A broad, yet concise, introduction to the field of engineering for undergraduate students.
Designed for the beginning student, this text covers the history of engineering, career paths for engineers, issues of professional responsibility and ethics, and critical engineering skills like problem solving and communication. Includes two case studies, one of which deals with the circumstances and events leading to the space shuttle Challenger accident.
A brief, paperback text, this title can be used in conjunction with other texts to provide a solid foundation for the introductory engineering course.
By:
Paul H. Wright (Georgia Institute of Technology) Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc Country of Publication: United States Edition: 3rd edition Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 155mm,
Spine: 15mm
Weight: 340g ISBN:9780471059202 ISBN 10: 047105920X Pages: 288 Publication Date:21 December 2001 Audience:
College/higher education
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A / AS level
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Paul H. Wright is the author of Introduction to Engineering, 3rd Edition, published by Wiley.