Shop Classes: Building Technology, Automotive, etc.

Yahoo! Woodworking -  http://dir.yahoo.com/Business_and_Economy/Shopping_and_Services/Arts_and_Crafts/Crafts/Woodworking/

This links you to Yahoo chosen Web sites about the art and craft of woodworking. Includes links to such topics as: Booksellers; Cabinetry; Carving; Chainsaw Art; Decoys; Furniture; Housewares; Industry Information; Instruction; Magazines; Marquetry; Retailers; Scrollsawing; Software; Studios; Supplies and Equipment; Toys; Tramp Art; Videos; Web Directories; Wooden Signs; and Woodworkers. See also:

Yahoo! Woodworking -  http://dir.yahoo.com/Business_and_Economy/Business_to_Business/Industrial_Supplies/Machinery_and_Tools/Woodworking/

Yahoo's links to sites about woodworking machinery and tools. See also:

Yahoo! Woodworking - http://dir.yahoo.com/Arts/Crafts/Woodworking/

Yahoo's links to Web sites about woodworking as a handicraft.

Woodworker's Central - http://www.woodworking.org/

This is the website for the Woodworker's Website Association. It includes links to an online magazine and much more information of interest to woodworkers.

The Oak Factory - http://theoak.com/cgi-bin/hyperseek/directory.cgi

"The Woodworker's Internet Directory," this site includes links to such topics as adhesives, associations, cabinetry, finishing, furniture, hardware, manufacturers, plans, software, websites, wood, and more.

Yahoo! Metal Working - http://dir.yahoo.com/Business_and_Economy/Companies/Manufacturing/Metal_Working/

This links you to Yahoo links about the metal working business. Includes links to such topics as: Aluminum; Casting, Molding, and Machining; Commercial Website Directories; Cryogenic Tempering; Directories; Heat Treating; Machinery and Tools; Organizations; Sheetmetal; Steel; Surface Finishing; Titanium; and Welding.

Yahoo! Architecture - http://dir.yahoo.com/Business_and_Economy/Business_to_Business/Architecture/

Yahoo's guide to the field of architecture. Includes links to such topics as: Construction; Consulting; Directories;   Drafting and Conversion; Firms; House Plans; Industry Information; Interior Design; Internet Services; Landscape Architecture; Organizations; Rendering, Modeling, and Animation; Software; Tour Operators; and Urban Design.

Yahoo! Construction - http://dir.yahoo.com/Business_and_Economy/Business_to_Business/Construction/

Yahoo's links to Web sites about the construction industry. Includes links to such topics as: Administration and Preconstruction; Cabinetry; Concrete; Conveying Systems; Doors and Windows; Electrical; Finishes and Coverings; General Contractors; Home Improvement; Industry Information; Masonry; Materials and Supplies; Mechanical; Metals; Sitework; Special Construction; Specialty Components; Temporary Facilities and Equipment; Thermal and Moisture Protection; and Wood and Plastics.

History of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge - http://www.lib.washington.edu/specialcoll/tnb/

History and images of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge "from the inception to the reopening of a reconstructed bridge in 1950." Sections follow the construction, opening, collapse, aftermath, and reconstruction of this bridge. Includes a bibliography. (Special Collections, University Libraries, University of Washington) (LII)

Websites to be added:

http://www.howstuffworks.com/house.htm

http://www.eplans.com/
http://www.homeplanfinder.com/docs/dreamguide.asp?ordercode=GHG55
http://www.dulley.com/house2.shtml
http://www.b4ubuild.com/kids/kidlinks.html
http://users.hub.ofthe.net/~mtalkmit/houseconstruct_sources.htm

California Bureau of Automotive Repair - http://www.smogcheck.ca.gov/smogweb/default.asp

Up-to-date and vital ongoing information for technicians on California vehicle smog requirements and other auto repair issues.

