A general interface was planned to aid students in a course on computer design. Basically, the system is an electronic/logical device which provides 24 input-output channels for the attachment of logical components to a time-sharing computer. The device is useful in the design and development of computer-oriented modules. The costs of such an…

The indroduction of on-line data collection and data processing techniques into an intermediate physics laboratory is described. Using a minimum configuration PDP-8L and a Digital Equipment AD01 analog to digital converter, an interface is developed with two existing experiments. These are a microwave apparatus used to simulate Bragg diffraction…

The Draft Report of the Joint Ad Hoc Subcommittee on Regional Computing Centres of the Committee of Presidents of Universities of Ontario made a tentative recommendation that a regional computer center should be developed for the use of Ontario universities. However, on further investigation it was found that such a computer center would be…

This booklet provides the initial information necessary for school administrators who are considering the introduction or expansion of computer instruction in their school. The booklet contains a variety of non-technical information pertaining to the use of computers in instruction. It summarizes the hardware and software availability as well as…

Maintains that counselors, bewildered by the many unfamiliar terms, perceive computer applications in counseling as too complex or mechanistic. Suggests use of the term computerized focuses excessive attention on a technological innovation that is only one of many counseling resources. Recommends using terms such as computer-assisted which…

Examines the extent to which a process control computer system is assisting departmental research (by providing a comprehensive and flexible data logging and plant control system) and providing a teaching facility for the department by live demonstrations of plant monitoring and control applications, simulation, and student implementation of…

Computer software for process control has the primary function of communicating with and governing physical devices. The structure of such software, process-control systems, multitask systems, message passing, problems of deadlock, distributed computer systems, and protection against failure in process-control systems are among the areas examined.…

A basic understanding of computer hardware, software, and internal workings is important before selecting a computer. A brief introduction to elements of the computer is offered. (DF)

Presents experiences with, and recommendations for, choosing a diet analysis system for use in a high school or college classroom. Software considerations, hardware considerations, and decisions based on relationship between these considerations are addressed. (JN)

A software package aided a Colorado school district's conversion from one computer system to another. (MLF)

Describes specific applications of the Macintosh computer at Carnegie-Mellon University Libraries, where MacPaint was used as a flexible, easy to use, and powerful tool to produce informational, instructional, and promotional signage. Profiles of system hardware and software, an evaluation of the computer program MacPaint, and MacPaint signage…

At Arizona State University in Tempe, Academic Computing Services provides large-scale support for the computer graphics programs. (MLF)

This brief paper considers ways in which people with learning disabilities can benefit from both mainstream and specialized computer hardware and software. First, definitions are provided of terminology, including terms such as dysgraphia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, non-verbal learning disorder, and dyslexia. Discussion of the role of assistive…

Describes a computerized system for grading examinations for large class sections. The system, developed and tested over a period of three years, consists of three main program components: (1) SUPERGRADER III grades and analyzes each examination, (2) PARTY reorganizes punched card input to SUPERGRADER III if necessary, and (3) SUPERSCORER III…

Describes the use of a desk-top computer as an aid to analyze strobe photographs. Applications are illustrated for collision of pucks and the motion of a ball on a rubber band. (DS)