The findings of four independent surveys on various trends in science and engineering (S/E) in the United States are presented in these reports. The first report contains findings obtained from institutions granting a graduate science or engineering degree and/or performing at least $50,000 in separately budgeted research and development (R&D)…

The National Research Council's Panel on Engineering Interactions with Society was formed to examine the functioning of the engineering profession in the context of, and in relation to, American society. This document presents the findings of the panel. The panel's inquiry was twofold. First, it examined the impact that engineering and technology…

This document concerns the operation and evaluation of the National Science Foundation (NSF) Engineering Research Center (ERC) program. Included with a general letter addressing the operation of the program are several appendices which attempt to answer the questions put forth in the letter. These appendices include considerations of: (1)…

In 1988, a national survey was conducted by the Center for the Study of Community Colleges to assess the needs of two-year colleges for faculty, equipment, and facilities for science, social science, mathematics, engineering, and science-based technology programs, and to identify innovative programs for recruiting students into these programs.…

The 11th Annual Survey of Graduate Science and Engineering Students and Postdoctorates requested data from all institutions of higher education in the United States in which there was at least one science or engineering program leading to a master's or doctoral degree, including medical schools and other components granting first-professional…

This book presents information on career opportunities in mechanical engineering. Chapter 1 describes the historical development of mechanical engineering and its interactions with society, considers the growth of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and discusses the relevance of mechanical engineering to present-day and future society.…

Three evaluations were conducted to try to pinpoint the cause of the difficulties of a 23-year-old black male, who was highly gifted in mathematics but hampered by a second grade reading level, displayed difficulty in focusing his eyes together, spoke as if trying to avoid stuttering, and did not maintain eye contact. A neurological evaluation…

In response to the need for specialized French language skills among foreign students at France's prestigious engineering school, the Ecole Nationale de Lyon, an intensive language instruction program was developed. The 3-week program precedes the school year so that language immersion and orientation targeted to the particular student group can…

Data collected in the National Science Foundation's Survey of Graduate Science and Engineering (S/E) Students and Postdoctorates, fall 1987 are presented. The survey noted that foreign students account for about one seventh of all students enrolled in graduate S/E programs. Graduate S/E enrollment in all institutions is up 1% from the previous…

Data on 102 historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) collected through three annual surveys of academic science and engineering (S/E) resources are presented. Twenty-three tables are derived from: the Survey of Scientific and Engineering Expenditures at Universities and Colleges (tables 1-4); the Survey of Federal Support to…

The 12th Annual Survey of Graduate Science and Engineering Students and Postdoctorates requested data from all institutions of higher education in the United States in which there was at least one science or engineering program leading to a master's or doctoral degree, including medical schools and other components granting first-professional…

As part of an annual statewide evaluation process, quantitative information on community college programs is reviewed by the Maryland State Board for Community Colleges. Subsequently, in particular cases, a qualitative assessment is conducted by individual community colleges in response to specific questions raised by the Board. This report…

Provided is a listing of National Science Foundation (NSF) program grants and contracts awarded in Fiscal Year 1986. Data, current as of Feburary 13, 1987, are arranged as follows: (1) by state, with totals for each state (foreign countries are alphabetized with states); (2) by NSF Directorate, with award and dollar totals for each NSF…

This report presents conditional forecasts of the research talent required for the Canadian government's economic growth and research and development (R&D) targets. A number of alternative scenarios are also assessed. The study limits itself to postgraduate manpower in the natural sciences and engineering. Following an executive summary and…

Baseline data on engineering programs, faculty, and students in selected and rapidly developing engineering specialties are presented, based on a survey of engineering schools. The specialties of interest are: computers, materials, microelectronics, robotics, manufacturing, and biotechnology programs. National estimates are derived from the…