CAREER-TECH BUYER'S GUIDE 2001.Your Directory to Companies That Serve the Career and Technical Education MarketAdministrative Resources Administrative resource is the ability of political candidates (and parties) to use their official positions or connections to government institutions to influence the outcome of elections. ... Assessment Materials ... Career Guidance ... Cosmetology cos·me·tol·o·gy n. The study or art of cosmetics and their use. [French cosmétologie : cosmétique, cosmetic; see cosmetic + -logie, -logy. ... Computers ... Labs Systems ... Furniture ... family and Consumer Sciences ... School-to-Careers ... Textbooks ... A New Way Co Shop We're pleased to present our annual Buyer's Guide. Inside you'll find a directory of vendors to the career and technical education market listed by category--from administrative resources to tools. (Some companies are listed in more than one category.) This guide is designed to easily be pulled out of this issue of Techniques so you can refer to it all year long. Also be sure to check our Web site, www.acteonline.org, for frequent updates to the company directory. Thanks to all the companies that support Techniques and the Association for Career and Technical Education. Administrative Resources CrossTec Corporation Rick Shultz 500 NE Spanish River Spanish River A river, about 241 km (150 mi) long, of southern Ontario, Canada, flowing generally south to Lake Huron. Blvd. #201 Boca Raton Boca Raton (bō`kə rətōn`), city (1990 pop. 61,492), Palm Beach co., SE Fla., on the Atlantic; inc. 1925. Boca Raton is a popular resort and retirement community that experienced significant industrial development in the 1970s and 80s. , FL 33431 USA (561) 391-6560 Fax: (561) 391-5820 www.crossteccorp.com CrossTec Corporation is pleased to announce the release of feature-rich NetOp School v2.0, which puts teacher and corporate trainers A corporate trainer is a specialized skill development position in a corporation where the goal is to help improve the "soft skills" or "people skills" of the workers in the corporation. center stage in networked classrooms or Internet-based virtual classrooms. This newest generation of classroom management software facilitates seamless transitions, from teaching to groups to interactive one-on-one instruction, and ensures that the teacher is in full control of classroom technology at all times. Visit www.crossteccorp.com for complete details. SMS-Sooner Micro Systems Larry Poor PO Box 470666 Tulsa, OK 74147-0666 USA (800) 324-9393 Fax: (918) 665-1999 www.soonermicro.com Assessment The Conover Company Terry Schmitz 2926 Hidden Hollow Oshkosh, WI 54904 USA (920) 231-4667 Fax: (920) 231-4809 www.conovercompany.com Diploma Technologies Robert Lehr 611 Market Street, Suite 9 Kirkland, WA 98033 USA (425) 576-0313 Fax: (425) 576-1813 www.diplomatech.com National Career Assessment Services, Inc.[TM] Customer Service 601 Visions Parkway PO Box 277 Adel, IA 50003 USA (800) 314-8972 Fax: (515) 993-5422 www.ncasi.com / www.kuder.com Valpar International Corporation Neal Gunderson PO Box 5767 Tucson, AZ 85703 USA (800) 633-3321 Fax: (262) 797-8488 www.valparint.com VALPAR, the leader in work related assessment, offers a variety of tools that are quick, easy, comprehensive and economical. Experience real time on-line assessment surveys. Internet connected The Internet Connect program in Mac OS X serves to allow the user to activate dial-up connections to the Internet via an ISP or VPN. It also provides a simple way to connect to an AirPort Network. , live action video motivates students to achieve. For more information, visit our website at www.valparint.com or call us at (800) 633-3321. The National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI See aptitude tests. ) Daniel R. Cleveland 500 North Bronson Ave. Big Rapids Big Rapids, city (1990 pop. 12,603), seat of Mecosta co., W central Mich., at the falls of the Muskegon River; inc. 1869. Agriculture and light manufacturing predominate, and Big Rapids serves as a shipping point for the region's grains. , MI 49307 (231) 796-4695 Fax: (231) 796-4696 www.nocti.org TrainWorks International, Inc. Paul Murphy Paul Murphy could refer to:
With SkillsPlus you can track the skills attainment records of a single student, or a whole class - easily and effectively. Manage student competency records across multiple classes and from year-to-year. Cross-reference your skills-based curriculum to academic requirements and state and industry standards. Produce customized reports, detailed student portfolios, skills gap analysis, and certificates of achievement. Stand alone, networked and web-based solutions available. Vocational Research Institute (VRI VRI Vacation Register International VRI Video Relay Interpreting VRI Vehicle Research Institute (Western Washington University, Bellingham, Washington) VRI Venture Research Institute (Lake Forest, California) ) Eric S. David 1528 Walnut Street A number of streets are named Walnut Street:
