Practical math for skilled trades and technical study .
This edition, part of the University of Wisconsin Extension Series, shows how formulas and algebra, geometry, and trigonometry apply directly to shop work. It emphasizes clear, applicable methods for real problems in machining, drafting, and engineering.
This book frames essential math principles around practical shop problems, offering worked examples and guidance suitable for home study, technical high schools, and continuation programs. It blends theory with hands-on applications, helping readers translate equations into actionable results on the job.
- How formulas are formed, used, and written to solve real shop problems
- Algebraic operations, polynomials, and transformations with practical examples
- Geometry and trigonometry concepts applied to dimensions, areas, volumes, and layouts
- Tables, curves, and methods for solving simultaneous and quadratic equations
Ideal for readers of technical education texts and for those seeking a solid mathematical foundation for advanced technical study and shop work.