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Snover, Stephen L.; Spikell, Mark A. – 1979
Several examples are given of a variety of nonstandard problems, not ordinarily found in texts or courses, now accessible to students who have programmable calculators. These include: (1) finding limits; (2) evaluating infinite series; (3) calculating finite series; (4) computing variable length products; (5) solving equations; (6) searching for…
Descriptors: Calculators, Calculus, College Curriculum, College Mathematics
Peer reviewedLacksonen, James W. – Chemical Engineering Education, 1979
An approach to the teaching of steady-state recycle calculations is presented. Included are the solutions to two sample problems. (BB)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computation, Engineering Education
Peer reviewedFakler, Robert – Mathematics in School, 1990
Describes a model for geometrical probability. Presents two examples of basic theories of probability using geometrical probability. Provides three problems using the described theorem. (YP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computation, Geometric Concepts, Higher Education
Peer reviewedKabel, Robert L. – Chemical Engineering Education, 1979
This heat transfer problem requires students to analyze the feasibility of moving icebergs from the Antarctic to Saudi Arabia to provide fresh water. (BB)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computation, Engineering Education
Peer reviewedMartin, Joseph J. – Chemical Engineering Education, 1979
This problem requires the student to calculate the volume of air breathed by a bicyclist every hour in Denver, Colorado, and New York City. (BB)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computation, Energy
Peer reviewedJoyner, Virginia G.; Haggard, Paul W. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1990
Discusses how to express an n factorial as a product of powers of primes. Provides two examples and answers. Presents four related suggestions. (YP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, College Mathematics, Computation, Division
Peer reviewedSnover, Stephen L.; Spikell, Mark A. – Mathematics Teacher, 1978
A problem from number theory is used to illustrate the use of the computer and programable calculators in solving problems. Programs are included. (MP)
Descriptors: Calculators, College Mathematics, Computation, Computer Programs
Peer reviewedWhineray, Scott – Physics Teacher, 1991
Presented are three physics problems from the New Zealand Entrance Scholarship examinations which are generally attempted by more able students. Problem situations, illustrations, and solutions are detailed. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computation, Gravity (Physics), Higher Education
Peer reviewedRamette, R. W. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Describes a take-home exam story problem based on stoichiometry. Requires the student to determine the percentage of phosphoric acid in a large container of nitric acid if a man fell into it. Provides assumptions, clues, and an acceptable solution. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, College Science, Computation
Peer reviewedMcDonald, Jacqueline – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Explores some classic Fibonacci problems with the aid of AppleWorks spreadsheets calculations. Provides problems and spreadsheets for solving them. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
Download full textLower, Stephen K. – 1973
An audiotutorial approach to problem-solving in college chemistry relying upon audio tapes is available. The program is designed to increase the teacher's effectiveness by providing individualized attention to student difficulties related to problem-solving. Problem solutions are recorded on audio tapes (designed for use with Sony TC-160 cassettes…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Audiovisual Instruction, Chemistry, Computation
