Automotive Mathematics

Offering examples and applications tailored specifically to the automotive trades, Automotive Mathematics, 1^st Edition, gives students a sound background in the mathematical skills necessary to be skilled and competent technicians. Early chapters of the text focus on fundamental mathematics skills such as ratios, percents, measurement systems and geometry; later chapters apply basic skills to topics such as engine balancing, camshaft event timing, modifying compression ratio, planetary gear ratios and hydraulics. Designed with versatility in mind, the text offers diverse problem sets (organized by level of difficulty), flexible organization, and in-depth examples that make math meaningful and relevant to the automotive technology student.

Jason C. Rouvel is an applied mathematics instructor at Western Wisconsin Technical College in La Crosse, Wisconsin. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics with dual minors in Physics and Automotive Engineering Technology, and a Master of Arts degree in Mathematics, all from Minnesota State University, Mankato. Mr. Rouvel has a strong interest in automotive technology, and has worked closely with the Automotive Technology instructors at WWTC to develop curriculum that is relevant for students entering this trade.