Automotive Technology Noun 1. automotive technology - the activity of designing and constructing automobiles automotive engineering engineering, technology - the practical application of science to commerce or industry Automotive Youth Educational Systems Don Gray 2701 Troy Center Dr., Suite 450 Troy, MI 48084 248-273-1200 Fax: 248-273-1201 www.autoyes.com Land & Sea, Inc. PO Box 96 N. Salem, NH 03073 USA (603) 329-5645 Fax: (603) 329-5036 www.land-and-sea.com NATEF NATEF National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation Shannon Vizzini 13505 Dulles Technology Drive, Suite 2 Herndon, VA 20171-3421 USA (703) 713-0100 Fax: (703) 713-3919 www.natef.org Toyota Motor Sales USA Inc. Toyota Technical Educational Network Rick Lester 19001 SouthWestern Ave. Torrance, CA 90509-2991 (310) 974-5515 (310) 381-5194 www.t-ten.com Business Education NOVA Southeastern University History Originally named Nova University of Advanced Technology,[7] the university was chartered by the state of Florida in 1964[8][9] as a graduate institution in the physical and social sciences. Dr. Ross Moreton 1750 NE 167th Street North Miami Beach North Miami Beach, residential and resort city (1990 pop. 35,359), Dade co., SE Fla., on the Atlantic coast; inc. 1931. It is a major office and retail area. , FL 33162 USA (800) 986-3223 Fax: (954) 262-3903 www.fcae.nova.edu/phe Star Publishing Co. Stuart Hoffman PO Box 68 Belmont, CA 94402 USA (605) 591-3505 Fax: (650) 591-3898 www.starpublishing.com CAD, CAM, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) See numerical control. CNC - Collaborative Networked Communication AXYZ Automation, Inc. ED An abbreviation for incorporated; having been formed as a legal or political entity with the advantages of perpetual existence and succession. Cross-references Corporations. Willms 5300 South Service Road Burlington, Ontario Burlington (2006 population 164,415) is a city located in the Golden Horseshoe, across Lake Ontario and Burlington Bay harbour from Hamilton, in Halton Region, Ontario, Canada. L7L5L1 CANADA (800) 361-3408 Fax: (905) 634-4866 www.axyz.com AXYZ AUTOMATION, INC. manufactures and exports `3-axis solutions' - primarily AXYZ CNC ROUTER TABLES See routing table. - worldwide. It is also the sole developer of Windows-based TOOLPATH software which accepts any *dxf, *plt, *nc design files from Mastercam, Autocad, Artcam, Coredraw, Signlab, etc. Applications include: aircraft manufacture, woodworking, signmaking, boat building, metal working, plastics fabrication fabrication (fab´rikā´sh  n),n the construction or making of a restoration. , and solid surface (CORTAN). The AXYZ EDUCATION INITIATIVE supports schools with: teacher seminars, curriculum, Certifications testing, lease packages, etc. Denford, Inc. Brain Haskell, National Sales Manager sales manager n → gerente m/f de ventas sales manager n → directeur commercial sales manager sale n → 815 W. Liberty Street Medina, OH 44256 USA (330) 725-3497 Fax: (330) 725-3297 www.denford.com Denford is a world leader in providing CNC milling and turning machines, CNC routers, virtual reality software, CAD/CAM CAD/CAM in full computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing. Integration of design and manufacturing into a system under direct control of digital computers. and computer integrated manufacturing (application) Computer Integrated Manufacturing - (CIM) http://dmtf.org/. . Extensive curriculum materials are available. Lab-Volt Systems, Inc. Robin Duggan, Senior Vice President Marketing PO Box 686 Farmingdale, NJ 07727 USA (800) LABVOLT, (732)938-2000 Fax: (732) 774-8573 www.labvolt.com Lab-Volt is a reading manufacturer of technical hardware and courseware that prepare students for entry-level jobs An entry-level job is a job that generally requires little skill and knowledge, and is generally of a low pay. These jobs may require physical strength or some on-site training. Many entry-level jobs are part-time, and do not include employee benefits. in the fields of electricity and electronics, electric power, radar, telecommunications, fluid power, automation and robotics, refrigeration refrigeration, process for drawing heat from substances to lower their temperature, often for purposes of preservation. Refrigeration in its modern, portable form also depends on insulating materials that are thin yet effective. and air conditioning air conditioning, mechanical process for controlling the humidity, temperature, cleanliness, and circulation of air in buildings and rooms. Indoor air is conditioned and regulated to maintain the temperature-humidity ratio that is most comfortable and healthful. , and instrumentation and process control. The company has gained prominence as a developer of integrated computerized learning systems, simulation training software, modular multimedia educational programs, and supporting classroom-management systems. SoftPlan Systems, Inc. Melissa Betts 214 Overlook Court, Suite 220 Brentwood, TN 37027 USA (800) 248-0164 Fax: (615) 370-1204 www.softplan.com Career Guidance and Planning The Conover Company Terry Schmitz 2926 Hidden Hollow Oshkosh, WI 54904 USA (920) 231-4667 Fax: (920) 231-4809 www.conovercompany.com Edits Publishers Sharla Burwick PO Box 7234 San Diego San Diego (săn dēā`gō), city (1990 pop. 1,110,549), seat of San Diego co., S Calif., on San Diego Bay; inc. 1850. San Diego includes the unincorporated communities of La Jolla and Spring Valley. Coronado is across the bay. , CA 92167 USA (619) 222-1666 Fax: (619) 226-1666 www.edits.net Finney Company Ann Schmitz, Marketing Manager 3943 Meadowbrook Road Minneapolis, MN 55426 USA (952) 938-9330 Fax: (952) 938-7352 