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)

Reports on a project coordinated by the Association for Science Education (ASE) to define occupational standards and roles for technicians in schools and colleges. Lists mandatory units for each of three levels, focusing on both the explicit and the less obvious roles of technicians. (AIM)

A study examined mentoring as a means of furthering the career development of managers, technicians, and highly skilled workers employed by Motorola Incorporated, which has had a formal mentoring program in operation since 1980. Senior managers and new employees who were paired in Motorola's mentoring program were surveyed to determine their…

Using 1972 statistics, examines the following job characteristics of chemists, chemical engineers, and other technical professionals: type of job, tenure in 1972 jobs, status prior to obtaining those jobs, tendency to hold a second job, and basic salary level in the primary job. (MLH)

According to a recent government survey, employment in privately-owned atomic energy facilities now exceeds employment in government facilities. In this field, engineers, scientists, technicians, and craft workers account for the highest proportion of total employment. (MW)

Designed for those who are concerned with gathering job performance information, this manual presents methodology and techniques used to analyze jobs and to record the analysis. Chapter 1, an introduction, discusses briefly the uses of job analyses in trade and technical course construction and instructional materials development, in career…

This program planning guide for a two-year postsecondary nuclear reactor (plant) operator trainee program is designed for use with courses 1-16 of thirty-five in the Nuclear Technology Series. The purpose of the guide is to describe the nuclear power field and its job categories for specialists, technicians and operators; and to assist planners,…

This program planning guide for a two-year postsecondary nuclear materials processing technician program is designed for use with courses 23-25 of thirty-five in the Nuclear Technology Series. The purpose of the guide is to describe the nuclear power field and its job categories for specialists, technicians and operators; and to assist planners,…