Fuel Economy Site (EPA) - http://www.fueleconomy.gov

The heart of this federal government site is the Find and Compare Cars database, with miles-per-gallon numbers for 1985 through 2002 cars, light trucks, minivans, and sport utility vehicles. Can compare vehicles by fuel cost and global warming pollution, searching by class or manufacturer, or by miles per gallon (MPG). Also has a gasoline price page with links to national and regional fuel price information, information on vehicle safety ratings and air pollution, gas mileage tips, and material on hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles. Additionally, the most current model year Fuel Economy Guide is available in PDF (Adobe Acrobat Reader required). (LII)

Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association - http://www.apaa.org/

The site includes daily updates of AutoPoint, press releases, market research statistics, newsletters and testimony. They also wanted to locate and deliver key items of interest to the aftermarket industry including links to federal agencies, current exchange rates, international trade and news, travel advisories and more.

Kelley Blue Book - http://www.kbb.com/

More than just pricing information on new and used cars is available here. Links are also provided to topics such as: Trade-In Values; Used Car Retail; New Car Pricing; Motorcycles; Other Land, Water, and Snow Vehicles; Company Information; Services and Departments: Buy the [Kelley Blue] Book; Buy a New or Used Car or Motorcycle; Sell Your Car or Motorcycle; New Car Incentives; Payment Calculator; Financing; Insurance; Lemon Check; Warranties; Accessories; Advice; Safety and Maintenance Articles; and Decision Guides.

Automotive Learning Online - http://www.innerauto.com/default.htm

This program contains over one hundred illustrations of the automobile with animations and thousands of descriptive links. Automotive Learning On-line uses Java applets to show images and select anatomy parts. Java support must be enabled in your browser. (Inner Learning Online)

Yahoo! Automotive - http://dir.yahoo.com/Recreation/Automotive/

Yahoo's links to automobiles and automotive topics. Includes links to such topics as: Alternative Fuel Vehicles; Audio; Auto-Free Transportation; Booksellers; British Cars; Bumper Stickers; Business to Business; Buyer's Guides; Car Art; Charitable Vehicle Donation; Chats and Forums; Classic Cars; Classifieds; Clubs and Organizations; Concept Cars; Dormobiles; Driving; Dune Buggies; Electric Vehicles; Emissions; Employment; Engineering; Events and Shows; Famous Cars; Financing; Four Wheel Drive; Hearses; History; Humor; Industry Information; Kit Cars; Lemon Law; License Plates; Licensing and Registration Agencies; Lowriders; Maintenance; Makes and Models; Microcars; Model Cars; Motorcycles; Museums; News and Media; Petroliana; Police Vehicles; Racing; Recreational Vehicles; Shopping and Services; Software; Special Needs; Sport Utility Vehicles; Station Wagons; Technicians; Theft; Travel; Trucks; Web Directories; Women; Wrecks; and FAQs.

Yahoo! Automotive Magazines - http://dir.yahoo.com/Recreation/Automotive/News_and_Media/Magazines/

Yahoo's links to magazines about all types of automobiles and automotive topics.

Popular Mechanics Automotive - http://popularmechanics.com/popmech/auto2/1HOMEAUTOM.html

The famous magazine's links to all things automotive.

Car and Driver - http://www.caranddriver.com/xp/Caranddriver/home.xml

Car and Driver magazine Web site which includes links to such topics as: Buyers Guide; New and Used Cars; Insurance Center; Reviews/Road Tests; C/D Content; Auto Shows; Car News; Driver's Center; Downloads; Automotive Glossary; C/D Television; 10 Best Cars; 10 Best Weekly Lists; Classic Cars; Forums; Chat; and Newsletter.

Road and Track - http://www.roadandtrack.com/RoadandTrack/index.html

Road and Track magazine Web site which includes links to such topics as: Top Stories; First Drives; Road Trip; Racing; Forums; News; Technical; Book Reviews; and Newsletter.

Motor Trend - http://www.motortrend.com/

Motor Trend magazine Web site which includes links to such topics as: Road Tests; Auto News; Auto Shows; Car of the Year; Buyer's Guide; Future Vehicles; Marketplace; Accessories Store; MT Car Club; Hotlinks; Manufacturers; MT Television; MT Radio; Online Polls; Wallpaper; Truck Trend and Video.