www.finey-hobar.com JIST JIST Juneau Information Service Technology JIST Joint Imagery Soft-copy Trainer JIST JSF Integrated Subsystems Technology JIST Joint Interagency Support Team JIST Maybe you're looking for the word 'Gist' meaning the central idea? Publishing Barry Newborn 8902 Otis Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46216 USA (800) 648-5478 Fax: (800) 547-8329 www.jist.com SIGI PLUS (Educational Testing Service The Educational Testing Service (or ETS) is the world's largest private educational testing and measurement organization, operating on an annual budget of approximately $1.1 billion on a proforma basis in 2007. ) Carolyn Uhrich PO Box 6403, Rosedale Doard, Mail Stop 85-D Princeton, NJ 08541 USA (800) 257-7444 Fax: (609) 734-1290 Valpar International Corporation Neal Gunderson PO Box 5767 Tucson, AZ 85703 USA (800) 633-3321 Fax: (262) 797-8488 www.valparint.com VALPAR, the leader in work related assessment, offers a variety of tools that are quick, easy, comprehensive and economical. Experience real time on-line assessment surveys. Internet connected, live action video motivates students to achieve. For more information, visit our website at www.valparint.com or call us at (800) 633-3321. Vocational Research Institute (VRI) Eric S. David 1528 Walnut Street, Suite 1502 Philadelphia, PA 19102 USA (800) 874-5387 Fax: (215) 875-0198 www.vri.org Computer Technology Goodheart-Willcox Publishing Brenda Bothwell 18604 West Creek
West Creek is a tributary of Delaware Bay in Cape May County, New Jersey in the United States. Drive Tinley Park Tinley Park, village (1990 pop. 37,121), Cook and Will counties, NE Ill., a residential suburb of Chicago; inc. 1892. Its population grew significantly in the late 20th cent. , IL 60477 USA (800) 323-0440 Fax: (708) 687-5000 www.goodheartwillcox.com Lab-Volt Systems, Inc. Robin Duggan, Senior Vice President Marketing PO Box 686 Farmingdale, NJ 07727 USA (800) LABVOLT, (732)938-2000 Fax: (732) 774-8573 www.labvolt.com Lab-Volt is ti leading manufacturer of technical hardware and courseware that prepare students for entry-level jobs in the fields of electricity and electronics, electric power, radar, telecommunications, fluid power, automation and robotics, refrigeration and air conditioning, and instrumentation and process control. The company has gained prominence as a developer of integrated computerized learning systems, simulation training software, modular multimedia educational programs, and supporting classroom-management systems. Construction Technology National Center for Construction Education & Research Kurt Moraur PO Box 141104 Gainesville, FL 32614 USA (352) 334-0911 Fax: (352) 334-0932 www.nccer.org Simutech Systems, Inc. Steve Gilmore PO Box 7212 Beaverton, OR 97007 USA (800) 648-6209, (503) 649-9076 Fax: (503) 649-8972 www.simutechsystems.com Xactware, Inc. Jeff Camacho 1426 East 750 North Orem, UT 84097 USA (801) 764-5900 ext. 522 Fax: (801) 224-1035 www.xactware.com Cosmetology Cyber Imaging Systems, Inc. Candace Szerdy 6040 Six Forks Road, PMB PMB Private Message Board PMB Print Measurement Bureau PMB Performance Measurement Baseline PMB Private Mail Box (non-USPS) PMB Plant and Microbial Biology PMB Private Mailbox PMB Physics in Medicine and Biology 165 Raleigh, NC 27615 USA (800) 308-4755 Fax: (919) 845-2595 www.cyber-imaging.com Pivot Point Pivot Point A technical indicator derived by calculating the numerical average of a particular stock's high, low and closing prices. Notes: The pivot point is used as a predictive indicator. International Michael James May For the British body snatcher, James May, see . James Daniel May (born January 16th 1963 in Bristol, England) is a television presenter and award-winning journalist. 1791 W. Howard Street Chicago, IL 60626 USA (800) 886-4247, (773) 973-0500, EXT 356 Fax: (773) 973-2192 www.pivot-point.com Electronics Festo Corporation Pat Barry Fr. Pat Barry is a former Irish sportsperson. He played hurling with his local club Glen Rovers and with the Cork senior inter-county team in the mid-1970s. He won both Munster and All-Ireland honours in 1976. Barry also served as a Roman Catholic priest. 395 Moreland Road Hauppauge, NY 11788 USA (631) 435-0800, EXT.270 Fax: (631) 435-8026 www.festo-usa.com Festo Corporation the only solution for industrial automation training! From basic training packages to technology-specific courses right through to planning, control and handling of complex networked CIM (1) (Computer-Integrated Manufacturing) Integrating office/accounting functions with automated factory systems. Point of sale, billing, machine tool scheduling and supply ordering are part of CIM. systems and complete, fully furnished learning centers - we have created a world of learning designed specifically for technology education. Plus ... PC-based, 3D, software designed for training and simulation using symbol/product libraries, end effectors Other use:in Computer Graphics, an end effector is the position and orientation of the last joint in a chain of joints In Robotics, an End effector is the device at the end of a robotic arm, designed to interact with the environment. and automation components, for use in CAD. Lab-Volt Systems, Inc. Robin Duggan, Senior Vice President Marketing PO Box 686 Farmingdale, NJ 07727 USA (800) LABVOLT, (732)938-2000 