By using a computer to simulate experimental situations, engineering laboratory courses can provide more ambitious experiments as well as experiments demanding more calculations. (SD)

Reviews a series of films about engineering appropriate for career guidance at the secondary level. (GS)

Presents a learning theory in the language of cybernetics based on the tenet that the minimal experimental situation for making psychological observations is a conversation. The account is directed at generating interest in the original work by G. Pask, et al. (GS)

Presents contemporary thinking on the mathematics requirements in the engineering technology curriculum. Includes a discussion of institutional practices in mathematics instruction pointing out similarities in content, quantity, scope, and nature of mathematical offerings. (GS)

Describes the development of an annual Engineering Concepts Institute designed for high school graduates beginning studies in engineering or architecture. Major emphasis is on Engineering Problems and related mathematical concepts. (Author/GS)

The commercial simulator Aspen Chromatography was used in the computer laboratory of a dual-level course. The lab assignments used a cookbook approach to teach basic simulator operation and open-ended exploration to understand adsorption. The students learned theory better than in previous years despite having less lecture time. Students agreed…

Designed to assist in the dissemination of views about educational issues associated with engineering education and its incorporation in general education, this bibliography presents a review of the literature in engineering education under seven headings. These include: (1) engineering and higher education, the social context; (2) the…

The Panel on Undergraduate Engineering Education prepared this report as part of the overall effort of the National Research Council's Committee on the Education and Utilization of the Engineer. The panel studied the academic preparation of engineers for practicing their profession. This document provides an analysis of the research done by the…

This booklet is designed to provide information to girls about the nature of and possible career opportunities in engineering. Following a brief introduction in which the characteristics of engineers are outlined (such as ability to solve problems, interest in science/mathematics, and urge to make creative use of their intelligence), answers to…

This guide has been prepared for use by the undergraduate or graduate student in engineering geology. Because of the broad scope of the field, the major disciplines of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and foundations are primarily emphasized. This document is a survey of information sources in engineering geology and is intended to identify those…

Mechanical engineering has become highly interdisciplinary. It would not be possible to single out particular reference sources that are uniquely applicable to mechanical engineering. For the purpose of this guide, mechanical engineering deals with the generation, transmission and utilization of heat and mechanical power and with the production of…

These hearings focused on the reauthorization of appropriations for the National Science Foundation (NSF) for fiscal year (FY) 1985. (The Reagan administration's request for the NSF was $1.5 billion, an increase of 13.6 percent over the FY 1984 budget.) The hearings include a prepared statement from Edward Knapp (NSF director) which provides an…

Investigates the relationship between institutional affiliation and scholarly activities and outlooks for a sample of Indian engineering faculty. The research is based on a survey of Indian academics conducted in 1971-72. (Editor)

Presents a profile of doctoral scientists and engineers in the United States constructed from data collected by the National Academy of Sciences - National Research Council. The survey shows that the overall unemployment rate for scientists and engineers was 1.2 percent and the median annual salary was $20,890. (JR)