Introduction to Engineering Technology

by Pond, Robert J.; Rankinen, Jeffrey L.

• ISBN13: 9780135154304
• ISBN10: 0135154308
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-04-30
• Publisher: Pearson

Summary

This book presents an overall view of the engineering world and explains how the technician and technologist fits into that world, stressing the importance of a good attitude and close attention to detail.Introduction to Engineering Technology, Seventh Editionalso provides students with an opportunity to use the language and tools of the math-sciences, such as using an engineering calculator, understanding basic applied math (such as algebra and trigonometry, with emphasis on applied), and the value of good communication skills.

Author Biography

Jeffrey L. Rankinen is an associate professor at the Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. He is a member of the Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology department. Jeff teaches basic electronics courses, while his specialty areas include optical communications and nanotechnology. In addition to teaching credit courses, Jeff is a Tyco Electronics AMP NETCONNECT instructor for the AMP ACT 1 and ACT 2 certification courses in premises cabling systems. He also actively consults for local industry in the area of fiber optic installation and repair. His educational credentials include a Ph.D. from the Pennsylvania State University in Materials, an M.S. from the Pennsylvania State University in Electrical Engineering, a B.S. from the Rochester Institute of Technology in Electrical Engineering and A.A.S. degrees in electronics and computer science from the Pennsylvania College of Technology.

Table of Contents

Engineering Technology as a Career	p. 1
History of Engineering and Technology	p. 2
The Industrial Team	p. 6
The Career Decision	p. 16
A Career in Engineering Technology	p. 22
Problems	p. 23
Selected Readings	p. 25
Career Choices in the Engineering Technologies	p. 26
Chemical Engineering Technician	p. 26
Civil and Architectural Engineering Technician	p. 29
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technician	p. 33
Computer Engineering Technician	p. 38
Industrial Engineering Technician	p. 40
Mechanical Engineering Technician	p. 44
Problems	p. 50
Selected Readings	p. 51
Survival Skills-Preparing for the Engineering Technologies	p. 52
Pursuing a Technology Degree	p. 54
Using an Engineering Library	p. 62
Problem Solving	p. 64
Professionalism	p. 75
Problems	p. 79
Selected Readings	p. 81
The Calculator	p. 82
Purchasing a Calculator	p. 82
Signed Numbers and Algebraic Logic	p. 85
Powers and Roots	p. 92
Using Scientific Notation	p. 94
Graphing with a Calculator-"A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words"	p. 100
Programming a Calculator	p. 108
Problems	p. 110
Selected Readings	p. 117
Measurement Systems	p. 118
The Fundamental Units	p. 118
Conversion of Units Within the English System	p. 126
Conversion of Units Within the International System	p. 131
Conversion of Units Between Systems	p. 135
The Use of Dimensional Analysis	p. 137
Precision of the Inch and Millimeter Scales	p. 143
Problems	p. 145
Selected Readings	p. 152
Right-Triangle Trigonometry and Geometry for Technologists	p. 153
Right-Triangle Relationships	p. 153
Right-Triangle Applications	p. 160
Vector Applications	p. 166
Geometry Applications for Technologists	p. 173
Solid Geometry for Technologists	p. 180
Problems	p. 184
Selected Readings	p. 191
The Technical Laboratory	p. 192
Performing an Experiment	p. 194
Reducing Errors in the Laboratory	p. 195
Data Collection and Calculating Results	p. 201
Presenting Data-Graphing	p. 209
Reporting	p. 215
Problems	p. 225
Selected Readings	p. 230
The Personal Computer	p. 231
Mainframe Computers Led to the PC	p. 231
Glossary 8.1	p. 238
The Personal Computer System	p. 240
The Operating System	p. 252
Application Software-A Survey	p. 255
Notebooks, PDAs, and Future Trends	p. 273
Glossary 8.2	p. 276
Problems	p. 278
Selected Readings	p. 280
Networking, the Internet, and Industrial Automation	p. 281
Computer Networks	p. 281
The Internet	p. 289
Using the Internet	p. 300
Process Control	p. 307
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)	p. 312
Personal Computers (PCs)-User-Friendly	p. 316
Distributed Control	p. 317
Problems	p. 321
Selected Readings	p. 323
Your Future in Technology	p. 324
The Evolving Computer-A Base for High Technology	p. 326
Robotics	p. 334
Optical Systems	p. 339
Materials Technology	p. 348
The Environment	p. 356
Meeting the High-Technology Needs of the World-A Challenge	p. 361
Problems	p. 363
Selected Readings	p. 365
Professional Organizations in Engineering	p. 366
Algebraic Rules	p. 367
Trigonometry	p. 370
Glossary of Abbreviations and Acronyms	p. 373
Answers to Odd-Numbered Problems	p. 375
Index	p. 385
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