Practice Problems for the Mechanical Engineering PE Exam : A Companion to the Mechanical Engineering Reference Manual

by Lindeburg, Michael R.

• ISBN13: 9781888577693
• ISBN10: 188857769X
• Edition: 11th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-05-01
• Publisher: Professional Pubns Inc

Summary

The best way to prepare for the mechanical PE exam is to solve problems--the more problems the better. "Practice Problems for the Mechanical Engineering PE Exam" provides you with the breadth-and-depth problem-solving practice you need to successfully prepare for the exam. Build your confidence and improve your problem-solving skills More than 500 problems, similar in format and difficulty to the actual exam Coordinated with the chapters of the Mechanical Engineering Reference Manual Step-by-step solutions explain how to reach the correct answers most efficiently Comprehensive coverage of exam topics ""The Mechanical Engineering Reference Manual, along with the Practice Problems and the Sample Exam, successfully prepared me for the exam."" --Adam Ross, PE, Mechanical Engineer

Table of Contents

Preface and Acknowledgments
How to Use This Book
Mathematics
Systems of Units	1	(1)
Engineering Drawing Practice	1	(1)
Algebra	1	(1)
Linear Algebra	1	(1)
Vectors	1	(1)
Trigonometry	1	(1)
Analytic Geometry	1	(1)
Differential Calculus	1	(1)
Integral Calculus	1	(1)
Differential Equations	1	(1)
Probability and Statistical Analysis	1	(1)
Numerical Systems	1	(1)
Numerical Analysis	1	(1)
Fluids
Fluids Properties	1	(1)
Fluid Statics	1	(1)
Fluid Flow Parameters	1	(1)
Fluid Dynamics	1	(1)
Hydraulic Machines	1	(1)
Fluid Power	1	(1)
Fans and Ductwork	1	(1)
Thermodynamics
Inorganic Chemistry	1	(1)
Fuels and Combustion	1	(1)
Energy, Work, and Power	1	(1)
Thermodynamic Properties of Substances	1	(1)
Changes in Thermodynamic Properties	1	(1)
Compressible Fluid Dynamics	1	(1)
Power Cycles
Vapor Power Equipment	1	(1)
Vapor Power Cycles	1	(1)
Combustion Power Cycles	1	(1)
Nuclear Power Cycles	1	(1)
Advanced and Alternative Power-Generating Systems	1	(1)
Gas Compression Cycles	1	(1)
Refrigeration Cycles	1	(1)
Heat Transfer
Fundamental Heat Transfer	1	(1)
Natural Convection, Evaporation, and Condensation	1	(1)
Forced Convection and Heat Exchangers	1	(1)
Radiation and Combined Heat Transfer	1	(1)
HVAC
Psychrometrics	1	(1)
Ventilation	1	(1)
Heating Load	1	(1)
Cooling Load	1	(1)
Air Conditioning Systems and Controls	1	(1)
Statics
Determinate Statics	1	(1)
Indeterminate Statics	1	(1)
Materials
Engineering Materials	1	(1)
Material Properties and Testing	1	(1)
Thermal Treatment of Metals	1	(1)
Properties of Areas	1	(1)
Strength of Materials	1	(1)
Failure Theories	1	(1)
Machine Design
Basic Machine Design	1	(1)
Advanced Machine Design	1	(1)
Pressure Vessels	1	(1)
Dynamics and Vibrations
Properties of Solid Bodies	1	(1)
Kinematics	1	(1)
Kinetics	1	(1)
Mechanisms and Power Transmission Systems	1	(1)
Vibrating Systems	1	(1)
Control Systems
Modeling of Engineering Systems	1	(1)
Analysis of Engineering Systems	1	(1)
Management Science	1	(1)
Plant Engineering
Instrumentation and Measurements	1	(1)
Manufacturing Processes	1	(1)
Materials Handling and Processing	1	(1)
Fire Protection Systems	1	(1)
Environmental Engineering	1	(1)
Electricity and Electrical Equipment	1	(1)
Illumination and Sound	1	(1)
Economics
Engineering Economic Analysis	1	(1)
Law and Ethics
Engineering Law	1	(1)
Engineering Ethics	1	(1)
Engineering Registration in the United States	1