Product Description

In this book John Bird introduces engineering science through examples rather than theory - enabling students to develop a sound understanding of engineering systems in terms of the basic scientific laws and principles. The book includes 575 worked examples, 1200 problems, 440 multiple choice questions (answers provided), and the maths that students will require is also provided in a separate section within the book.

Throughout the book assessment papers are provided that are ideal for use as tests or homework. These are the only problems where answers are not provided in the book. Full worked solutions are available to lecturers only as a free download from our textbook website.

* A student-friendly text that does not require any background in engineering
* Learn by example: over 1,200 problems, 575 worked examples, 440 multiple-choice questions (answers provided)
* Includes assessment papers - worked solutions in a free lecturer's manual

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #311236 in Books
• Published on: 2003-04-11
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 384 pages

About the Author
John Bird, the author of over 100 textbooks on engineering and mathematical subjects, is the former Head of Applied Electronics in the Faculty of Technology at Highbury College, Portsmouth, U.K. More recently, he has combined freelance lecturing at Portsmouth University, with technical writing and Chief Examiner responsibilities for City and Guilds Telecommunication Principles and Mathematics, and examining for the International Baccalaureate Organisation. John Bird is currently a Senior Training Provider at the Royal Naval School of Marine Engineering in the Defence College of Marine and Air Engineering at H.M.S. Sultan, Gosport, Hampshire, U.K. The school, which serves the Royal Navy, is one of Europe's largest engineering training establishments.

Customer Reviews

Does it for me
Needed something to revive my flagging brain and as a retired engineering lecturer this has done the trick. I had some specific needs from this book and it has come pretty close to meeting all of them. As they say "It does exactly what it says on the tin!"

Good quality
Got a good quality book, and delivered on time undamaged, cheaper than high street prices, so quite satisfied.