The described program encourages high school students and teachers to come to a campus offering engineering and technology programs. During the one-day visit students compete in engineering aptitude tests and engage in career counseling activities. (RE)

Studied the type of skills required for engineering students to succeed in their work, using high school grades and predictor batteries such as aptitude and standardized achievement tests. Concluded that the findings of similar earlier studies were confirmed with achievement tests preferred over aptitude tests for student selection. (CC)