Examines what industry needs from engineering education by considering: (1) technology and the marketplace; (2) what industry expects of new graduates; (3) current gaps in the engineering curriculum; and (4) industry's needs for continuing education. (JN)

Describes how to establish and operate a Teaching Company program, highlighting the required interaction between industry and university. Also gives examples of present and past Teaching Company programs in Great Britain and Wales. (Author/JN)

After 34 years in academic life, the author changed careers and is currently employed by a major corporation. Personal comments on differences between academic and corporate life are provided, including the nature of work planning between the two environments. (JN)

Describes how and when to teach separation science to chemical engineering students. Separation science is important for industrial businesses involving the manufacture of adsorption systems, distillation columns, extractors, and other separation equipment and techniques. (Contains 13 references.) (YDS)

Of all professions, engineering is ranked near the bottom in the UK in terms of the proportion of female applicants for university places, so the engineering industry is missing out on some of the best young talent available. Despite initiatives to increase the number of women entering engineering, there has been little change over the last…

Engineers in industry were surveyed to identify what they think are important skills to emphasize in the general engineering curriculum. Results, based on 62 questionnaires (100 were mailed), are presented and discussed. One finding is that industry highly values reasoning and communication skills in addition to engineering skills. (JN)

Examines what higher educational institutions and education programs in industry provide as international training, focusing on the situation in Switzerland. Also provides information on what the International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experiences is doing for engineering students worldwide. (JN)

Reviews job prospects for electrical/electronic E/E engineers, indicating that 1985 was not a banner year due to problems in the semiconductor manufacturing industries and in telecommunications. Also indicates that an upturn is expected for 1986 E/E graduates. (JN)

Transferring capable innovative engineers from one environment to another invariably results in technology transfer. Whether or not the technology transfer is effective depends upon a number of factors. Two of these factors are discussed, developing the engineering talent required and providing an environment that encourages technology transfer.…

Describes the 1973 employment situation for chemists and chemical engineers. Indicates that chemistry in all its various facets continues to be a promising and rewarding field although there are no longer any easy pickings. (CC)

Engineering student teams from Worcester Polytechnic Institute complete projects proposed by Norton Company and are advised by faculty and employees. Unlike cooperative education, the projects satisfy degree requirements, and students are not paid by the company. (SK)

Discusses the history of engineering education and engineering as a profession in Finland. Assesses the role of formally trained engineers in past and present Finnish industry. (Author/CCM)

"Teaching in the Factory" involved teams of engineering students in working on projects in a real factory at various stages of their education. Technical knowledge, team skills, and real-world experience were enhanced. Finding appropriate projects and enlisting industry cooperation were challenges for the faculty. (SK)

This paper discusses the changes to engineering education introduced through the accelerated engineering-related industrial growth in Asian and other developing countries. While the demand for engineering services is increasing, these nations educate a large number of engineers themselves and many are providing lower-cost alternatives for…

Presents an overview of the field of industrial microbiology, providing historical backgrounds of scientific discoveries in the field and descriptions of industrially important microorganisms. Applied research in industry is also detailed, with mention of gene amplification, DNA recombination, pharmaceutical approaches, and detoxification and…