Introduction to Engineering Technology - Brossura

Pond, Robert J.

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0138548129 ISBN 13: 9780138548124

Casa editrice: Prentice Hall, 1998

Riassunto

This one-of-a-kind text provides readers with a solid foundation in engineering technology, and helps to prepare and empower them for more advanced courses. Stressing the importance of possessing a good attitude and paying close attention to detail, it explores the engineering world - and the technician's and technologist's places in it - from a holistic perspective - covering the demands and requirements of a career in technology, the language, tools, and proper application essential for success in today's business and industry, and the most recent technological advances. Features and Benefits Establishes an overview or “big picture” of the engineering technologies, so students may best select the most compatible engineering technology program for them, considers major technologies, such as chemical, civil, architectural, electrical/electronic, computer, industrial, and mechanical. Creates a sense of belonging while promoting teamwork as it brings together a diverse group of people (traditional students and non-traditional students) into the world of technology. Builds a functional base of skills and knowledge that allows students to successfully pursue an education in the engineering technologies, goes over basic math skills in both text and appendices - covering applied algebra, trigonometry, and geometry concepts; conversion of engineering units; and orientation to the engineering calculator and personal computers; dimensions and units, and much more, discusses basic college survival skills, such as using the technical library, maintaining good grades, scheduling adequate study time, and applying basic problem-solving skills, examines the critical importance of developing good communication skills, with focused sections on proper experimental methods, graphing, report writing, and oral reporting.

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Book by Pond Robert J

Dettagli dell?edizione

• Editore: Prentice Hall
• Data di pubblicazione: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0138548129
• ISBN 13: 9780138548124
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Lingua: Inglese
• Numero di pagine: 380
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile