A demonstration used in a heat and material balances class that explains how a reusable heat pack works is described. An initial homework problem or exam question is provided with its solution. A discussion of the solution is included. (KR)

VITAL (Vision Impaired Task and Assignment Lexicon) is an integrated computerized system that performs workplace design tasks for visually impaired workers. VITAL consists of three modules: ergonomics consultation, disability index, and work measurement. Evaluation indicated that VITAL could be used as a tool to help nonprofessional vocational…

Describes an outreach program designed to expose high school students to cutting-edge science. High school students are provided with hands-on experience in molecular biology (polymerase chain reaction, restriction mapping, chromatography, gel electrophoresis, human DNA sequencing, etc.) and may have an opportunity to participate in the Human…

Describes the Meyerhoff Scholarship Program at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, that is designed to increase the number of African Americans, especially males, who enter and succeed in undergraduate, doctoral and professional programs. (PR)

Describes the interactions and applications of three models of learning: Bloom's taxonomy, the Jungian or Myers-Brigg's Typology, and William Perry's model of attitude toward learning. (PR)

Considers why college engineering programs might freeze out women while focusing on gendered learning styles and sources of advice. Recommends several changes in current engineering-education practice. Contains 41 references. (DDR)

Describes a course for talented high school students that focuses on DNA science and technology. Employs Cold Spring Harbor's DNA Science laboratory manual. Engages students in performing sickle-cell anemia and thalassemia tests in rabbits. (DDR)

Describes the use of a simple inexpensive model of a five-legged table in a physics course for industrial-design students to spark useful discussion about several aspects of statics. (WRM)

Presents a conceptual framework of positions on women in science, engineering, and technology (SET) designed to show a chronological progression of the main approaches to explaining women's underrepresentation in SET during the past 20 years. Describes the key findings of "Winning Women," a project designed to address the problem of…

Presents an assessment of 10 years' experience with the certificate course in English for Industry and Commerce offered by the Fachhochschule Munchen as an additional language qualification to its applied-science students. The Fachhochschule is an application-oriented university offering degree courses particularly in engineering, design, business…

"Microwave Workshop for Windows" consists of three programs that act as teaching aid and provide a circuit design utility within the field of microwave engineering. The first program is a computer representation of a graphical design tool; the second is an accurate visual and analytical representation of a microwave test bench; the third…

Outlines the basics of outcomes assessment, describes a format useful for assessment preparation, summarizes some lessons learned from a 1996 pilot visit conducted at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and discusses some consequences of outcomes assessment. (WRM)

Discusses recruiting and placement statistics for engineering program graduates for the 1998-1999 academic year. (WRM)

Examines possible general chemistry topics that would be most relevant and practical for engineering majors. Consults the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), engineering textbooks, texts from other required subjects, and practicing engineers for recommendations. (Contains 24 references.) (WRM)

Cooperation between university and industry for technology transfer is not only useful for industry but also for students. Describes ways in which students at the Fraunhofer Institute are involved in industrial partnerships and the benefits they gain from their experiences. (Author/WRM)