JN)

Addresses problems of engineering and professionalism, with reference to academic degree designation. Historical work of the American Society for Engineering Education, accreditation, post-World War II, and current status are discussed. Indicates that large numbers of different degrees are due to lack of disciplined governance over the educational…