Describes mathematics of the nonliner relationships between a constant-speed, capstan-driven magnetic tape transport mechanism and a constant-angular-velocity take-up reel. The relationship, derived from the sum of a partial, serves in recognition of a finite tape. Thickness can serve as an example of rotational kinematics. (Author/SK)

Discusses use of computers in Electrical Engineering (EE) at Virginia Polytechnic Institute. Topics include: departmental background, level of computing power using large scale systems, mini and microcomputers, use of digital logic trainers and analog/hybrid computers, comments on integrating computers into EE curricula, and computer use in…

Outlined is a 16-week political science course designed for students in engineering, the sciences, and humanities. The course focuses on the influence of science and technology on contemporary politics. Reading assignments, weekly topics, and course requirements are listed. (DC)

Announces the availability of grants from the National Bureau of Standards for the compilation of reliable reference data and the weeding out of faulty data. The grants are in response to the demand for data in all areas of science and technology. (Author/SA)

Reviews various factors related to women in technology, including recruitment procedures, student background, retention problems, and the role of the Open University. (SK)

An approach to the teaching of steady-state recycle calculations is presented. Included are the solutions to two sample problems. (BB)

A curriculum research and development project is described. The project, sponsored by the U.S. Office of Education, is intended to develop and test a curriculum for training energy conservation and use technicians. (BB)

A program is described which helps to introduce guidance counselors to technical career opportunities for women. (BB)

Recommended as a means for reducing human stress and errors in the work place, task analysis can be used to assist in decision making and provide a detailed inquiry into the actions that need to be taken in the performance of a specific job or task. (MER)

Presents a partial history of the dilemma over the registration issue for engineering technologists. Defines engineering technology and engineering and suggests procedures that might be followed by the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) to help resolve the registration problem. (GS)

Outlines steps to follow and recommends special features when selecting equipment for an engineering computer graphics laboratory. Expansion features are also discussed. Provides a systems checklist for software and hardware. (CS)

Some ways to link calculus instruction with the mathematical models used in physics courses are presented. The activity of modelling is presented as a major tool in synchronizing physics and mathematics instruction in undergraduate engineering programs. (MP)

Describes the NSF's "Science and Engineering Education for the 1980s and Beyond" report which concludes that the USA is lacking in scientific and technical knowledge and understanding. Also includes the report's suggestions for providing better support for teachers, integrated science and engineering educational systems, and organized…

Contending that the primary purpose of engineering ethics courses is to promote moral autonomy, rather than merely to cultivate proper standards of conduct, the author examines what such courses can accomplish. (Author/WB)

Classical queuing theories and their accompanying service facilities totally disregard the human factors in the name of efficiency. As library managers we need to be more responsive to human needs in the design of service points and make every effort to minimize queuing and queue frustration. Five references are listed. (Author/RAA)