In no previous period has there been the emphasis placed on guidance and understanding of the individual's needs and capabilities as there is today. This document was prepared to identify the guidance function of industrial arts and present information that will assist the teacher in this area of the program. Guidance in industrial arts provides educational, social, and occupational information and meaningful tryout activities for children, youth, and adults in an effort to help them assume self-directive attitudes. Topics on which information is provided include: (1) the school guidance program, (2) teacher involvement, (3) guidance material selection, (4) occupational education, (5) studying occupations, and (6) career guidance techniques. Selected bibliographical references provide additional data on guidance and its function. (Author/SN)