Mathematics for Technical and Vocational Students
A Worktext
2nd Edition
Published on 1. March 2000
Book
Paperback/Softback
736 pages
978-0-13-011417-4 (ISBN)
Description
For beginning courses in Technical Math and other vocational math courses.
Based on the successful Mathematics for Technical and Vocational Students, 10/e, this flexible "worktext" develops a deep understanding of the mathematics necessary to understand and solve problems in technical and trade vocations. Rather than focusing on the complexities of abstract mathematical theory, the authors present principles in practical problems that readers are likely to encounter in the labor market.
Based on the successful Mathematics for Technical and Vocational Students, 10/e, this flexible "worktext" develops a deep understanding of the mathematics necessary to understand and solve problems in technical and trade vocations. Rather than focusing on the complexities of abstract mathematical theory, the authors present principles in practical problems that readers are likely to encounter in the labor market.
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Content
1. Whole Numbers.
2. Common Fractions.
3. Decimal Fractions.
4. Percentage.
5. Ratio and Proportion.
6. Practical Algebra.
7. Rectangles and Triangles.
8. Regular Polygons and Circles.
9. Solids.
10. Metric Measure.
11. Graphs.
12. Measuring Instruments.
13. Geometrical Constructions.
14. Essentials of Trigonometry.
15. Strength of Materials.
16. Work and Power.
17. Tapers.
18. Special Ratios of Pulleys and Gears.
19. Screw Threads.
20. Cutting Speed and Feed.
21. Gears.
Appendix.
Answers to Odd-Numbered Problems.
Answers to Self-Tests.
Answers to Chapter Tests.
Index.
2. Common Fractions.
3. Decimal Fractions.
4. Percentage.
5. Ratio and Proportion.
6. Practical Algebra.
7. Rectangles and Triangles.
8. Regular Polygons and Circles.
9. Solids.
10. Metric Measure.
11. Graphs.
12. Measuring Instruments.
13. Geometrical Constructions.
14. Essentials of Trigonometry.
15. Strength of Materials.
16. Work and Power.
17. Tapers.
18. Special Ratios of Pulleys and Gears.
19. Screw Threads.
20. Cutting Speed and Feed.
21. Gears.
Appendix.
Answers to Odd-Numbered Problems.
Answers to Self-Tests.
Answers to Chapter Tests.
Index.