This article is Part III of a series on high school plastics programs. (Editor)

Presents 45 terms related to the plastics industry, arranged in alphabetical order in English with definitions in English and in French. (AM)

Describes three plastics projects (which involve making a styrene fishing bobber, an acrylic salad fork and spoon set, and acetate shrink art) designed to provide elementary level students an opportunity to work with plastics and to learn about careers in plastics production and distribution. (TA)

In view of a lack of trained personnel in the industry, the Plastics Education Foundation proposes that educators (1) add more plastics programs, (2) establish plastics engineering degrees at appropriate 4-year institutions, (3) add plastics processing technology to current engineering curricula, and (4) interest younger students in courses and/or…

The varieties of materials testing and its methods, uses, and resources for industrial arts classes are described. (MU)

Permanent models of soap bubble configuration can be made by using a new plastic art medium. (MM)

The use of plastic and fiberglass materials in the manufacture of automobiles has caused a revolution in the field of collision work. Changes have occurred in tools, techniques, materials, and in the training for auto body repair. The skills necessary for employment in this field are now easier and faster to acquire. (CT)

Describes an integrated metal-plastic program which was incorporated into an industrial arts curriculum at Trenton State College (New Jersey). (TA)

Discusses the latest in school restroom and locker room design, such as wash facilities in outside corridors, infrared water control, repositioned mirrors, plastic lockers and benches, and multiple-head showers. These innovations are designed to address cost, maintenance, and security concerns. (EV)

Discusses the product of alkenes, including isopropyl alcohol, ethylene, propylene, thermoplastics, and synthetic rubber. The developments and chemical formulas of the products are described. (YP)

Materials (piping and joints) for waste-piping systems are evaluated and a material or materials best qualified for above ground service in health research facilities are recommended. Evaluation is based on cost and performance because the potential value of any material depends on its ability to compete in both areas. In general, the following…

Air structures can be erected quickly, cover large areas, cost substantially less than conventional buildings, and use less natural resources. Air structures are economically utilized for many facilities, such as athletic fields, swimming pools, high schools, day care centers, and college campuses. The literature on air structures covered in this…

Provides a brief history and account of present uses of electroless deposition of metals on plastics. The theory of the plating process is also presented. (CP)