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Dayton Univ., OH. School of Engineering. – 1981
This information summarizes the University of Dayton (Ohio) Women in Science Career Facilitation Project entitled Fast Track Late Entry. The University of Dayton Fast Track Program was designed to bring women with bachelor's degrees in mathematics, chemistry, or physics to a technical level in chemical or electrical engineering equivalent to…
Descriptors: Chemical Engineering, College Science, Degrees (Academic), Electronics
Jones, Russel C.; LeBold, William K. – Engineering Education, 1987
Expresses concern over the strain on higher engineering education to keep up with the demand for new engineers. Cites a study conducted to determine whether using currently employed engineers can reduce the burden on engineering schools. Results indicated American engineers are not used extensively in this way. (TW)
Descriptors: College Science, Corporate Education, Employment Opportunities, Employment Patterns
Troxler, G. William – Engineering Education, 1989
Discusses the relative roles of engineering and engineering technology. Questions where the baccalaureate engineering technology graduate fits within the engineering field. Lists four methods to improve marketing engineering to potential students and the public. Presents job production and the international picture. (MVL)
Descriptors: College Science, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Employment Opportunities
National Science Foundation, Washington, DC. – 1987
Designed as one means of drawing attention to the need for quality scientific and technical education for today's youth, this booklet examines recent trends in education and demography and discusses their implication in producing scientists and engineers for the future. Information is presented on: (1) the need for a scientific and technical…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, College Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Employment Patterns