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Traffic signs manual: Chapter 8: Traffic safety measures and signs for road works and temporary situations, Part 2: Operations
This document provides guidance for those responsible for planning, managing, and participating in operations to implement, maintain and remove temporary traffic management arrangements. It contains advice relating to good working practice spanning all aspects of temporary traffic management operations from broad management issues to issues involving the activities of individual operatives. The guidance is illustrated by the inclusion of sample plans relating to the operational guidance of particular temporary traffic management techniques. This edition supersedes the 2006 edition (ISBN 9780115527395)Read more
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The Routledge Handbook of Transport Economics (Routledge Handbooks)
The Routledge Handbook of Transport Economics offers the first state of the art overview of the discipline of transport economics as it stands today, reflective of key research and policy. Transport is an important area of study and one which is problem rich, stimulating a great deal of debate in areas which impact on everyday lives. Much of this focuses on the practicalities of the modern-day phenomenon of mass movement and all of the issues which surround it. The discipline of economics is central to this debate, and consequently the study and application of transport economics has a chief role to play in seeking to address subjects relating to major transport issues. It can be argued that at the very heart of any transport issue or problem lies the underlying economics of the situation – understand that and you alleviate the problem.
Featuring contributions from world-leading scholars and practitioners from across the globe, all of the chapters within this book are written from a practical perspective; theory is applied and developed using real-world examples. The book examines concepts, issues, ideas and practicalities of transport provision in five key topic areas:
- public transport
- public transport reform
- economic development and transport modelling
- transport and the environment
- freight transport.
A real strength of the book is in linking theory to practice, and hence the ‘economics’ that are examined in this text are not the economics of the abstract, but rather the economics of everyday living. Practical and insightful, this volume is an essential reference for any student or researcher working in all areas of transport provision, ranging from planning, appraisal, regulation and freight; and for all practitioners looking to develop their professional knowledge and who are seeking professional accreditation.
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Transport in a Free Market Economy
Transport policy has dramatically changed over the last ten years with major regulatory reforms and privatisation of transport enterprises. Part 1 presents an authoritative statement of the theoretical arguments for and against regulatory reform, the changing political scene in North America and the different mechanisms that can be used to return state-owned monopolies to the private sector. Part 2 presents the empirical evidence on ten years of airline deregulation in the United States and this review is matched by an assessment of the different situation in Europe where national governments are under pressure to follow the same path.Read more
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The Beaten Track Volume 3: The Traction and Extremities of Britain’s Rail Network 1970-1985
The Beaten Track was first published in 2021. Its combination of outstanding colour photography from 1970–1985, featuring superseded motive power and long-lost extremities of the British railway network received widespread critical acclaim. Although originally intended to be a single volume, the success of The Beaten Track gave rise to a second volume, published in 2022, which continued in the same vein and received similar praise in reviews. We’re now proud to present The Beaten Track Volume 3 – a third selection of the best colour photography from 1970–1985. More than 250 high quality colour images illustrate an assortment of traction types, very few of which can still be seen on the main line, many at railway locations that have long since disappeared or have changed out of all recognition. All the photographs are accompanied by extensive captions, containing considerable historical and anecdotal information relating to the lines, stations and trains depicted. Hardback. A4 size. 176 pages.Read more
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Traffic signs manual: Chapter 8: Traffic safety measures and signs for road works and temporary situations, Part 1: Design
This document provides guidance for those responsible for the design of temporary traffic management arrangements which should be implemented to facilitate maintenance activities or in response to temporary situations. It contains advice relating to traffic safety measures, and the identity and location of the traffic signs needed to guide road users, including pedestrians, safely past obstructions in temporary situations. It is structured to facilitate and reflect the design process for temporary traffic management, from the initial broad brief to details of signing provision. It raises the principal issues that need to be considered in temporary traffic management design and provides advice about their resolution. The document deals with the design of temporary traffic management arrangements on single carriageway roads and dual carriageway roads separately. The design guidance is illustrated by the inclusion of sample plans. This edition supersedes the 2006 edition (ISBN 9780115527388)Read more
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My Journey: Reflections on my life in the Bus and Coach Industry
After a lifetime career in the Bus and Coach Industry, Austin has compiled some of his thoughts, musings and reflections of the industry, from his blog, into this book.
Austin’s writing is wry, thought-provoking, humerous, observational and insightful. It highlights his passion for the bus industry, giving the reader an often unseen inside view.
With the foreword written by Sir Peter Hendy CBE,
this book will be a treasure for bus industry lovers everywhere.
Ding ding; all aboard.
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Modelling Transport
Already the market leader in the field, Modelling Transport has become still more indispensible following a thorough and detailed update. Enhancements include two entirely new chapters on modelling for private sector projects and on activity-based modelling; a new section on dynamic assignment and micro-simulation; and sizeable updates to sections on disaggregate modelling and stated preference design and analysis. It also tackles topical issues such as valuation of externalities and the role of GPS in travel time surveys.Providing unrivalled depth and breadth of coverage, each topic is approached as a modelling exercise with discussion of the roles of theory, data, model specification, estimation, validation and application. The authors present the state of the art and its practical application in a pedagogic manner, easily understandable to both students and practitioners.
- Follows on from the highly successful third edition universally acknowledged as the leading text on transport modelling techniques and applications
- Includes two new chapters on modelling for private sector projects and activity based modeling, and numerous updates to existing chapters
- Incorporates treatment of recent issues and concerns like risk analysis and the dynamic interaction between land use and transport
- Provides comprehensive and rigorous information and guidance, enabling readers to make practical use of every available technique
- Relates the topics to new external factors and technologies such as global warming, valuation of externalities and global positioning systems (GPS).
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Air Transport Management: An International Perspective
Air Transport Management: An International Perspective provides in-depth instruction in the diverse and dynamic area of commercial air transport management. The 2nd edition has been extensively revised and updated to reflect the latest developments in the sector.
The textbook includes both introductory reference material and more advanced content so as to provide a solid foundation in the core principles and practices of air transport management. This 2nd edition includes a new chapter on airline regulation and deregulation and new dedicated chapters focusing on aviation safety and aviation security. Four new contributors bring additional insights and expertise to the book.
The 2nd edition retains many of the key features of the 1st edition, including:
• A clearly structured topic-based approach that provides information on key air transport management issues including: aviation law, economics; airport and airline management; finance; environmental impacts, human resource management; and marketing;
• Chapters authored by leading air transport academics and practitioners worldwide which provide an international perspective;
• Learning objectives and key points which provide a framework for learning;
• Boxed case studies and examples in each chapter;
• Keyword definitions and stop and think boxes to prompt reflection and aid understanding of key terms and concepts.
Designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying aviation and business management degree programmes and industry practitioners seeking to expand their knowledge base, the book provides a single point of reference to the key legal, regulatory, strategic and operational concepts and processes that shape the form and function of the world’s commercial air transport industry.
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Optimal Transport: Old and New: 338 (Grundlehren der mathematischen Wissenschaften, 338)
At the close of the 1980s, the independent contributions of Yann Brenier, Mike Cullen and John Mather launched a revolution in the venerable field of optimal transport founded by G. Monge in the 18th century, which has made breathtaking forays into various other domains of mathematics ever since. The author presents a broad overview of this area, supplying complete and self-contained proofs of all the fundamental results of the theory of optimal transport at the appropriate level of generality. Thus, the book encompasses the broad spectrum ranging from basic theory to the most recent research results.
PhD students or researchers can read the entire book without any prior knowledge of the field. A comprehensive bibliography with notes that extensively discuss the existing literature underlines the book’s value as a most welcome reference text on this subject.
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Horse Transport in London
From the waterways to the motor car, London’s transport has undergone a huge evolution. This collection of archive images examines the vehicles that helped change the face of transport in London in the Victorian and Edwardian eras. From the horse cabs in 1823 to the last tram ride to London’s streets in 1952, this book includes such inventions as George Shillibeer’s horse omnibus, the history of the hackney coach service, and the effects of petrol and electricity on the industry.
Accompanied by informative commentary, the book contains over 200 photographs to chart this very important aspect of London life. Samantha Ratcliffe is a curator at London’s Transport Museum. This selection of photographs and ephemera has been chosen from the archives of the museum, providing an important record of the days of horse-drawn transport in London.
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Transport Phenomena
The market leading transport phenomena text has been revised! Authors, Bird, Stewart and Lightfoot have revised Transport Phenomena to include deeper and more extensive coverage of heat transfer, enlarged discussion of dimensional analysis, a new chapter on flow of polymers, systematic discussions of convective momentum, energy, and mass transport, and transport in two-phase systems.If this is your first look at Transport Phenomena you’ll quickly learn that its balanced introduction to the subject of transport phenomena is the foundation of its long-standing success.
About the Revised 2nd Edition: Since the appearance of the second edition in 2002, the authors and numerous readers have found a number of errors–some major and some minor. In the Revised 2nd Edition the authors have endeavored to correct these errors. A new ISBN has been assigned to the Revised 2nd Edition in order to more easily identify the most correct version.
For Bird’s corrigenda, please click here and see Transport Phenomena in the “Books” section.
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Certificate of Professional Competence Road Haulage 2022 edition – A complete CPC Operators course
A complete training course for the Certificate of Professional Competence Operators Licence.
Written by experts, this superb training course, prepared for the 2022 syllabus, has it all. A comprehensive and easy to follow course manual prepared by haulage industry professionals.
If you wish to be licenced as a Transport Operator in Road Haulage, you must demonstrate your ‘professional competence’. This means passing the CPC examinations. These are R1, the multiple-choice question and answer test, and R2, based on case studies.
This course will help prepare you for all aspects of the CPC Operator exams in a step-by-step manner. This enables you to study comfortably and easily, at your own pace and in your own time. You will learn at the best possible speed and take the examinations in as short a time as possible.
Attaining a CPC qualification will give you prestige and the respect of your colleagues inside the haulage industry, both in the UK and Internationally. This applies equally to a career as an owner-driver of a heavy goods vehicle, or as a professional manager with an employer responsible for any number of vehicles. You will not need prior qualifications to pass the exam. To succeed, you just need to study this course material and when you are ready take the two-part exam.