Fax: (732) 774-8573 www.labvolt.com Lab-Volt is a leading manufacturer of technical hardware and courseware that prepare students for entry-level jobs in the fields of electricity and electronics, electric power, radar, telecommunications, fluid power, automation and robotics, refrigeration and air conditioning, and instrumentation and process control. The company has gained prominence as a developer of integrated computerized learning systems, simulation training software, modular multimedia educational programs, and supporting classroom-management systems. The Gearon Company, A Division of Metomic Corporation Paul Bernstein 2944 West 26th Street Chicago, IL 60623 USA (773) 247-4716, (800) 847-8342 Fax: (773) 247-2563 Family and Consumer Sciences American Culinary Federation Established in 1929, the American Culinary Federation (ACF) is the largest professional chefs' organization in North America. ACF, which was the progeny of the combined visions of three chefs' associations in New York, comprises more than 18,000 members in 240 chapters (ACF (Advanced Communications Function) An earlier official product line name for IBM SNA programs, such as VTAM (ACF/VTAM) and NCP (ACF/NCP). ACF - Advanced Communications Function ) Laird laird n. Scots The owner of a landed estate. [Scots, from Middle English lard, variant of lord, owner, master; see lord. Livingston 10 San Bartola Drive St. Augustine, FL 32086 USA (904) 824-4468 Fax: (904) 825-4758 www.acfchefs.org The American Culinary Federation (ACF) is the oldest and largest organization of chefs and cooks in America. ACF's Primary objectives are to promote the culinary profession and provide ongoing education training. Access ACF offers professional and exclusive "Blue Ribbon blue ribbon denotes highest honor. [Western Folklore: Brewer Dictionary, 127] See : Prize " certification to high school and vocational culinary arts programs. Access ACF also certifies students as "Certified Graduates" through its exclusive certification program. Through it's exclusive certification program, ACF recognizes the skill and achievements of all levels of culinarians from apprentices to the most accomplished certified master chefs. CHEC CHEC Children's Health Environmental Coalition CHEC Christian Home Educators of Colorado CHEC Commonwealth Human Ecology Council (UK) CHEC Coffs Harbour Education Campus Systems Greg Robinson Greg Robinson (b. in Los Angeles, California) is the current head coach of the Syracuse University football team. Robinson was awarded the job in January 2005 after the firing of coach Paul Pasqualoni, who had been Syracuse's head coach since 1991. 1740 N. Utah State University Utah State University, mainly at Logan; coeducational; land-grant and state supported; chartered 1888, opened 1890. It publishes Utah Science, Western Historical Quarterly, and Western American Literary Journal. Research Parkway Logan, UT 84341 USA (800) 283-2432 Fax: (800) 983-2432 www.checsystems.com The Dibble Fund for Marriage Education Kay Reed PO Box 7881 Berkeley, CA 94707 USA (800) 695-7975 Fax: (570) 528-1956 www.BuildingRelationshipSkills.org The CONNECTIONS Series. Two innovative programs that teach teens essential skills for healthy, happy relationships! CONNECTIONS: Dating and Emotions for teens 13-17 CONNECTIONS: Relationship and Marriage for young adults aged 16-20 * Completed and ready to teach * Fun and interactive * Research based * Affordable For more information and free sample lessons call (800) 695-7975. Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, Inc. Beth Carpenter Association Drive Reston, VA 20191 USA (703) 476-4900 Fax: (703) 860-2713 www.fcclainc.org Glamour Magic Fundraising Donna Earl 202 Green Street Athens, TN 37303 USA (800) 852-7668 Fax: (423) 745-6696 www.info@glamourmagicfundraising.com Lab-Volt Systems, Inc. Robin Duggan, Senior Vice President Marketing PO Box 686 Farmingdale, NJ 07727 USA (800) LABVOLT, (732)938-2000 Fax: (732) 774-8573 www.labvolt.com Lab-Volt is a leading manufacturer of technical hardware and courseware that prepare students for entry-level jobs in the fields of electricity and electronics, electric power, radar, telecommunications, fluid power, automation and robotics, refrigeration and air conditioning, and instrumentation and process control. The company has gained prominence as a developer of integrated computerized learning systems, simulation training software, modular multimedia educational programs, and supporting classroom-management systems. Furniture Interior Concepts Colleen col·leen n. An Irish girl. [Irish Gaelic cailín, diminutive of caile, girl, from Old Irish. Ford 18525 Trimble Court Spring Lake, MI 49456 USA (800) 678-5550 Fax: (616) 842-7122 www.interiorconcepts.com Health Occupations American Medical Technologists  This article or section may deal primarily with the U.S. and may not present a worldwide view. Christopher A. Damon 710 Higgins
Road Park Ridge Park Ridge, city (1990 pop. 36,175), Cook co., NE Ill., a suburb adjacent to Chicago, on the Des Plaines River; inc. 1873. It is chiefly residential. Several national and international corporations have their headquarters in Park Ridge. Nearby is O'Hare International Airport. , IL 60068 USA (847) 823-5169 Fax: (847)823-0458
www.amt1.com