Business Management

Accounting Students - http://accounting.pro2net.com/accountingstudents.xml

Complete online resource for accounting students. This site is meant for college students and will students give a great idea of what is involved in getting and using and accounting degree. (All Pro2Net)

JobHunt - http://rescomp.stanford.edu/jobs/

Employment info on the Internet

Consumer Reports Online - http://www.ConsumerReports.org/

Unbiased reports and information about products and services, prepared by the Consumers' Union. "You'll find Consumer Reports advice, ratings and recommendations, based on [their] independent testing of consumer products and services. You'll find no advertising on this site."

The Better Business Bureau - http://www.bbb.org/

"The Better Business Bureau provides instant access to business and consumer alerts as well as helpful resources. Plus, you can file a complaint online and more." Includes the latest consumer warnings and other news from the BBB, consumer buying guides and business publications, and related information.

U.S. Postal Service - http://www.usps.gov/postofc/

No crowds. No lines. And this post office is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. If you need stamp information, want to find out about mailing options, or look up ZIP Codes, you're in the right place.

Street Cents Online - http://www.screen.com/streetcents.html

This site is about your money -- how to get it and how not to get ripped off when you spend it. Our young correspondents from across Canada are always looking for what's a deal - and what's not. This is where you can see what they've found out.

Business News and Services - http://www.pointcom.com/gifs/reviews/bfne.htm

A gateway to a wide variety of resources related to operating a business, as well as finance, investment and trade. Lots of valuable connections are available.

Media

The Media History Project - http://www.mediahistory.com/

The site promotes the study of media history from petroglyphs to pixels. Includes pages on early, print, mass, electrical and digital media and timelines of media history from prehistory to the present.

For Teachers

Tools on Sale - http://www.7cornershdwe.com/

Log on here to check prices on saws, planers, sanders, routers, drills, and more from manufacturers such as Makita, Porter Cable, Delta, DeWalt, Bosch, and many more.

Activity Based Supplies - http://www.absupplies.com/

This site features hundreds of hands-on science- and technology-based projects for students of all ages. Product types include: Construction, Electronics, Flight, Invention, Math/Science/Technology; and Transportation.

American Technical Publishers - http://www.americantech.org/

This site provides training materials for vocational, industrial, and apprenticeship training programs. There is a section called Resources where you'll find free downloadable pdf files containing information on formulas, measurement systems, and print reading.

American Science & Surplus - http://www.sciplus.com/about.cfm

"Here at American Science & Surplus we are fascinated by discovery and invention. And we are dedicated to having fun along the way. We offer an eclectic range of products, many with a science or educational tilt to them, others simply handy or amusing. Value is important, and whenever we can, we carry surplus at prices well below retail. We love closeouts, inventory overruns, mis-manufactures, and items whose time has not come."

National Center for Construction Education and Research - http://www.nccer.org/

This Web site "contains information on training, craft skills assessment, safety, management education, industry image materials, and much more. [The] special 'For Teens Only' section, featuring a chat room and FAQs, is designed to help students with career choices."

Heathkit Educational Systems - http://www.heathkit.com

This Web site "contains product information on technology programs in Computer Technology, Telecommunications, and Electronics. The site also features schools whose students have excelled with Heathkit programs."

Adobe in Education - http://www.adobe.com/education/

This Web site is Adobe's site "for educators--a one-stop resource for sharing curriculum, ideas, and news. The site ... offers educators free, direct access for teaching materials for use in both K-12 and higher. Simple instructions for using Adobe products and detailed course guides for educators to incorporate into classroom curriculum are only a click away."

techdirections - http://techdirections.com/

This Web site is an "information resource for career, technical, and vocational education needs. "Whether you need to know the latest decisions in Washington by Congress and the President that shape the future of our field; find out about new scholarship, grant, and conference opportunities; or get in touch with your state’s Department of Education officials, Tech Directions has it."

Tech Ed Concepts - http://www.tecedu.com/

This is the Web site of a company which produces 3D CAD/CAM software.

New sites to be reviewed and annotated: