Technical Mathematics, 3E [Hardcover]

John C. Peterson (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0766861880 | ISBN-13: 978-0766861886 | Publication Date: August 1, 2003 | Edition: 003

Individuals preparing for technical, engineering technology, or scientific careers will benefit from the major projects and integrated use of calculators in this 3rd edition that allow them to solve problems in much the same manner as they will on the job! Thorough coverage of precalculus topics ranging from algebra and geometry to trigonometry and analytic geometry place an emphasis on how these topics are used in specific occupations. Written in an easy-to-understand manner, this comprehensive book provides numerous application-oriented exercises and examples that will help users learn to use mathematics and technology in situations related to their future work.

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About the Author

John C. Peterson is a retired Professor of Mathematics at Chattanooga State Technical Community College. He was a Vice President of the American Mathematical Association for Two-Year Colleges (AMATYC). He was also co-Project Director of the AMATYC project on Mathematics for the Emerging Technologies funded by the National Science Foundation and author of the project report: A Vision: Mathematics for the Emerging Technologies.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 976 pages
• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning; 003 edition (August 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0766861880
• ISBN-13: 978-0766861886
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 8.1 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.2 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #774,658 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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