Mathematics for the Trades: A Guided Approach - Softcover

Carman, Robert A.; Saunders, Hal M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0132325543 ISBN 13: 9780132325547

Publisher: Prentice-Hall, 1995

Synopsis

Takes a practical, hands-on approach to mathematics, showing applications of the material to many trade vocations. The work provides hands-on, practical problems, ordered according to the career to which they are applicable. Written in a concise, clear style, it includes extensive use of graphics and colour to enhance explanations. The work is designed to be used in the traditional lecture course format as well as independent study or self-paced learning situations.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Mathematics for the Trades

A Guided Approach

Eighth Edition

 

Robert A. Carman, Hal M. Saunders

 

Mathematics for the Trades: A Guided Approach focuses on fundamental concepts of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.  It supports these concepts with practical applications in a variety of technical and career vocations, including automotive, allied health, welding, plumbing, machine tool, carpentry, auto mechanics, HVAC, and many other fields.  The workbook format of this text makes it appropriate for use in the traditional classroom as well as in self-paced or lab settings.

 

The eighth edition includes:

• A light and lively conversational writing style combined with a highly visual approach to presenting math topics.
• Preview Tests tied to the Learning Objectives open each chapter.
• Carefully up-dated figures and exercises to reflect real situations and real numbers encountered in the work place.
• Over 100 new examples and exercises based on field experience.
• New End-of-Chapter Summaries to provide students with a quick review of major chapter concepts and applications
• Calculator examples, graphic displays, and specific instruction on the use of calculators
• Index of career applications expanded to show you where you can locate industry-specific examples and exercises

 

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New Mathematics for the Trades Online Tutorial

Tutorial instruction and practice available 24/7. Review a learning objective and watch a video demonstration on how to solve the type of problem. Then work the practice problems and receive feedback on your answers. When ready, take the chapter quiz to test your comprehension.

Edition details

• Publisher: Prentice-Hall
• Publication date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0132325543
• ISBN 13: 9780132325547
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 609