Excerpts from proceedings and recommendations of conference media, systems and resources in engineering education. Conference held at Lehigh University, May 19-20, 1966. (IR)

Surveyed engineers to determine their communication needs. Results showed that interpersonal communication, listening behavior, leadership, and group discussion were considered the most important communication skills, while public speaking, interviewing, and parliamentary procedures were considered the least important. (PD)

Presented is a literature review of research in engineering education. The major national studies of the twentieth centry are reviewed. The focus of current research is examined. Present research into four areas (students, faculty, curriculum and instruction, and systems) is classified. The importance of engineering educators utilizing research is…

Among the benefits derived from a detailed curriculum analysis is the actual analysis process itself. Creating a curriculum diagram can lead to better understanding of what can and should be taught. (Author/BB)

Introduces an evaluation method for the assessment of a single exam which also generates feedback for teachers. Provides a grade and identifies weaknesses in a student's knowledge and teaching. (YDS)

Addresses the question of how closely the objectives of industry and engineering education should be aligned. Examines trends in college-business relationships using the example of California Polytechnic State University. Reflects on benefits and problems of closer connections with industry. (SK)

Gives a theoretical rationale for a portfolio evaluation project and describes a directly applicable structure and procedure for such a project. Discusses how the task of assessing the efficacy of technical communication service courses provides an opportunity to learn more about student and faculty needs and to update and improve curriculum. (SC)

Odense University College of Engineering has begun a revision of all curricula founded on the principle that student learning is the main objective of teaching. At the same time there is a large demand for increasing efficiency and increasing the possibility of professional development of staff. Development of staff should be possible by…

How can the teachers of today raise student achievement and prepare students to become the next generation of technologists, innovators, designers, and engineers? This article introduces new opportunities for professional development: a cadre of education professionals who are trained to deliver professional development for states, districts, and…

Traces the origin and development of programs that led to the creation of the Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences at the University of Florida. Includes descriptions of degrees offered, type of work required, and facilities available. (GS)

REPORTED IS THE DEVELOPMENT OF UNDERGRADUATE MATHEMATICS COURSES PROPERLY REFLECTING THE MATHEMATICAL NEEDS OF STUDENTS IN THE RAPIDLY DEVELOPING ENGINEERING, PHYSICAL, AND SOCIAL SCIENCES. THE PURPOSE OF THIS UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM IS TO PERMIT STUDENTS TO DEVELOP AND NURTURE INTERESTS IN APPLIED MATHEMATICS AT AN EARLY STAGE SO THAT SIGNIFICANT…

Cited are the educational challenges of undergraduate, graduate, and professional engineering programs; the main emphasis is on the challente to provide engineering education for non-engineering students at both the undergraduate and adult levels. The need for such a program stems from a conviction that no citizen can be considered educated in…

Reviews and discusses objectives of the humanities and social science (HSS) component in undergraduate engineering programs, examining variations in HSS requirements among engineering disciplines. Also suggests some innovative approaches intended to resolve the conflict between the objectives and the current reality in engineering curricula. (JN)

Surveyed the sponsorship of engineering students by employers by collecting data related to: engineering departments; sponsoring and non-sponsoring employers; student competition for sponsorship; and possible course/university restrictions by employers. Employers offering sponsorships consider them to be of great value in ensuring supplies of…