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Mayfield, Lewis G. – Engineering Education, 1987
Reviews the recent history of the National Science Foundation's funding of engineering research and the Engineering Research Center program. Discusses the selection, review and evaluation of centers. Criticizes the systems approach to engineering. Highlights the importance of engineering practice and the opportunities for research. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Engineering, Engineering Education, Financial Support
Jong, I. C.; Crook, C. W. – Engineering Education, 1990
The concept of displacement center for teaching the virtual work method in statistics is described. An analytical treatment of the displacement center is presented. An example which illustrates the essential elements of this concept is provided. (CW)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, College Science, Engineering Education, Engineers
Collins, Aaron – Engineering Education, 1990
Discussed are principles of quality control which may be applied to the process of education and to teaching. Suggestions for improving teaching and an example of this application are provided. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Educational Improvement, Engineering Education, Engineers
Burnet, George – Engineering Education, 1990
The advantages of using videoconferencing in engineering education are stressed. Discussed are technological change, engineering practice, faculty development, educational effectiveness, and teleconferencing vendors. An example of a campus-based teleconferencing service is cited. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Course Descriptions, Educational Improvement, Educational Technology