A national certification national certification Lab medicine A voluntary form of regulation that affirms that a person has the knowledge and skill to perform essential tasks in a given field, in the lab or in nursing; NC is granted by nongovernmental agencies or associations with agency and a 25,000-member association in allied health care. Members include Medical Assistants, Phlebotomy Phlebotomy Definition Phlebotomy is the act of drawing or removing blood from the circulatory system through a cut (incision) or puncture in order to obtain a sample for analysis and diagnosis. Technicians, Dental Assistants dental assistant n. A person trained to assist a dentist with clinical and administrative procedures. , Office Laboratory Technicians, Medical Laboratory Technicians, Allied Health Instructors and others. Since 1939, AMT has encouraged its members in professional and personal achievement, and offers valuable benefits including educational and professional programs, information services See Information Systems. , networking opportunities, and discounted personal programs. Armstrong Medical Industries, Inc. Customer Service 575 Knightsbridge Parkway Lincolnshire, IL 60069 USA (800) 323-4220 Fax: (847) 913-0138 www.armstrongmedical.com Pocket Nurse Anthony Battaglia 1231 Fourth Ave. Coraopolis, PA 15108-1617 USA (412) 269-9355, EXT 10 Fax: (412) 269-7449 www.pocketnurse.com Pocket Nurse is a nurse owned and operated company providing Medical Supplies for Education and Promotion. We provide the following products: diagnostic equipment, exam treatment room supplies, infection control, waste management, patient care equipment and supplies, incontinence, urological, medical/surgical, respiratory products, instruments, laboratory items, educational books, models, videos, charts, X-ray and emergency medical service equipment. Call (800) 225-1600 or visit www.pocketnurse.com for your medical supply needs. Instructional Materials AAVIM AAVIM American Association for Vocational Instructional Materials Karen Seabaugh 220 Smithonia Road Winterville, GA 30683 USA (800) 228-4689 Fax: (706) 742-5355 www.aavim.com AXYZ Automation, Inc. ED Willms 5300 South Service Road Burlington, Ontario L7L5L1 CANADA (800) 361-3408 Fax: (905) 634-4866 www.axyz.com AXYZ AUTOMATION, INC. manufactures and exports `3-axis solutions' - primarily AXYZ CNC ROUTER TABLES - worldwide. It is also the sole developer of Windows-based TOOLPATH software which accepts any *dxf, *pit, *nc design files from Mastercam, Autocad, Artcam, Coredraw, Signlab, etc. Applications include: aircraft manufacture, woodworking, signmaking, boat building, metal working, plastics fabrication, and solid surface (CORTAN). The AXYZ EDUCATION INITIATIVE supports schools with: teacher seminars, curriculum, Certifications testing, lease packages, etc. Biomedical Models The biomedical model of medicine, has been around since the mid-nineteenth century as the predominant model used by physicians in the diagnosis of disease. This model focuses on the physical processes, such as the pathology, the biochemistry and the physiology of a disease. Co. Jonathan Sims PO Box 1663 Oneonta, AL 35121 USA (800) 635-4801 Fax: (205) 625-5185 www.biomedicalmodelsco.com Company is a distributor of anatomical models and charts for use in biology, anatomy and science instruction. Models and skeletons are made from hi-strength, durable plastic, and are lifelike in appearance. Career Solutions Training Group Dr. Doris Humphrey Doris Batcheller Humphrey (October 17, 1895 - December 29, 1958) was a dancer of the early twentieth century. She was born in Oak Park, Illinois but grew up in Chicago, Illinois; she was a descendant of Pilgrim William Brewster and Simon James Humphrey. 13 East Central Ave. Paoli, PA 19301-1308 USA (610) 993-8292 Fax: (610) 993-8249 www.careersolutionsgroup.com EMCO Maier Corp. Jeff Dack 2841 Charter Street Columbus, OH 43228 USA (614) 771-5991 Fax: (614) 771-5990 www.emcomaier-usa.com Horticopia-CD Roms for Horticulture horticulture [Lat. hortus=garden], science and art of gardening and of cultivating fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants. Horticulture generally refers to small-scale gardening, and agriculture to the growing of field crops, usually on a large Anthony Woodyard PO Box 1200 Purcellville, VA 20134 USA (540) 338-9147 Fax: (540) 338-4580 www.horticopia.com Horticopia Inc. publishes the distinctive Horticopia CD-Rom series that contains over 21,000 pictures for more than 8,700 plants complete with data, botanical pronunciation, with extensive search and print capabilities. Instructional Materials Laboratory - Univ. of Missouri Veronica Feilner London Hall Columbia, MO 65211 (800)669-2465 Fax: 573-882-1992 www.iml.coe.missouri.edu K'NEX Education 2990 Bergey Road, PO Box 700 Hatfield, PA 19440-0700 USA (888) ABC-KNEX Fax: (215) 996-4222 www.knex.com NEW TechnoK'NEX Computer Control System provides fun, practical experience in planning, construction, programming and operating computer-controlled models. All-inclusive, curriculum-supported Single and Multi Labs are available for grades 1-9+. All sets are both Mac and PC compatible, and no previous programming experience is required. Contact us for a Free CATALOG detailing TechnoK'NEX, our other K-12 Math & Science Sets, workshops, training and more. Pivot Point International Michael James May 1791 W. Howard Street Chicago, IL 60626 USA (800) 886-4247, (773) 973-0500, EXT 356 Fax: (773) 973-2192 www.pivot-point.com SkillsUSA-VICA Timothy W. Lawrence PO Box 3000 Leesburg, VA 20177 USA (703) 777-8810 Fax: (703) 777-8999 www.skillsusa.org Windward wind·ward adj. 1. Of or moving toward the quarter from which the wind blows. 