Training course of the American Steel And Wire Company

Abstract

Discusses the training course of the American Steel and Wire Company which attempted to (1) train the men to think straight in the conception and application of essential fundamentals (2) impart information and specific technique to each man in his own line and (3) give a more intelligent idea of the company business issues as a whole. The course was intended only for employees in the company and was carried out under the supervision of three competent instructors. The training involved - inspection trips through various steel and wire mills in and around Pittsburgh, study of steel making, mill inspection trip, lecture and discussion, quiz, recreation and study. The course benefited the employees and the company. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2016 APA, all rights reserved)