Since occupational stability factors are integral to career decision-making processes for students, a study was made to seek information pertaining to occupational stability factors for technicians. Two assumptions made in the study were that inadequate counseling, due to insufficient knowledge about technical education, and an unrealistic…

Forty-five job descriptions relating to the cable television industry are stated in terms of duties and responsibilities, experience, requirements, and educational requirements in order to lessen the wide disparity within the industry concerning requirements for engineering, technical, and owner/operator work. The job descriptions are not offered…

Discusses the increased demand for scientists and engineers through this year (1978) according to a survey of demand for technical talent. (HM)

An attempt to determine the reasons for substandard wastewater treatment plant performance is made. Recommendations include a change in existing operator training methods. (MR)

Describes academic qualification for technician engineers and technicians, and briefly considers their duties and the opportunities available to them. (PR)

Answers questions about the field of technical writing, especially in the computer industry. Explains what "software" and "software documentation" are, what the "software documentation specialist" (technical writer) does, and how to prepare for such a job. (FL)

What will life be like for occupational education graduates in the next century? This article offers a provocative look at the life of James Jones, a hypothetical twenty-first-century worker whose horizons extend to outer space and inner consciousness. (CT)

Reviews test manuals to demonstrate to counselors the extent of the problem of unevenly developed preferences between the sexes for different activities. To show the outcome of these discrepant interests, labor market statistics on occupational choice are presented. (Author)

Discusses the tenure evaluation guidelines developed by the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT). Expresses concern over the widening split between theater technologists and the actors, directors, and designers they support. (MM)

A survey questionnaire followed by an interview was used to assess the work attitudes of 25 civilian technical employees toward their employers in a military setting over 2 years. Results showed a general distrust of management and counselors in the personnel office. (Author/TE)

Examines diversity from several perspectives: economics, corporations, education, and technology. Advocates assessment of what is taught and how it is taught and suggests a more inclusive curriculum. (SK)

AT&T Bell Laboratories prepares technical professionals in a two-day program, "Working Effectively in the International Marketplace." The training addresses unique needs of technical professionals by using experts, unthreatening experiential activities, varied formats, challenging material, and sharing of technical experiences. (SK)

For vocational education to be economically and socially vital, it must focus on subject matter integration, private sector collaboration, and preparation for high-skill and technical careers. (SK)