Software Design for Engineers and Scientists - Softcover

Robinson, John Allen

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0750660805 ISBN 13: 9780750660808

Publisher: Newnes, 2004

Synopsis

Software Design for Engineers and Scientists integrates three core areas of computing:
. Software engineering - including both traditional methods and the insights of 'extreme programming'
. Program design - including the analysis of data structures and algorithms
. Practical object-oriented programming

Without assuming prior knowledge of any particular programming language, and avoiding the need for students to learn from separate, specialised Computer Science texts, John Robinson takes the reader from small-scale programing to competence in large software projects, all within one volume. Copious examples and case studies are provided in C++.

The book is especially suitable for undergraduates in the natural sciences and all branches of engineering who have some knowledge of computing basics, and now need to understand and apply software design to tasks like data analysis, simulation, signal processing or visualisation. John Robinson introduces both software theory and its application to problem solving using a range of design principles, applied to the creation of medium-sized systems, providing key methods and tools for designing reliable, efficient, maintainable programs. The case studies are presented within scientific contexts to illustrate all aspects of the design process, allowing students to relate theory to real-world applications.

• Core computing topics - usually found in separate specialised texts - presented to meet the specific requirements of science and engineering students
• Demonstrates good practice through applications, case studies and worked examples based in real-world contexts

About this title

Book Description

A unique text combining programming and software design for students of engineering and science

Review

Combines wit, example and anecdote with clear succinct explanations. Not only would I hand over my hard earned cash, I would recommend others do the same.-Electronics World

Edition details

• Publisher: Newnes
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0750660805
• ISBN 13: 9780750660808
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 414