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Yeow, Y. L. – Chemical Engineering Education, 1984
Describes an experiment in which a microcomputer was programed to function as a transfer function analyzer to investigate the dynamics of stirred vessels. The main objective of the experiment is to illustrate the theory and application of the pulse test (a method of determining the transfer function of a process). (JN)
Descriptors: Chemical Engineering, Computer Oriented Programs, Engineering Education, Higher Education

Jacobs, E. W.; Gaines, Marion T., IV – Teaching of Psychology, 1986
Describes the hardware, priced at under $600 in 1984, required to adapt an Apple IIe microcomputer for use as a physiograph. Gavlanic skin response (GSR), electromyograph (EMG), skin temperature, and heart rate data can be recorded at user-specified intervals, displayed on a monitor, saved to a disk, and printed on paper. (Author/JDH)
Descriptors: Electronic Equipment, Higher Education, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Technology

Hovancik, John R. – Teaching of Psychology, 1986
A computer-controlled experimental psychology investigation suitable for use in an undergraduate laboratory is described. The investigation examines the relationship between aesthetic preference and speed of reaction in making choices between colors generated on a video monitor. (Author)
Descriptors: Electronic Equipment, Higher Education, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Technology
Mitchell, Eugene E., Ed. – COED Transactions, 1980
Described is a microcomputer laboratory at the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York, which provides easy access to non-volatile memory and a single input/output file system for 16 microcomputer laboratory positions. A microcomputer network that has a centralized data base is implemented using the concepts of computer network…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computers, Cost Effectiveness, Engineering

School Science Review, 1988
Details 26 experiments designed for use in secondary or college science classes. Includes activities for physical and biological sciences. Describes procedures, materials, safety, and analyses appropriate for each. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Higher Education, Laboratory Animals, Laboratory Equipment
Slezak, Tom – Technological Horizons in Education, 1981
By interfacing a Biotran II counting device with an Apple II computer, biologists in a biomedical laboratory increased accuracy and speed over manual logging of Biotran readings. Suggests that others interface small computers to computer readable devices as a cost-effective approach. Outlines necessary steps. (DC)
Descriptors: Automation, Biomedical Equipment, Computer Oriented Programs, Higher Education

Collins, Michael J.; Vitz, Ed – Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Examines two computer interfaced lab experiments: 1) discusses the automation of a Perkin Elmer 337 infrared spectrophotometer noting the mechanical and electronic changes needed; 2) uses the Gouy method and Lotus Measure software to automate magnetic susceptibility determinations. Methodology is described. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Uses in Education

Ebeling, Ruth E. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1988
Explains a method for keeping track of chemicals, supplies, and equipment by using a computer. Describes stockroom personnel, department needs, the physical plant, restocking procedures, file setup, and effectiveness of the program. Examples of sample inventory forms are included. (RT)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education, Equipment Storage

Houlden, M. A.; And Others – Physics Education, 1983
Describes a laboratory designed to give students practical experiences with experimental phenomena discussed in lectures, focusing on laboratory organization and typical experiment. In addition to a list of experiments, three exercises are discussed: fluorescence/laser, ferromagnetic domains, and thermal population (which uses PET computer…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Programs, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
Cleaver, Thomas G. – 1985
Design of computer circuits used to be a pencil and paper task followed by laboratory tests, but logic circuit design can now be done in half the time as the engineer accesses a program which simulates the behavior of real digital circuits, and does all the wiring and testing on his computer screen. A simulated laboratory in digital logic has been…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Course Descriptions

Edwards, Morfydd G.; Weller, Bernard E. – Computers and Education, 1986
Describes a general purpose microcomputer-based system designed to support small-scale experimentation in the physical sciences in student laboratories. System requirements, teacher reactions, and educational implications are discussed; design criteria are established; and examples are given of the system's application to some simple experiments.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Design Requirements, Foreign Countries, Higher Education

Altemose, Ines R. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1986
Traces the development of instruments used in spectrophotometry. Discusses how spectrophotometric measurements are made. Describes the color comparator, the filter photometer, and the spectrophotometer. Outlines the evolution of optical systems, including light sources, the monochromator, the photodetector, double-beam optics, and split-beam…
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Color, Higher Education
Long, Joseph W. – Microsystems, 1983
Describes development of microcomputer-controlled gamma scintillation spectrometer and chromatographic data analyzer, including design and construction of interface electronics and production of software. Includes diagrams of electric circuits and project evaluation indicating that both instruments functioned as intended. (JN)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Chromatography, College Science, Computer Oriented Programs

Woodard, F. E.; And Others – Analytical Chemistry, 1981
Focuses on attributes of microcomputer systems which affect their usefulness in a laboratory environment. In addition to presenting general concepts, comments are made regarding the implementation of these concepts using a microprocessor-based data acquisition system developed at the University of North Carolina. (CO)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Data Collection, Equipment Evaluation
Barker, Thomas T. – 1985
The English Microlab Registry (EMR) was first designed as a database, or research tool, for planners of English microlabs in order to give them access to information about all aspects of microlab management. But EMR also provides descriptive data about what a microlab is and may well provide insight into whether those labs will survive. An…
Descriptors: English Departments, Evaluation Methods, Higher Education, Learning Laboratories