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Cuppari, A.; Rinaudo, G.; Robutti, O.; Violino, P. – Physics Education, 1997
Suggests that the basic concepts of quantum mechanics can be introduced at the high school level by considering the action of classical mechanics, then introducing Planck's constant as the granularity of that action. Uses the periodic motion of a spring as a practical example. (AIM)
Descriptors: Energy, High Schools, Kinetics, Motion
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Malone, Jim; Holzwarth, Dave – Physics Teacher, 1995
Describes the use of a laboratory-based exam in mechanics that makes students use metersticks, stopwatches, and spring scales to examine physical situations, make some calculations to predict what will happen, and then test their predictions. Includes a description of the lab stations for the actual exam. (JRH)
Descriptors: Hands on Science, Higher Education, Mechanics (Physics), Physics
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Bar, Varda – Physics Education, 1989
Investigates whether elementary children can compare forces by comparing numbers of weights used in spring and balance problems. Reports that children did not identify weight and force, but they were able to use the ratio between the numbers of weights to compare forces. Suggests some instructional methods based on the findings. (YP)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Concept Teaching, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science
American School Board Journal, 1981
Preventive school bus maintenance to reduce long-term costs should include daily visual inspections by drivers, frequent checks by mechanics, and comprehensive inspections every 5,000 miles. Mechanics recommend checking tail lights, batteries, brakes, lug nuts, leaf springs, tail pipes, and exhaust pipe hangers. (RW)
Descriptors: Auto Mechanics, Elementary Secondary Education, Equipment Maintenance, Inspection
Vlacich, Robert K. – ProQuest LLC, 2017
The purpose of this study was to identify what essential elements contribute to success on the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Student Certification Exam. More specifically, variables such as the students' performance in major specific courses, placement exam scores, work experience, or preadmission experiences were considered. Research on the…
Descriptors: Auto Mechanics, Licensing Examinations (Professions), Success, Predictor Variables
Arinstein, A.; Gitterman, M. – European Journal of Physics, 2008
We analyse the stability of the spring inverted pendulum with the vertical oscillations of the suspension point. An important factor in the stability analysis is the interaction between radial and oscillating modes. In addition to the small oscillations near the upper position, the nonlinearity of the problem leads to the appearance of limit-cycle…
Descriptors: Laboratory Equipment, Science Instruction, Science Experiments, Mechanics (Physics)
Carter, Thomas G., Sr. – 1974
Several intermediate performance objectives and corresponding criterion measures are listed for each of 14 terminal objectives for a basic automotive mechanics course. The materials were developed for a two-semester course (2 hours daily) designed to provide training in the basic fundamentals in diagnosis and repair including cooling system and…
Descriptors: Auto Mechanics, Behavioral Objectives, Criterion Referenced Tests, Curriculum Guides
Missouri State Dept. of Elementary and Secondary Education, Jefferson City. – 2000
This assessment sample provides information on the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) for grade 10 science. The sample consists of six items taken from the test booklet and scoring guides for the six items. The items assess ecosystems, mechanics, and data analysis. (MM)
Descriptors: Answer Keys, Data Analysis, Ecology, Evaluation
Bobnar, Jaka; Susman, Katarina; Parsegian, V. Adrian; Rand, Peter R.; Cepic, Mojca; Podgornik, Rudolf – European Journal of Physics, 2011
An anchored elastic filament (Euler strut) under an external point load applied to its free end is a simple model for a second-order phase transition. In the static case, a load greater than the critical load causes a Euler buckling instability, leading to a change in the filament's shape. The analysis of filament dynamics with an external point…
Descriptors: Mechanics (Physics), Science Instruction, Scientific Concepts, Science Experiments
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Gottlieb, Herbert H., Ed. – Physics Teacher, 1981
Describes a set of equipment which can be mounted on magnetic chalkboards or other ferromagnetic surfaces, useful for both experiments and demonstrations in mechanics, including center of mass experiments, and force vector experiments using string, spring scales, weights, and pulleys. (SK)
Descriptors: Chalkboards, College Science, Demonstrations (Educational), Display Aids
Stolarski, Richard S. – Scientific American, 1988
Discusses the Airborne Antarctic Ozone Experiment (1987) and the findings of the British Antarctic Survey (1985). Proposes two theories for the appearance of the hole in the ozone layer over Antarctica which appears each spring; air pollution and natural atmospheric shifts. Illustrates the mechanics of both. Supports worldwide chlorofluorocarbon…
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Chemistry, Climate, Earth Science
Grant, Lee P.; And Others – 1974
The document provides 17 outlines of brief instructional units in mechanics, which are intended for incorporation into an existing program of study in ornamental horticulture at the secondary or postsecondary level. To facilitate the flexible use of the outlines, a grid is presented on which seven occupational areas (such as aboriculture,…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Course Content, Curriculum Guides, Mechanical Equipment
Woodward, Robert L.; Myers, Norman L. – 1970
The instructional units and related materials in this guide are designed to assist in the preparation of courses of study/instruction in (1) power mechanics specifically, (2) power mechanics which serve as introductory courses in other areas of industrial arts, and (3) automotive mechanics which also cover the broader aspects of power mechanics.…
Descriptors: Curriculum Guides, Industrial Arts, Industry, Instructional Materials
Kewei, Li; Jiahuang, Lin; Yang, Kang Zi; Liang, Samuel Yee Wei; Juan, Jeremias Wong Say – European Journal of Physics, 2011
The International Young Physicists' Tournament (IYPT) is a worldwide, annual competition for high school students. This paper is adapted from the winning solution to Problem 14, Magnetic Spring, as presented in the final round of the 23rd IYPT in Vienna, Austria. Two magnets were arranged on top of each other on a common axis. One was fixed, while…
Descriptors: Magnets, Motion, Mechanics (Physics), Science Instruction
de Leon, Fred, Jr. – 1981
This seven-part report describes the objectives and outcomes of the Supportive Services for Women Program (SSWP) which operated at Oxnard College between October 1980 and June 1981. After Part I provides introductory material on the need for and genesis of the program, Part II outlines the SSWP's dual goals: to meet the vocational training needs…
Descriptors: Affirmative Action, Community Colleges, Economically Disadvantaged, Females