A concept of transportation as purposeful activities and experiences of a manipulative nature is the real key in meeting the objectives of an industrial arts program based on technology. (GR)

Describes the discipline approach as a potential solution to the problem of developing content and method for industrial arts transportation technology. (GR)

Describes a pilot course designed to provide advanced undergraduate science students with an opportunity to explore the way in which several fields of science and technology interface with society at large. Interests and aptitudes for career work in the science-society interface area are also explored. (Author/TS)

Principles of Technology is an interdisciplinary course with a hands-on approach based on Unified Technical Concepts. Adaptable for all levels of students, it provides a means of integrating academic and vocational education. (SK)

Describes the new physics courses, and course combinations with physics, that were introduced after 1973, and are being offered in addition to the existing four-year sandwich course in applied physics. (GA)

Describes a PMC college course which is an introduction to technology and its impact upon society for non-scientists. Case studies of computer technology, pollution, communications, and other systems are used to bring into perspective the roles and responsibilities of the engineer and scientist in today's society. (Author/TS)

Describes a course at Kansas State University intended to bring together students of all disciplines for intensive discussion of technology and society. (Author/TS)

Describes an activities approach to the Man-Made World that is organized as a series of mini-courses to enable disadvantaged and unmotivated students to achieve a degree of technological literacy. (GS)

Discusses issues and strategies related to developing courses and materials that will help nonengineering students develop an understanding of the technological process. A description of a course suitable for both liberal arts and engineering students (which focuses on the analysis of a newsworthy technological issue) is provided as an example.…

Describes the development of new engineering course offerings for non-engineering students. Six topics are considered of current importance and probable interest to non-technical students: technology, transportation, information, energy, environment, and urban problems. (TS)

Describes a course in applied physics with solid state electronics, aimed at providing a continuing broad background in general physics while allowing for the gradual development of an emphasis on applications, engineering expertise, and relevant industrial experience. (Author/GA)

This ccourse for non-engineers is designed to lead the student through an awareness of the many areas in which technological advances affect his daily life to the recognition of the broader social implications of that same technology. (Author/TS)

Discusses aims and objectives of the "Modular Courses in Technology" project. Project aims include developing intellectual ability in a technological context and practical technological skills. Modules, module format, different approaches in forming examination syllabi, and other areas are considered. (JN)