This comprehensive historical volume covers the period from the founding of Natal in 1495 to the year 1845. Author John Bird presents a detailed account of the region's history, including the struggles of its native population, the arrival of European colonizers, and the development of the colony of Natal. This fascinating work is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of South Africa and its people.
Practical engineering concepts are illustrated through over 550 worked examples and interactive problems tailored for Level 2 and 3 engineering and A level courses. The companion website enhances learning with essential formulae, multiple choice tests, and comprehensive solutions for an additional 1,900 questions, along with answers to revision tests for instructors. This resource aims to deepen understanding of mathematics in the engineering context, making it an invaluable tool for students and educators alike.
Featuring over 600 practical engineering examples, this resource supports undergraduate and upper-level vocational courses. It includes a companion website that offers essential formulae and complete solutions to 2,000 additional questions derived from 277 practice exercises. Additionally, course instructors can access answers to revision tests, enhancing the learning experience for students and educators alike.
The book offers a comprehensive introduction to the engineering science and mathematics essential for both study and practical application in the field. The 6th edition includes a new chapter focused on electricity generation. With 580 worked examples, 1300 additional problems, and 425 multiple-choice questions, it provides extensive resources for learners to enhance their understanding and problem-solving skills in engineering concepts.
The book offers a thorough exploration of essential mathematics tailored for real-life engineering applications. It progresses from foundational concepts to more advanced topics, ensuring a clear understanding of mathematical principles relevant to engineering challenges.
"John Bird's approach to mathematics, based on numerous worked examples and interactive problems, is ideal for students of a wide range of abilities. Theory is kept to a minimum, with the emphasis firmly placed on problem-solving skills, making this a thoroughly practical introduction to the mathematics that students need to master. The extensive and thorough topic coverage makes this an ideal text for a range of level 2 and 3 vocational courses including the BTEC National specifications. Now in its seventh edition, Engineering Mathematics has helped thousands of students to succeed in their exams. The new edition includes a section at the start of each chapter to explain why the content is important and how it relates to real life. It is also supported by a fully updated companion website with resources for both students and lecturers. It has full solutions to all 1800 further questions contained in the 237 practice exercises. All 525 illustrations used in the text can also be downloaded for use in the classroom"--
A practical introduction to the core mathematics principles required at higher engineering level John Bird's approach to mathematics, based on numerous worked examples and interactive problems, is ideal for vocational students that require an advanced textbook. Theory is kept to a minimum, with the emphasis firmly placed on problem-solving skills, making this a thoroughly practical introduction to the advanced mathematics engineering that students need to master. The extensive and thorough topic coverage makes this an ideal text for upper level vocational courses. Now in its seventh edition, Engineering Mathematics has helped thousands of students to succeed in their exams. The new edition includes a section at the start of each chapter to explain why the content is important and how it relates to real life. It is also supported by a fully updated companion website with resources for both students and lecturers. It has full solutions to all 1900 further questions contained in the 269 practice exercises.
The American Mathematical Monthly recommended this advanced undergraduate-level text for teacher education. It starts with groups, rings, fields, and polynomials and advances to Galois theory, radicals and roots of unity, and solution by radicals. Numerous examples, illustrations, commentaries, and exercises enhance the text, along with 13 appendices. 1971 edition.