Showing papers on "Engineering education published in 1975"
TL;DR: In this article, the authors discuss the crisis in the university and the need for change in higher education, and present a solution to this crisis: European Journal of Engineering Education: Vol. 1, No.
Abstract: (1975). CRISIS IN THE UNIVERSITY. European Journal of Engineering Education: Vol. 1, No. 1, pp. 20-26.
52 citations
TL;DR: The Model Curricula Subcommittee of the IEEE Computer Society Education Committee was formed some 16 months ago to develop an IEEE Computer society-sanctioned four-year curriculum in computer science and engineering to be used by colleges and universities beginning instruction in this discipline, and by many institutions with existing programs.
Abstract: The Model Curricula Subcommittee of the IEEE Computer Society Education Committee was formed some 16 months ago to develop an IEEE Computer Society-sanctioned four-year curriculum in computer science and engineering to be used by colleges and universities beginning instruction in this discipline, and by many institutions with existing programs. To date, the subcommittee has concerned itself with the four-year BS degree in computer science and engineering. The subcommittee members are Michael C. Mulder (subcommittee chairman), Bonneville Power Administration; Taylor Booth, University of Connecticut; C. L. Coates, Purdue University; George Davida, University of Wisconsin ( Milwaukee); Alvin Despain, Utah State University; Oscar Garcia, University of South Florida; Harvey Garner, University of Pennsylvania; Sakti Ghosh, IBM San Jose; Herb Hellerman, SUNY Binghamton; Ronald Hoelzeman, University of Pittsburgh; Richard Kopka, U. S. Air Force Academy; David Pessel, University of Rochester; C. V. Ramamoorthy, UC Berkeley; David Rine, West Virginia University.
25 citations
TL;DR: Results of a Biomedical Engineering Educational Questionnaire, which was sent to 222 engineering schools, are analyzed and a summary directory is presented.
Abstract: Results of a Biomedical Engineering Educational Questionnaire, which was sent to 222 engineering schools, are analyzed and a summary directory is presented. Of the schools queried, 121 had degrees or programs in Biomedical Engineering, and 49 schools awarded degrees; 38 awarded Ph.D. degrees, 37 awarded M.S. degrees, and 25 awarded B.S. degrees. Options or programs in Biomedical Engineering were available in 88 schools in which the student received some other engineering degree. No degrees or programs were available at 76 schools, and 25 did not reply. The student enrollment for the 1973 fall semester was 3,769, and the total number of graduates since 1965 was 2,889. Current enrollment by degree is 1,530 for the B.S., 1,306 for the M.S., and 933 for the Ph.D. Degrees awarded since 1965 were 574 for the B.S., 1,424 for the M.S., and 891 for the Ph.D.
15 citations
TL;DR: In this article, the authors take a critical look at the present state of mathematical education of engineers and suggest the improvements needed and propose ways in which these can be implemented, and discuss the problems in implementing such a course.
Abstract: This paper takes a critical look at the present state of mathematical education of engineers. It then suggests the improvements needed and proposes ways in which these can be implemented. In this part of the paper, attention is concentrated on identifying the problems and outlining a course developed by the authors in an attempt to meet the criteria for improvement. The paper is concluded by an examination of the refinements needed in this course to fully meet the required objectives. In Part II the problems in implementing such a course are discussed and examples given of the integrated approach it employs. Finally, developments to the course are suggested.
15 citations
TL;DR: As a part of a major curriculum study undertaken by the IEEE Computer Society Education Committee in the fall of 1974, a subcommittee surveyed existing curriculum and equipment in both computer science and electrical engineering departments to assess the current situation.
Abstract: As a part of a major curriculum study undertaken by the IEEE Computer Society Education Committee in the fall of 1974, a subcommittee surveyed existing curriculum and equipment in both computer science and electrical engineering departments to assess the current situation. The survey was also intended to update the COSINE survey of electrical engineering departments conducted in the fall of 1972. 1
9 citations
TL;DR: Expanded and successful use of clinical engineers in health care institutions, the development of relevant educational curricula and a continuum of medical engineering education, as well as early involvement of biomedical engineering in the planning of health care delivery at Federal, State and district levels, could expedite the engineering medical interaction.
Abstract: Although we have heard a great deal about the potential of biomedical engineering in health care, utilization of engineering and technology in the health care field has not progressed as expected. Reasons for this situation are presented and they include the points of view in industry, engineering and the medical community. Expanded and successful use of clinical engineers in health care institutions, the development of relevant educational curricula and a continuum of medical engineering education, as well as early involvement of biomedical engineering in the planning of health care delivery at Federal, State and district levels, could expedite the engineering medical interaction.
