Title :
The need for department policies regarding student computer usage in engineering and technology
Author :
Thomas, Charles R.
Author_Institution :
Purdue Univ., West Lafayette, IN, USA
Abstract :
A case is made for developing departmental policies for student literacy and usage of computers. It is noted that in today´s environment the appropriate way to fulfil desired comprehensive computer educational objectives spans a major portion of the curriculum in both engineering and technology. In addition, such policies avoid excessive task repetition in courses, while assuring the maintenance of overall program objectives. A summary of major computer-education objectives is provided. The impact on both faculty and facilities is considered
Keywords :
computer science education; educational computing; engineering computing; computer educational objectives; department policies; engineering; student computer usage; student literacy; technology; Computer aided manufacturing; Computer graphics; Computer interfaces; Computer languages; Computer networks; Educational technology; Microcomputers; Packaging; Programming profession; Software packages;
Conference_Titel :
Frontiers in Education Conference, 1991. Twenty-First Annual Conference. 'Engineering Education in a New World Order.' Proceedings.
Conference_Location :
West Lafayette, IN
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-0222-2
DOI :
10.1109/FIE.1991.187430
