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Krause, Daniel C.; Divis, Lynne M., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Describes a chemistry laboratory software package for interfacing the Apple IIe for high school and introductory college courses. Topics include: thermistor calibration, phase change, heat of reaction, freezing point depression, Beer's law, and color decay in crystal violet. Explains the computer interface and the tools needed. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Uses in Education, Computers

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

Lagowski, J. J. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
States there is little direct evidence that the current laboratory instructional method is an important component of chemistry instruction. Provides a historical account of laboratory work. Studies individual work versus demonstrations, and computer simulations. Urges the use of computer based methods to provide a rich laboratory experience. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education

Keller, John W.; And Others – Journal of Chemical Education, 1986
Discusses the use of a computer software package called ASYST for general laboratory computing. Describes the software's capacity for acquiring data in a flow injection analysis experiment. Reviews the series of commands used by students in carrying out the experiment. (TW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education

Jacquot, Raymond G.; Steadman, John W. – CoED, 1985
A Commodore-64 microcomputer was used to develop a system which is useful for a variety of teaching laboratory and real time control applications. Hardware and software requirements and examples of experimental work with the system are provided. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Data Collection, Engineering, Engineering Education

Harris, Arlo D. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1986
Describes a first-year chemistry laboratory experiment which uses a simple computer program written in BASIC, to analyze data collected by students about the density of a set of marbles. A listing of the program is provided, along with a sample printout of the experiment's results. (TW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education

Tinari, Jr., Rocco; Rao, S. Sathyanarayan – CoED, 1985
Describes a system (Apple II microcomputer interfaced to flexible, custom-designed digital hardware) which can provide: (1) Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) computation on real-time data with a video display of spectrum; (2) frequency synthesis experiments using the inverse FFT; and (3) real-time digital filtering experiments. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Engineering, Engineering Education
Levy, C. Michael; And Others – Pipeline, 1983
The Apple II microcomputer program described allows instructors with minimal programing experience to construct computer models of psychological phenomena for students to investigate. Use of these models eliminates need to maintain/house/breed animals or purchase sophisticated laboratory equipment. Several content models are also described,…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Higher Education, Instructional Materials, Laboratory Experiments

Adamson, Gary E.; Nakhleh, Mary B.; Zimmerman, James R. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1997
Describes interfacing a hand-held oxygen probe with a microcomputer and suggests experiments for undergraduate chemistry courses that could facilitate student understanding of aquatic environmental processes which involve dissolved oxygen. Data can be analyzed through the program or exported into other software. Presents results of an experiment…
Descriptors: Chemical Reactions, Chemistry, Computer Interfaces, Higher Education
Vernier, David L. – 1986
Science projects which can be used by high school students who have minimal experience with computers or electronics are presented in this book on laboratory interfacing. These laboratory interfacing projects include either the connecting of measuring instruments directly to a computer or using a computer to control external devices. All of the 14…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware

MacKenzie, I. Scott – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Explores the application of the microcomputer as an adjunct to laboratory experiments within the science curriculum. Identifies needs and critical competitors that may affect implementation. Indicates problems along with suggestions for improving the effectiveness of this method. (RT)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary School Science

Myers, Robert L. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1986
Describes a computerized grading system using mark-sense cards to record experimental data. Gives hardware requirements, provides estimated budget, and lists experiments for which mark-sense cards have been developed and are available. Discusses the grading process and programs. (JM)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers

Bare, John K. – Teaching of Psychology, 1982
A microcomputer was used successfully to replicate Sternberg's 1966 study of retrieval from short-term memory and Sperling's 1960 study on sensory or iconic memory. Computers with a capacity for measuring reaction time are useful in the laboratory for introductory psychology courses. (SR)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Introductory Courses, Laboratory Experiments, Learning Activities

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
Heckenlively, Donald B. – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1986
Describes use of computer simulation which generates bird songs so that students can analyze song motifs and sequences as an introduction to descriptive analysis of behavior in an animal behavior course. Advantages of the simulation are discussed together with computer hardware/software needed and data presentation, analysis, and generation…
Descriptors: Animal Behavior, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software
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