
Introduction to Engineering Technology
Robert J. Pond(Author)
Pearson (Publisher)
5th Edition
Published on 11. October 2001
Book
Paperback/Softback
410 pages
978-0-13-031038-5 (ISBN)
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Description
For an introductory course in engineering technology program offered in two- or four-year programs. Also suitable for use in a tech-prep program or vocational school.
Catering primarily to two-year college engineering students who may have limited academic skills, 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, the most recent technological advances and proper application essential for success in today's business and industry.
Catering primarily to two-year college engineering students who may have limited academic skills, 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, the most recent technological advances and proper application essential for success in today's business and industry.
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Edition
5th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Pearson Education (US)
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 184 mm
Weight
1000 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-13-031038-5 (9780130310385)
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Content
1. Engineering Technology as a Career.
2. Career Choices in the Engineering Technologies.
3. Survival Skills-Preparing for the Engineering Technologies.
4. The Calculator.
5. Measurement Systems.
6. Right-Triangle Trigonometry and Geometry for Technologists.
7. The Technical Laboratory.
8. The Personal Computer.
9. Networking, Internet Technology and Industrial Automation.
10. Your Future in Technology.
Appendix A: Professional Organizations in Engineering.
Appendix B: Algebraic Rules.
Appendix C: Trigonometry.
Appendix D: Glossary of Abbreviations and Acronyms.
Answers to Odd Numbered Problems.
Index.
2. Career Choices in the Engineering Technologies.
3. Survival Skills-Preparing for the Engineering Technologies.
4. The Calculator.
5. Measurement Systems.
6. Right-Triangle Trigonometry and Geometry for Technologists.
7. The Technical Laboratory.
8. The Personal Computer.
9. Networking, Internet Technology and Industrial Automation.
10. Your Future in Technology.
Appendix A: Professional Organizations in Engineering.
Appendix B: Algebraic Rules.
Appendix C: Trigonometry.
Appendix D: Glossary of Abbreviations and Acronyms.
Answers to Odd Numbered Problems.
Index.