Practical mathematics for the workshop and the trades, designed to save time and reduce error.
This book takes arithmetic and geometry and fits them to real work. It emphasizes problems drawn from everyday tasks, rather than abstract proofs, so you can see math work in the shop and in the field. The approach blends ready calculations with hands-on methods, helping readers gain confidence and speed.
- Learn ready‑reckoner techniques and contracted methods to speed up common operations
- Explore duodecimals, logarithms, and the slide rule as tools for practical measurement
- Work through volumes, areas, and prisms with units and conversions tailored to real projects
- Practice with graduated exercises that connect math to everyday tasks in building, machining, and design
Ideal for readers seeking practical math for the workshop, trade students, and professionals who want reliable, work‑ready calculations.