Describes a two-quarter sequence of graduate courses in numerical methods and modeling for chemical engineers. Rationale, course content, methodology, topic development, and such course requirements as homework and design projects are considered. Emphasis is placed on the treatment of numerical methods implemented in commercial software. (JM)

Anticipating enrollment limitations in the University of Alabama's engineering technology programs, a research project was conducted to find a method of limiting enrollment without sacrificing program quality. Portions of the study dealing with selection of optimum entry-level mathematics and preparatory course/professional course relationship are…

Career opportunities for chemical professionals are discussed, providing information on recruiting efforts, demand, salaries, and career planning. Indicates that, although chemical and chemical engineering graduates found a tight job market and low salaries during the year, the outlook for job seekers is improving. (JN)

The American system of science and engineering education is in a crisis that warrants immediate attention and appropriate action. Public commitment to science and technology seems to be diminishing dramatically at present, with the U.S. economy and national security at stake. (MSE)

A one-hour introductory engineering course and a three-hour rhetoric course were combined at Triton College as a means of introducing the interrelationships of the humanities and technology and to demonstrate the applicability of a non-major humanities course to engineering. Course results show consistently higher achievement and student…

Evaluates an axiomatic approach to subject matter structuring in an undergraduate computer course in Italy. A comparison of structured and non-structured courses shows that the structured approach improves the learning process. (Author/JJD)

Discusses the development of and current graduate/undergraduate programs in chemical engineering at Clemson University (South Carolina). A list of chemical engineering faculty and their specialities is provided. Comments on the development of the university and its founder, Thomas Green Clemson, are also provided. (JN)

Chronic faculty shortages, overenrolled classes, obsolete equipment, and insufficient space have caused a substantial decline in the quality of engineering education. Concludes a report endorsed by the National Association of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges (NASULGC). Highlights of the report and recommendations are presented.…

Highlights data on salaries and employment status of chemists based on results of a 1982 survey of American Chemical Society (ACS) members. Indicates that unemployment has risen slightly and, although salaries are up moderately, inflation tends to wipe out any financial gain. (JN)

Summarizes a Royal Society report on the educational implications of the growth of biotechnology (application of biological organisms, systems, or processes to manufacturing and service industries). Eighteen recommendations are made including the inclusion of biotechnological content into science curricula. (Author/JN)

Highlights a study examining manpower supply/demand in general aviation. Eight job categories were examined: pilots, flight instructors, engineers, machinists/toolers, and A&P, airframe, and avionics technicians. Findings among others indicate that shortages in indicated job categories exist because personnel are recruited by other industries.…

Investigated performance of Hispanic science and engineering students (N=43) on reading a sentence describing the mathematical relationship between two variables and writing an equation describing the relationship. Results compared with (1) subjects' grade point average and language proficiency and (2) monolingual group (N=52). (Author/SK)

Presented in the book "Living with Technology: Issues at Mid-Career" are results and implications of responses by 1,366 MIT graduates from the classes of 1951, 1955, and 1959. Explored are their attitudes and feelings toward themselves and their work after several years of employment. (DS)

Discusses the purposes, scope, and application of guidelines which have been developed in England to help resolve conflicts between conservation and land drainage programs. Emphasizes education, training, and research as essential elements to meet the guideline objectives. (DC)

Describes an instruction system combining features of lecture and independent study methods, including course management and instructional materials. Compares course to lecture and independent study sections. (SK)