Engineering Mathematics
4th Edition
Published on 11. April 2003
Book
Paperback/Softback
544 pages
978-0-7506-5776-1 (ISBN)
Description
"Engineering Mathematics" is a comprehensive textbook for vocational courses and foundation modules at degree level. John Bird's approach, based on numerous worked examples supported by problems, is ideal for students of a wide range of abilities, and can be worked through at the student's own pace. Theory is kept to a minimum, placing a firm emphasis on problem-solving skills, and making this a thoroughly practical introduction to the core mathematics needed for engineering studies and practice. The book presents a logical topic progression, rather than following the structure of a particular syllabus. However, coverage has been carefully matched to the two mathematics units within the new BTEC National specifications, and AVCE specifications. New sections on Boolean algebra, logic circuits matrices and determinants have been added to ensure full syllabus match. It includes: 900 worked examples, 1700 further problems, 234 multiple choice questions (answers provided), and 16 assessment papers - ideal for use as tests or homework. These are the only problems where answers are not provided in the book. Full worked solutions are available to lecturers.
It includes a complete foundation mathematics course for engineering students. Student-friendly learn-through-examples method appeals to engineers. It includes 850 worked examples, 1500 problems (answers provided), 200 multiple choice questions, and 15 assessment papers.
It includes a complete foundation mathematics course for engineering students. Student-friendly learn-through-examples method appeals to engineers. It includes 850 worked examples, 1500 problems (answers provided), 200 multiple choice questions, and 15 assessment papers.
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Edition
4th Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
Approx. 600 illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 189 mm
Thickness: 32 mm
Weight
1040 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7506-5776-1 (9780750657761)
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Previous edition
John O. Bird
Engineering Mathematics
Book
07/2001
3rd Edition
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Person
John Bird, the author of over 100 textbooks on engineering and mathematical subjects, is the former Head of Applied Electronics in the Faculty of Technology at Highbury College, Portsmouth, U.K. More recently, he has combined freelance lecturing at Portsmouth University, with technical writing and Chief Examiner responsibilities for City and Guilds Telecommunication Principles and Mathematics, and examining for the International Baccalaureate Organisation. John Bird is currently a Senior Training Provider at the Royal Naval School of Marine Engineering in the Defence College of Marine and Air Engineering at H.M.S. Sultan, Gosport, Hampshire, U.K. The school, which serves the Royal Navy, is one of Europes largest engineering training establishments.
Content
Preface. Number and algebra: Revision of fractions, decimals and percentages. Indices and standard form. Computer numbering systems. Calculations and evaluation of formulae. Assignment 1. Algebra. Further algebra. Partial fractions. Simple equations. Assignment 2. Simultaneous equations. Transposition of formulae. Quadratic equations. Logarithms. Assignment 3. Exponential functions. Number sequences. The binomial series. Solving equations by iterative methods. Assignment 4. Multiple choice questions on chapters 1 to 16. Mensuration: Areas of plane figures. The circle and its properties. Volumes and surface areas of common solids. Irregular areas and volumes and mean values of waveforms Assignment 5. Trigonometry: Introduction to trigonometry. Trigonometric waveforms. Cartesian and polar co-ordinates. Assignment 6. Triangles and some practical applications. Trigonometric identities and equations. Compound angles. Assignment 7. Multiple choice questions on chapters 17 to 26. Graphs: Straight line graphs. Reduction of non-linear laws to linear form. Graphs with logarithmic scales. Graphical solution of equations. Functions and their curves. Assignment 8. Vectors: Vectors. Combination of waveforms. Complex numbers: Complex numbers. De Moivre's theorem. Assignment 9. Statistics: Presentation of statistical data. Measures of central tendency and dispersion. Probability. The binomial and Poisson distribution. Assignment 10. The normal distribution. Linear correlation. Linear regression. Sampling and estimation theories. Assignment 11. Multiple choice questions on chapters 27 to 43. Differential Calculus: Introduction to differentiation. Methods of differentiation. Some applications of differentiation. Assignment 12. Integral Calculus: Standard integration. Integration using algebraic substitutions. Integration using trigonometric substitutions. Assignment 13. Integration using partial fractions. The t=tan(theta/2) substitution. Integration by parts. Numerical integration. Assignment 14. Areas under and between curves. Mean and root mean square values. Volumes of solids of revolution. Centroids of simple shapes. Second moments of area. Assignment 15. Further number and algebra: Boolean algebra and logic circuits. The theory of matrices and determinants. The solution of simultaneous equations by matrices and determinants. Assignment 16. Multiple choice questions on chapters 44 to 61. Answers to multiple choice questions. Index.