2. Of or on the side exposed to the wind or to prevailing winds. adv. In a direction from which the wind blows; against the wind. Publishing, A Division of Finney Company Ann Schmitz, Marketing Manager 3943 Meadowbrook Road Minneapolis, MN 55426 USA (952) 938-9330 Fax: (952) 938-7353 www.finney-hobar.com Modular Labs The Conover Company Terry Schmitz 2926 Hidden Hollow Oshkosh, WI 54904 USA (920) 231-4667 Fax: (920) 231-4809 www.conovercompany.com Festo Corporation Pat Barry 395 Moreland Road Hauppauge, NY 11788 USA (631) 435-0800, EXT.270 Fax: (631) 435-8026 www.festo-usa.com Festo Corporation the only solution for industrial automation training! From basic training packages to technology-specific courses right through to planning, control and handling of complex networked CIM systems and complete, fully furnished learning centers - we have created a world of learning designed specifically for technology education. Plus ... PC-based, 3D, software designed for training and simulation using symbol/product libraries, end effectors and automation components, for use in CAD. Lab-Volt Systems, Inc. Robin Duggan, Senior Vice President Marketing PO Box 686 Farmingdale, NJ 07727 USA (800) LABVOLT, (732)938-2000 Fax: (732) 774-8573 www.labvolt.com Lab-Volt is a leading manufacturer of technical hardware and courseware that prepare students for entry-level jobs in the fields of electricity and electronics, electric power, radar, telecommunications, fluid power, automation and robotics, refrigeration and air conditioning, and instrumentation and process control. The company has gained prominence as a developer of integrated computerized learning systems, simulation training software, modular multimedia educational programs, and supporting classroom-management systems. Safety MFASCO Health & Safety PO Box 386 Roseville, MI 48066 USA (800) 221-9222 Fax: (800) 400-5757 www.mfasco.com School-to-Careers American Culinary Federation (ACF) Laird Livingston 10 San Bartola Drive St. Augustine, FL 32086 USA (904) 824-4468 Fax: (904) 825-4758 www.acfchefs.org The American Culinary Federation (ACF) is the oldest and largest organization of chefs and cooks in America. ACF's Primary objectives are to promote the culinary profession and provide ongoing education training. Access ACF offers professional and exclusive "Blue Ribbon" certification to high school and vocational culinary arts programs. Access ACF also certifies students as "Certified Graduates" through its exclusive certification program. Through it's exclusive certification program, ACF recognizes the skill and achievements of all levels of culinarians from apprentices to the most accomplished certified master chefs. Educational Institute of the American Hotel & Lodging Association Angie Mohre 2113 N. High Street Lansing, MI 48917 USA (800) 344-4381 Fax: (517) 372-5141 www.ei-ahla.org Festo Corporation Pat Barry 395 Moreland Road Hauppauge, NY 11788 USA (631) 435-0800, EXT.270 Fax: (631) 435-8026 www.festo-usa.com Festo Corporation the only solution for industrial automation training! From basic training packages to technology-specific courses right through to planning, control and handling of complex networked CIM systems and complete, fully furnished learning centers - we have created a world of learning designed specifically for technology education. Plus ... PC-based, 3D, software designed for training and simulation using symbol/product libraries, end effectors and automation components, for use in CAD. Lab-Volt Systems, Inc. Robin Duggan, Senior Vice President Marketing PO Box 686 Farmingdale, NJ 07727 USA (800) LABVOLT, (732)938-2000 Fax: (732) 774-8573 www.labvolt.com Lab-Volt is a leading manufacturer of technical hardware and courseware that prepare students for entry-level jobs in the fields of electricity and electronics, electric power, radar, telecommunications, fluid power, automation and robotics, refrigeration and air conditioning, and instrumentation and process control. The company has gained prominence as a developer of integrated computerized learning systems, simulation training software, modular multimedia educational programs, and supporting classroom-management systems. Sanders Audio Visual Tony Sanders 1804 Hibiscus hibiscus: see mallow. hibiscus Any of about 250 species of shrubs, trees, and herbaceous plants that make up the genus Hibiscus, in the mallow family, native to warm temperate and tropical regions. Drive, Suite 1 Edgewater, FL 32132 (866) 969-4911 Fax: (904) 428-6021 www.sanderaudiovisual.com We provide special systems for special people. Our simulation products have been developed to train Public Safety Dispatchers, 911- Sheriff - Police - Fire using radio, telephone and Computer Aided Dispatch. We have also provided Business Education, typing and language labs to various sectors of government, education and industry. Our Audio Visual Department carries all of the latest in Audio Visual and Technology products. SkillsUSA-VICA Tom Holdsworth P.O. Box 3000 Leesburg, VA 20177-0300 (703) 737-6067 Fax: 703-777-8999 www.skillsusa.org Vocational Research Institute (VRI) Eric S. David 1528 Walnut Street, Suite 1502 Philadelphia, PA 19102 USA (800) 874-5387 Fax: (215) 875-0198 www.vri.org Special Needs Valpar International Corporation Neal Gunderson PO Box 5767 Tucson, AZ 85703 USA (800) 633-3321 Fax: (262) 797-8488 www.valparint.com VALPAR, the leader in work related assessment, offers a variety of tools that are quick, easy, comprehensive and economical. Experience real time on-line assessment surveys. Internet connected, live action video motivates students to achieve. For more information, visit our website at www.valparint.com or call us at (800) 633-3321. Technology Education DEPCO, Inc. Janet Sprague 3305 Airport Drive PO Box 178 Pittsburg, KS 66762 USA (800) 767-1062 Fax: (620) 231-0024 www.depcoinc.com EMCO Maier Corp. Jeff Dack 2841 Charter Street Columbus, OH 43228 USA (614) 771-5991 Fax: (614) 771-5990 www.emcomaier-usa.com Festo Corporation Pat Barry 395 Moreland Road Hauppauge, NY 11788 USA (631) 435-0800, EXT. 270 Fax: (631) 435-8026 www.festo-usa.com Festo Corporation the only solution for industrial automation training! From basic training packages to technology-specific courses right through to planning, control and handling of complex networked CIM systems and complete, fully furnished learning centers - we have created a world of learning designed specifically for technology education. Plus ... PC-based, 3D, software designed for training and simulation using symbol/product libraries, end effectors and automation components, for use in CAD. General Robotics Corp. Constant Brown 1978 S. Garrison Street, #6 Lakewood, CO 80227-2243 USA (800) 422-4265 Fax: (303) 988-5303 www.generalrobotics.com Hearlihy & Company 714 W. Columbia Street Springfield, OH 45504 USA (800) 622-1000 Fax: (800) 443-2260 www.hearlihy.com K'NEX Education 2990 Bergey Road, PO Box 700 Hatfield, PA 19440-0700 USA (888) ABC-KNEX Fax: (215) 996-4222 www.knex.com NEW TechnoK'NEX Computer Control System provides fun, practical experience in planning, construction, programming and operating computer-controlled models. All-inclusive, curriculum-supported Single and Multi Labs are available for grades 1-9+. All sets are both Mac and PC compatible, and no previous programming experience is required. Contact us for a Free CATALOG detailing TechnoK'NEX, our other K-12 Math & Science Sets, workshops, training and more. Lab-Volt Systems, Inc Robin Duggan, Senior Vice President Marketing PO Box 686 Farmingdale, NJ 07727 USA (800) LABVOLT, (732)938-2000 Fax: (732) 774-8573 www.labvolt.com Lab-Volt is a leading manufacturer of technical hardware and courseware that prepare students for entry-level jobs in the fields of electricity and electronics, electric power, radar, telecommunications, fluid power, automation and robotics, refrigeration and air conditioning, and instrumentation and process control. The company has gained prominence as a developer of integrated computerized learning systems, simulation training software, modular multimedia educational programs, and supporting classroom-management systems. Parker Vision, Inc. Bill Haus 8493 Baymeadows Way Jacksonville, FL 32256 USA (800) 532-8034 Fax: (904) 731-0458 www.pvtvlearning.com Sanders Audio Visual Tony Sanders 1804 Hibiscus Drive, Suite 1 Edgewater, FL 32132 (866) 969-4911 Fax: (904) 428-6021 www.sanderaudiovisual.com We provide special systems for special people. Our simulation products have been developed to train Public Safety Dispatchers, 911- Sheriff - Police - Fire using radio, telephone and Computer Aided Dispatch. We have also provided Business Education, typing and language labs to various sectors of government, education and industry. Our Audio Visual Department carries all of the latest in Audio Visual and Technology products. TII TII The International Investor (web site) TII Transmitter Identification Information TII Tourism Intelligence International TII Total Inactive (Aircraft) Inventory TII Terminal Indicate Identity Technical Education Systems 814 Chestnut St., PO Box 1203 Rockford, IL 61105 (800) 451-2169 Fax: (815) 965-4836 www.tii-tech.com TII provides courseware and real-world state-of-the-art laboratory equipment for comprehensive or modular technical training in the areas of power technology, control systems and Computer integrated Manufacturing (CIM/FMS). Hands-on skill development in Electricity/Electronics, Pneumatics pneu·mat·ics n. (used with a sing. verb) The study of the mechanical properties of air and other gases. pneumatics Noun , Hydraulics hydraulics, branch of engineering concerned mainly with moving liquids. The term is applied commonly to the study of the mechanical properties of water, other liquids, and even gases when the effects of compressibility are small. , Mechanisms, PLC's, Robotics, AC Drives, Motor Controls, Sensors and Manufacturing Systems. Computer-Aided instructional software is available for most training systems. Tech Prep Agency for Instructional Technology The Agency for Instructional Technology (AIT) is a non-profit organization in the United States that produces, sells and distributes educational and instructional television programs, and other multimedia materials, to schools in the United States and Canada. Chuck Wilson This article is about one of Passions characters. For one of gaikokujin tarento, see Charles Kent Wilson. Charles "Chuck" Wilson III was a minor guest appearance back in the early days of the NBC soap opera Passions. Box A Bloomington, IN 47402 USA (800) 457-4509 Fax: (812) 333-4278 www.ait.net Career Solutions Training Group Dr. Doris Humphrey 13 East Central Ave. Paoli, PA 19301-1308 USA (610) 993-8292 Fax: (610) 993-8249 www.careersolutionsgroup.com C-Tech Associates, Inc. Ken Lowenstein 50 Station Rd. Sparta, NJ 07871 USA (973) 726-9000 Fax: (973) 726-9009 www.c-techtraining.com C-Tech produces PREP, a three-tire, short-term answer to career needs in the ever-expanding Telecommunications field, offering certification as a Network Cabling Specialist and preparation for advanced training. Entry-level, gender-neutral specialists are trained, mostly hands-on, to terminate, install, test, and troubleshoot cabling systems for wages well above minimum. With 98% completion/84% certification rates, C-Tech has successfully trained 5,500 students at 220 facilities throughout the country. Festo Corporation Pat Barry 395 Moreland Road Hauppauge, NY 11788 USA (631) 435-0800, EXT. 270 Fax: (631) 435-8026 www.festo-usa.com Festo Corporation the only solution for industrial automation training! From basic training packages to technology-specific courses right through to planning, control and handling of complex networked CIM systems and complete, fully furnished learning centers - we have created a world of learning designed specifically for technology education. Plus ... PC-based, 3D, software designed for training and simulation using symbol/product libraries, end effectors and automation components, for use in CAD. Lab-Volt Systems, Inc. Robin Duggan, Senior Vice President Marketing PO Box 686 Farmingdale, NJ 07727 USA (800) LABVOLT, (732)938-2000 Fax: (732) 774-8573 www.labvolt.com Lab-Volt is a leading manufacturer of technical hardware and courseware that prepare students for entry-level jobs in the fields of electricity and electronics, electric power, radar, telecommunications, fluid power, automation and robotics, refrigeration and air conditioning, and instrumentation and process control. The company has gained prominence as a developer of integrated computerized learning systems, simulation training software, modular multimedia educational programs, and supporting classroom-management systems. Vocational Research Institute (VRI) Eric S. David 1528 Walnut Street, Suite 1502 Philadelphia, PA 19102 USA (800) 874-5387 Fax: (215) 875-0198 www.vri.org Textbooks and Curriculum Guides American Technical Publishers, Inc. J. David Holloway 1155 W 175th Street Homewood, IL 60430-4600 USA (800) 323-3471 Fax: (708) 957-1137 www.go2atp.com Center on Education & Training for Employment/OSU Judy Cohen cohen or kohen (Hebrew: “priest”) Jewish priest descended from Zadok (a descendant of Aaron), priest at the First Temple of Jerusalem. The biblical priesthood was hereditary and male. 1900 Kenny Road Columbus, OH 43210 USA (614) 292-4277 Fax: (614) 292-1260 www.cete.org/products Hobar Publication, A Division of Finney Company Ann Schmitz, Marketing Manager 3943 Meadowbrook Road Minneapolis, MN 55426 USA (952) 938-9330 Fax: (952) 938-7353 www.finney-hobar.com VMS (1) (Virtual Memory System) A multiuser, multitasking, virtual memory operating system for the VAX series from Digital. VMS applications run on any VAX from the MicroVAX to the largest unit. See OpenVMS. , Inc. Michael S. Walsh 17600 South Williams Street Williams Street (formerly known as Ghost Planet Industries after Space Ghost's home base) is a division of Cartoon Network, which is owned by Turner Broadcasting, an operational unit of Time Warner. The studio mainly produces animated series. , #6 Thornton, IL 60476-1077 USA (708) 877-2814, (800) 343-6430 Fax: (708) 877-2819 www.vms-online.com WestNet Learning Technologies Don O'Brien 5420 Ward Road, Suite 150 Arvada, CO 80002 USA (303) 424-9168 Fax: (303) 432-2565 www.westnetinc.com Tools Elenco Electronics, Inc. 150 W. Carpenter Ave. Wheeling, IL 60090 USA (847) 541-3800 Fax: (847) 520-0085 www.elenco.com Sears Industrial Sales PO Box 42538 Cincinnati, OH 45242 USA (800) 776-8666 Fax: (800) 233-4557 www.commercial.sears.com Other Services Forrest T. Jones & Company, Inc. Fred Wheller 3130 Broadway Kansas City Kansas City, two adjacent cities of the same name, one (1990 pop. 149,767), seat of Wyandotte co., NE Kansas (inc. 1859), the other (1990 pop. 435,146), Clay, Jackson, and Platte counties, NW Mo. (inc. 1850). , MO 64111 USA (800) 821-7303 Fax: (816) 968-0577 www.ftj.com Francis Tuttle Dr. Kay Martin, Superintendent and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. 12777 N. Rockwell Avenue Oklahoma City Oklahoma City (1990 pop. 444,719), state capital, and seat of Oklahoma co., central Okla., on the North Canadian River; inc. 1890. The state's largest city, it is an important livestock market, a wholesale, distribution, industrial, and financial center, and a farm , OK 73142 USA (405) 717-7799 Fax: (405) 717-4790 www.eagleent.com/dritzler.htm www.francistuttle.com Perfectimm, Inc. Tania
V-TECS Ronald D. McCage 1866 Southern Lane Decatur, GA 30033-4097 USA (800) 248-7701 Ext.544 Fax: (404) 679-4556 www.v-tecs.org |
|
||||||||||||||||
Printer friendly
Cite/link
Email
Feedback
Reader Opinion