Practical Problems in Mathematics for Drafting and CAD (Practical Problems In Mathematics Series) - Softcover

Larkin, John; Duval, Concetta

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1111316805 ISBN 13: 9781111316808

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 2012

Synopsis

Designed to enhance math skills of the reader in the field of drafting, this completely updated fourth edition of Practical Problems in Mathematics For Drafting and CAD presents a comprehensive overview of contemporary drafting problems, CAD drawings, and industry applications and practices. This text provides a variety of integrated math problems and CAD operations in order to facilitate critical thinking, problem solving, and basic mathematics literacy. Filled with real-world applications and designed to cover a range of skills and levels of difficulty, the fourth edition includes updated figures, illustrations, problem sets, examples, and solutions in order to give you the skills you need to succeed in the field of drafting.

About this title

About the Author

Dr. John Larkin recently retired as Professor Emeritus of Technology Education from Central Connecticut State University, where he was an experienced drafting and CAD instructor. He is still active in numerous professional organizations. Dr. Larkin earned his doctorate from the University of Maryland.

Dr. Concetta Duval earned her doctorate from the University of Rochester, majoring in mathematics and mathematics education. She is currently a consultant, specializing in creating mathematics and science materials for K - 12 students and teachers and published by a variety of textbook and computer education companies. Before working as a consultant, Dr. Duval was employed as a chemical engineer, public high school math and science teacher, school administrator, and Director of Mathematics at four private companies. She is an active member of several professional organizations.

Review

1. Whole Numbers. 2. Fractions. 3. Decimals. 4. Decimals, Fractions, and Percents. 5. Geometry Fundamentals. 6. Measurement. 7. Algebra. 8. Applied Trigonometry. 9. Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1111316805
• ISBN 13: 9781111316808
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 352