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Considine, Tim – Trilogy, 1993
Discusses alternative transportation technological advances in speed, range, battery strategies, and safety facilitated by motor car racing. Presents a historical perspective of the development of steam, electric and gas-powered vehicles and modern versions of electric, and mixed power source cars being tested today. (MCO)
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Electric Motors, Engines, Environmental Education
Postel, Sandra – 1984
This book traces centuries of human use and abuse of forest ecosystems by discussing past decades of intense burning, grazing, and timber cutting that added to the natural acidification of the soil. Air pollutants and acids generated by industrial activities worldwide are also considered. Many forests in Europe and North America now receive as…
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Ecology, Environmental Education, Environmental Influences
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Ernst, Walter R. – Physics Teacher, 1975
Details construction of an electric car from salvage parts for about $1000. Lists experiments performed and offers suggestions in future electric car construction. (CP)
Descriptors: Auto Mechanics, College Science, Electricity, Higher Education
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Baker, Joe G.; Olsen, Kathryn – 1982
Employment in nuclear- and nuclear energy-related activities in 1981 was examined and compared to that in previous years. Survey instruments were returned by 784 establishments. Total 1981 nuclear-related employment was estimated to be 249,500--a growth of 22,600 (10%) workers over the 1977 total. Government-owned, contractor-operated (GOCO)…
Descriptors: Development, Employment Patterns, Employment Statistics, Engineers
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National Science Foundation, Washington, DC. Div. of Science Resources Studies. – 1981
Based upon the findings of a National Science Foundation (NSF) survey of 1980 Industrial Research and Development, this report presents highlights and summaries of statistical data for: (1) total research and development (R&D) funds for 1980; (2) R&D by source of funds; (3) R&D funds as a percent of net sales; (4) energy-related…
Descriptors: Energy, Engineers, Expenditures, Financial Support
Duke Power Company, Educational Services Dept., Charlotte, NC. – 1979
Following a test and answer sheet for pretesting/posttesting purposes related to the film "Raindrops" (focusing on the ecology of, and electric development along, the banks of North Carolina's Catawba River), seven activities are outlined as possibilities for helping students gain a fuller understanding of the river and its development.…
Descriptors: Ecology, Elementary Secondary Education, Environment, Environmental Education
John Deere Co., Moline, IL. – 1980
This manual on engines is one of a series of power mechanics texts and visual aids for training in servicing of farm and industrial machinery. (Automotive, truck, and bus applications are often covered as well.) Materials provide basic information and illustrations for use by vocational students and teachers as well as shop servicemen and laymen.…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Agricultural Engineering, Auto Mechanics, Engines
Kolat, Pavel; Noskievic, Pavel; Novacek, Alexej – 1998
This paper discusses the importance of energy and its association with the modern economy. Presently, 40% of Europe's electricity needs are based on coal. Preparing a clean energy technology requires improvements in conventional steam cycle technology. Education plays an important role in energy use, and universities need to organize education…
Descriptors: Chemical Engineering, Coal, Energy Education, Energy Management
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Henderson, Michael D.; Johnson, R. Curtis – Science Teacher, 1972
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Energy, Environmental Education, Physical Sciences
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Smith, Harry V. – Planning for Higher Education, 1982
The Mississippi County Community College large-scale energy experiment, featuring the emerging high technology of solar electricity, is described. The project includes a building designed for solar electricity and a power plant consisting of a total energy photovoltaic system, and features two experimental developments. (MLW)
Descriptors: Building Design, Building Innovation, College Buildings, Electrical Systems
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Science Technology & Human Values, 1980
Presents articles which survey the moral issues concerning benefit-cost analysis, future generations and energy policy; assess past and predict future public opinions regarding nuclear energy; and review the automobile's role in energy resource use. Contains reports concerning the growth of STS education and the AAAS professional ethics project.…
Descriptors: Energy, Environmental Education, Ethics, Interdisciplinary Approach
Dukert, Joseph M. – Man/Society/Technology, 1981
Discusses elements to be considered in planning for the future of American energy policy: new ways of applying energy, availability, sources, population growth, effects on agriculture, synthetic fuel, possibility of new technology, government involvement, worldwide events (political and natural), and capital investment. (CT)
Descriptors: Agricultural Trends, Energy, Energy Conservation, Futures (of Society)
Walker, Jearl – Scientific American, 1990
Discusses advantages of the Stirling engine. Describes the details of constructing one from common materials, and its use for studying thermodynamics. (YP)
Descriptors: Engines, Laboratory Experiments, Laboratory Procedures, Physics
Orsak, Charles G., Jr.; And Others – 1982
Instructor guides are provided for each of 11 courses in a 2-year associate degree program in solar technology. The semester-length solar courses are broken down into modules which correspond roughly to a 1- to 2-week block of instruction. Each guide presents a course description, course objectives, references for further information, and a…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Energy Conservation, Energy Occupations, Legal Problems
Lane Community Coll., Eugene, OR. – 1982
This packet of 13 learning modules on hydraulics is one of 20 such packets developed for apprenticeship training for stationary engineers. Introductory materials are a complete listing of all available modules and a supplementary reference list. Each module contains some or all of these components: goal, performance indicators, study guide (a…
Descriptors: Apprenticeships, Behavioral Objectives, Hydraulics, Individualized Instruction
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