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Modern Engineering Mathematics Glyn James

Modern Engineering Mathematics By Glyn James

Modern Engineering Mathematics by Glyn James


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Modern Engineering Mathematics by Glyn James

This book provides a complete course for first-year engineering mathematics. Whichever field of engineering you are studying, you will be most likely to require knowledge of the mathematics presented in this textbook. Taking a thorough approach, the authors put the concepts into an engineering context, so you can understand the relevance of mathematical techniques presented and gain a fuller appreciation of how to draw upon them throughout your studies.

About Glyn James

Glyn James is currently Emeritus Professor in Mathematics at Coventry University, having previously been Dean of the School of Mathematical and Information Sciences. As in previous editions he has drawn upon the knowledge and experience of his co-authors to provide an excellent revision of the book.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents Chapter 1: Numbers, Algebra and Geometry 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Number and arithmetic 1.3 Algebra 1.4 Geometry 1.5 Numbers and accuracy 1.6 Engineering applications 1.7 Review exercises Chapter 2: Functions 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Basic definitions 2.3 Linear and quadratic functions 2.4 Polynomial functions 2.5 Rational functions 2.6 Circular functions 2.7 Exponential, logarithmic and hyperbolic functions 2.8 Irrational functions 2.9 Numerical evaluation of functions 2.10 Engineering application: a design problem 2.11 Review exercises Chapter 3: Complex Numbers 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Properties 3.3 Powers of complex numbers 3.4 Loci in the complex plane 3.5 Functions of a complex variable 3.6 Engineering application: alternating currents in electrical networks 3.7 Review exercises Chapter 4: Vector Algebra 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Basic definitions and results 4.3 The vector treatment of the geometry of lines and planes 4.4 Engineering application: spin-dryer suspension 4.5 Engineering application: cable stayed bridge 4.6 Review exercises Chapter 5: Matrix Algebra 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Definitions and properties 5.3 Determinants 5.4 The inverse matrix 5.5 Linear equations 5.6 Rank 5.7 The eigenvalue problem 5.8 Engineering application: spring systems 5.9 Engineering application: steady heat transfer through composite materials 5.10 Review exercises Chapter 6: An Introduction to Discrete Mathematics 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Set theory 6.3 Switching and logic circuits 6.4 Propositional logic and methods of proof 6.5 Engineering application: expert systems 6.6 Engineering application: control 6.7 Review exercises Chapter 7: Sequences, Series and Limits 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Sequences and series 7.3 Finite sequences and series 7.4 Recurrence relations 7.5 Limit of a sequence 7.6 Infinite series 7.7 Power series 7.8 Functions of a real variable 7.9 Continuity of functions of a real variable 7.10 Engineering application: insulator chain 7.11 Engineering application: approximating functions and Pade approximants 7.12 Review exercises Chapter 8: Differentiation and Integration 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Differentiation 8.3 Techniques of differentiation 8.4 Higher derivatives 8.5 Applications of optimization problems 8.6 Numerical differentiation 8.7 Integration 8.8 Techniques of integration 8.9 Applications of integration 8.10 Numerical evaluation of integrals 8.11 Engineering application: design of prismatic channels

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GOR007533127
9781292080734
1292080736
Modern Engineering Mathematics by Glyn James
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Pearson Education Limited
20150430
1152
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