Under the general title of "Vocational Education's Role in Military Preparedness," two study tours examined existing relationships between vocational education organizations and elements of the defense establishment. Emphasis was placed on the benefits that could result from collaboration between the vocational education and military sectors as a contribution to defense preparations. The first study tour was held in cooperation with Olympic College, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, and Fort Steilacoom Community College. The second tour was carried out in cooperation with the Fort Bragg Army Post, Fayetteville Technical Institute, Central Texas College, Central Carolina Technical College, and the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. This report highlights portions of each of the expert presentations made at the study tours and other related discussions concerning defense preparedness. (KC)