The graduate of the Gasfitter apprenticeship program is a certified journeyperson who will be able to: (1) apply the standards and regulations of natural and LP gas in order to provide the maximum of safety; (2) know the characteristics and proper use of each product; (3) be able to install and maintain pipe systems, appliances and equipment using…

Examines the relationship between the process of obsolescence and different career patterns. (Author)

A study of why 52 highly skilled technical contractors accepted contingent employment found that contracting paid better than permanent employment. However, they felt anxiety and estrangement; networks were developed to address needs such as training. Highly skilled contingent workers form a triad with employing companies and intermediaries such…

Today's hyper-connected students live in a world of instant interpersonal communications and virtually infinite access to information and educational resources. But this networked world, and the powerful learning tools it offers, has yet to penetrate the typical classroom. In many ways educational institutions are spinning their curricular wheels,…

Three work sample tasks--a logical contouring problem, a "pull-up" from an aerial photograph, and a geometric restitution task--for use in predicting job performance of the Cartographic Technician are provided. (For related documents, see TM 001 408, 463, 465, 466.) (DB)

How a computer component manufacturer makes videotape training pay.'' (Editor)

For technical workers who are valuable employees but not interested in managerial positions, multiple career paths offer a choice of three to five career tracks and lateral as well as vertical career opportunities. Keys to success include rigorous selection criteria and comparable recognition methods. (SK)

A survey of 256 members of a science institute found that those who aspire to management tend to be more motivated by power, influence, upward mobility, security, respect, and the need for dominance. Some of these qualities describe persons willing to make decisions, influence others, and deal with interpersonal issues. Current managers and…

This report of the National Science Board (Board) lays out the findings and recommendations for the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support innovations in engineering education programs. The Board, established by Congress in 1950, provides oversight for, and establishes the policies of, NSF. In March 2005, the Board undertook an examination…

This article discusses a collaborative program between schools with the purpose of training and providing advanced education in welding. Modern manufacturing is turning to automation to increase productivity, but it can be a great challenge to program robots and other computer-controlled welding and joining systems. Computer programming and…

Math-education reformers encourage the incorporation of mathematical modeling activities into K-12 curricula. Many of the purported educational benefits derive from the authenticity of the activities-how well they reflect the everyday and occupational mathematical practices of adults. But a paucity in the literature of observational descriptions…

This article explores how contemporary professional associations employ discourses of knowledge as a means of promoting professionalism. By analysing policy documents from the Norwegian associations for teachers, nurses, engineers and accountants, we reveal dominant knowledge discourses and discuss how they serve to position the associations in…

As President Obama said in advance remarks about the American Graduation Initiative: "[T]he hard truth is that some of the jobs that have been lost in the auto industry and elsewhere won't be coming back. And that only underscores the importance of generating new businesses and industries to replace the ones we've lost, and of preparing our…

A preliminary Personal History Questionnaire used in obtaining information from all Cartographic Technicians in Federal service in August 1968 (about 1,500) is provided. The questions in the questionnaire cover a variety of areas, including a 130-item task list. (For related documents, see TM 001 408, 463, 464, 466.) (DB)

Discusses the problems of technicians in making the transition to a training position. Describes development of a personal philosophy for technical training. (CH)