01 Aug 1975
TL;DR: In this paper, four professional groups, teachers, doctors, lawyers, and engineers, were examined to determine if they constitute a potential market for continuing professional education via large scale electronic technology, and data were collected in view of social and economic forces, such as mandatory periodic relicensure, additional course requirements for certification, or the economic health of supporting industries.
Abstract: Four professional groups, teachers, doctors, lawyers, and engineers were examined to determine if they constitute a potential market for continuing professional education via large scale electronic technology. Data were collected in view of social and economic forces, such as mandatory periodic relicensure, additional course requirements for certification, or the economic health of supporting industries.
TL;DR: In this article, the power industry is urged to show concern for engineering and engineering technology education, career guidance for young people and proper utilization of manpower, and make suggestions for required courses in electric power at the undergraduate level; and for those subjects which are considered important in graduate schools.
Abstract: Forces that influenced engineering education are briefly discussed to demonstrate their effect on electric power engineering courses. Estimates of manpower needs for the power industry in the next decade are presented realistically. Observations about the sources from whence these men and women will come are made. Finally some suggestions are given for required courses in electric power at the undergraduate level; and for those subjects which are considered important in graduate schools. The power industry is urged to show concern for engineering and engineering technology education, career guidance for young people and proper utilization of manpower.
TL;DR: A digital systems laboratory in the Electrical Engineering Department at CMU that implements a learning-by-doing philosophy in the computer engineering area is described.
Abstract: "Learning by doing" has been a strong tradition at Carnegie-Mellon University In addition to the usual class discussion periods, students at CMU are asked to devote a considerable amount of time to project work, especialy including laboratory projects Solving practical, applied problems that go beyond the range of classroom or laboratory exercises is an important component of students' education -that will better prepare them for both industrial and academic careers This article describes a digital systems laboratory in the Electrical Engineering Department at CMU that implements such a learning-by-doing philosophy in the computer engineering area
TL;DR: The organization and operation of the internship program are presented, and the essential features leading to its success are analyzed.
Abstract: This paper describes the development of an internship program between St. Vincent Hospital (SVH), a large community teaching hospital, and Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), a school of engineering. The primary objective of the internship program is the education of the student through problem solving in the hospital environment under close faculty-physician supervision. WPI receives an expanded educational base, and SVH receives a diversified base of technical assistance. During the last three years of operation 70 students, 12 faculty, and 15 hospital project advisors have worked together on 29 different student projects. The organization and operation of the internship program are presented, and the essential features leading to its success are analyzed.
TL;DR: In this article, a feasible system of criteria for identifying schools which have developed substantial electric power engineering programs is presented, and recommendations are made for refining and extending the concept to establish an official list of outstanding electric power education curricula.
Abstract: This paper utilizes data from the PEEC 1971-72 Survey and other related information to demonstrate a feasible system of criteria for identifying schools which have developed substantial electric power engineering programs. Recommendations are made for refining and extending the concept to establish an official list of outstanding electric power engineering curricula. A proposal is also made that the Power Engineering Education Committee of the Power Engineering Society should establish a sub-committee to periodically name a limited number of schools which have developed outstanding power programs.
01 Nov 1975
TL;DR: It was concluded that simulations of equipment on an interactive general-purpose computer terminal, such as the PLATO IV, are practical and could provide an alternative to the purchase of special training equipments.
Abstract: : The research examined a computer-based simulation of operational equipment as a potentially cost-effective training mode. CAI materials simulating use of the Simpson 260-1 multimeter were presented to experimental students at PLATO IV terminals where the frontal topography and external operations of the multimeter were simulated by computer graphics. Control students learned the material from self-paced module booklets. Comparisons of the two groups revealed no significant difference in written or performance tests, but experimental students spent more time in training. It was concluded that simulations of equipment on an interactive general-purpose computer terminal, such as the PLATO IV, are practical and could provide an alternative to the purchase of special training equipments.
01 Jun 1975
TL;DR: For fifty-two years the Advanced Course or "ABC" Cdurse has been generating engineering leaders for GE as discussed by the authors, which was designed to bridge the gap between college and industry, and emphasizes the solution of real engineering problems.
Abstract: For fifty-two years the in-house Advanced'Course or "ABC" Cdurse has been generating engineering leaders for GE. The three-ye'ar program was designed to bridge the gap between college and industry, and. emphasizes the solution of real engineering problems. Recently the teaching r. job has been shared by nine universities, who have.gtanted 277 masters and 51 doctoral degrees to program' graduates.