Introduction to Engineering Technology (Merrill's International Series in Engineering Technology) - Softcover

Robert J. Pond

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0023960310 ISBN 13: 9780023960314

Publisher: Merrill Pub Co, 1992

Synopsis

Stressing the importance of possessing a good attitude and paying close attention to detail, it establishes an overview or "big picture" of the engineering technologies (chemical, civil, architectural, electrical/electronic, computer, industrial, and mechanical), enabling users to select the most compatible engineering technology program for them. It builds a functional base of skills and knowledge, including basic math skills, studying skills, and communication skills, and describes future challenges confronting the engineering technologist, including environmental concerns, robotics, expert systems, optical systems, new composite materials, and implementing other technologies. Fourth Edition now updates employment, salary, and occupational information for each field under discussion; provides a keener focus on cooperative education, preparation for the interview, and the importance of the placement office; and includes timely material on the scientific method, TI-85 graphing calculator, Windows 95. Also includes a new Internet Guide.

About this title

From the Publisher

This text is designed specifically to meet the needs of two-year college engineering technology students -- who may have limited backgrounds in academic skills. 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 and tools needed to be successful in the field, the way the tools are actually applied in today's business and industry, and the most recent technological advances.

From the Back Cover

Introduction to Engineering Technology, Fifth Edition, explains the responsibilities of technicians and technologists in the dynamic world of engineering. The basic tools of engineering technology are identified and explained, including problem solving, calculator skills, conversion of units, geometry, computer skills, and technical reporting. The text has been used to develop curricula for introductory engineering technology courses in the United States and abroad.

Important mathematical concepts are presented in a moderately paced manner so that they can be easily learned. The presentation is also designed to motivate the learner to acquire more sophisticated skills in algebra, trigonometry, and geometry. Most important, this popular text helps students to understand the broad spectrum of today's technologies, preparing them for their technical courses to follow.

Many changes and updates have been made to this new edition. Chapters 8 and 9 have been extensively revised to reflect current computer trends and to provide information on networking and the use of the Internet. Web search problems have been added to all chapters to foster the integration of technology and to provide the most current information available. Financial problem solving has been added to the problem-solving section of Chapter 3. Additional problems have been added to each chapter to help reinforce the concepts presented and to help learners master the skills presented.

Features and topics in the text include:

• Current employment and salary information
• The importance of teamwork, maintaining a positive attitude, and sound problem-solving techniques
• How to prepare for interviewing
• The benefits of cooperative education
• How to purchase and use today's calculators and personal computers
• Recommended steps to prepare for oral and written reporting
• New technological advances in telecommunications, robotics, optical systems, and materials
• Content reflecting the importance of understanding and protecting the environment
• Worked-out examples and numerous practical, applied problems to enhance student understanding

Edition details

• Publisher: Merrill Pub Co
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0023960310
• ISBN 13: 9780023960314
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 336