Reviews both baccalaureate and associate degree programs in engineering technology. These programs have increased and expanded primarily as a response to society's demand for technical manpower. (MLH)

Surveys the course requirements in the humanities and social sciences for 100 two and four year technology programs. For some associate programs, only one or two courses are required; in 40 percent of the cases studied, the requirement is for three courses, or nine semester hours credit. (MLH)

Presents the results of a survey to determine the nature of physics for technology. Urges a compromise between an extensive, rigorous content structuring and one of reduced content with a technology emphasis. (GS)

Suggests five ways that the more advanced nations can help each other and emerging nations reach technological potential: train foreign nationals, act as consultants, staff faculties, maintain communications, and convene international conferences. (MLH)

Reports on a limited survey of published curriculum guides to determine if courses in the category of "technical sciences" are included in engineering technology curricula, what courses appear most frequently, and what proportion of total time allocation do they represent. (GS)