A classroom converted to an art gallery at Brescia College, Owensboro, Kentucky. (CB)

Since both the means and reliabilities of the ratings were affected by the number of scale levels but not by the manner of defining scale levels, it would appear that the most critical consideration in rating scale construction is that of determining the appropriate number of rating scale levels. (Author/MB)

The author reports upon her assignment as consultant during the construction of the new library for the international school in Islamabad, West Pakistan. (SJ)

Describes the problems and inequities present in traditionally managed construction projects. Agrees that adopting a team management approach and using a construction manager will not only save money and shorten the time, but will provide the owner with greater control over the project. (Author)

Provides legal principles of which prospective owners should be aware. The author points out the particular legal problems of projects involving third party construction managers. Topics covered are (1) substantial performance, (2) interpretations of time, (3) impossibility of performance, (4) third party impairments, (5) reliance on promises, (6)…

Outlines a guidance system for students in construction courses. (SB)

Revision of building codes are discussed, as they relate to educational facilities. (RG)

Presents narratives, charts, and diagrams showing the unique aspects of the four subsystems of human technical endeavor. These subsystems are communication, construction, manufacturing, and transportation. (For part 1 of this series, see CE 511 770.) (CT)

Discusses the text retrieval system, EUREKA, and its techniques for helping the unsophisticated user through the search for and understanding of information based on the vocabulary file concept. Methods for easy construction and maintenance of a suitable data base organization through the EURUP system are described. (RAA)

Complete instructions, materials needed, and approximate costs are given for constructing a kiln for firing Raku ceramics. (SJL)

This paper describes the design and use of a simple portable electronic metronome using standard parts that may be built locally for low costs. (MB)

Factors in successful implementation of simulation in construction education are as follows: (1) considering human factors and feedback effects; (2) focusing on tradeoffs between with managerial decisions and construction policies; and (3) developing a standalone tool that runs on any platform. Case studies demonstrated the effectiveness of these…

Provides seven tips for selecting glass contractors for large-scale construction projects at educational institutions. (PKP)

Presents learning activities for occupations in construction technology, designing a beam, and simple machines. (JOW)