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Thermodynamic and Transport Properties of Fluids
The fifth edition has been issued to incorporate two new tables – Data of Refrigerant 134a and a table containing for selected substances, molar enthalpies and molar Gibbs functions of formation, Equilibirum constants of formation, as well as molar heat capacities and absolute entropies.Read more
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Aberdeen Corporation Transport and its Successors
Aberdeen Corporation Transport and its successors, Grampian Transport and FirstBus/First Aberdeen, can trace their history back to 1898 when they commenced tram operation within the city of Aberdeen. Motor buses were first operated in 1920. During that period, all vehicles other than special occasion vehicles wore a livery of Brunswick green and white, being replaced by Lincoln green and cream in 1954. Although the company ventured into operating rural routes in competition with Northern Scottish during 1986, the company has always been, and continues to be, the major bus service provider within the city of Aberdeen. This book, written by three co-authors with a long-standing interest in buses operated in Aberdeen and the north-east of Scotland, concentrates on the fleet purchased by Aberdeen Corporation Transport and Grampian Transport from the early 1960s up to 1998, when the green livery was replaced by First corporate livery. Also featuring some earlier vehicles as well as demonstrators, ancillary vehicles and others, this book is an excellent portrait of the bus fleet in the Granite City.Read more
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Britain’s Motorways
Motorways are found all over Britain, from Perth in Scotland to Exeter in Devon. In fact, there are now over 2,000 miles of motorway in England, Wales and Scotland. They are used by millions of us every day, yet how often do we ever think about these marvels of civil engineering that help to speed people and goods around Britain? In a first, transport historian Mark Chatterton has brought together information about the history, construction, routes and workings of every motorway that is found in Britain in one book. Britain’s Motorways looks at each of the main motorways, including the M1, M6 and the M25 plus the other A-designated motorways, such as the A1(M), giving details of their history, routes and characteristics in a subject that has never been covered in such detail before. In researching this book, Mark Chatterton has spent many years travelling the length and breadth of Great Britain, visiting each motorway and capturing photographs.Read more
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The Geography of Transport Systems
This expanded and revised fifth edition of The Geography of Transport Systems provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the field with a broad overview of its concepts, methods and areas of application. Aimed mainly at an undergraduate audience, it provides an overview of the spatial aspects of transportation and focuses on how the mobility of passengers and freight is linked with geography.
The book is divided into ten chapters, each covering a specific conceptual dimension, including networks, modes, terminals, freight transportation, urban transportation and environmental impacts, and updated with the latest information available. The fifth edition offer new and updated material on information technologies and mobility, e-commerce, transport and the economy, mobility and society, supply chains, security, pandemics, energy and the environment and climate change. With over 140 updated figures and maps, The Geography of Transport Systems presents transportation systems at different scales ranging from global to local.
This volume is an essential resource for undergraduates studying transport geography, as well as those interested in economic and urban geography, transport planning and engineering. A companion web site, which contains additional material such as photographs, maps, figures and PowerPoint presentations, has been developed for the book and can be found here: https://transportgeography.org/
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A History of Fairground Transport: From Horses to Artics
Travelling fairs hold a special place in English history and traditions. Once or twice a year local towns and villages are overwhelmed with a cacophony of sounds, sights and smells, bringing magic and excitement into peoples’ lives before, all too quickly, moving on. The transient nature of travelling fairs is part of their magic, and an integral part of that magic is the transport that carries the people and the rides. More than just vehicles however, fairground transport is often an integral part of the show, acting as homes for the showmen, a way of generating power and even converting into parts of the rides themselves. In short, they are part of the way of life. This book looks at the history of the travelling fair through its transport, beginning with how it has evolved from what a performer could carry on their back and simple horse-drawn caravans, through to steam-powered traction engines and war surplus petrol and electric vehicles, finally bringing the story up to date with today’s mega lorries and cranes.Read more
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Technical Drawing, Plane and Solid geometry (Ordinary Level): Questions and Answers
Technical Drawing Plane and Solid Geometry Ordinary Level: Questions and Answers
Unlock the world of technical drawing with this definitive guide, perfectly sized at 8.25″ x 6″ and spanning 378 enlightening pages. Whether you’re a student, an educator, or a self-learner, this book is your key to understanding both plane and solid geometry at the ordinary level.
Structured in a question-and-answer format, each chapter challenges readers with problems, immediately followed by detailed solutions. This approach ensures a practical grasp of each topic, allowing readers to evaluate their knowledge and then see the expert solution.
To enhance comprehension, readers are encouraged to reference related works by the same author: Technical Drawing, Plane & Solid Geometry, Ordinary Level. https://a.co/d/5sILFWDKey Topics Covered:
- Geometric construction
- Circles: Construction and blending of lines and curves
- Tangents onto circles: Construction techniques
- Polygons: Construction methods
- Enlargement and reduction of plane figures, along with equivalent areas
- Scales and their applications
- Conic sections
- Isometric, orthographic, and oblique projection
- Loci
- Link mechanism
- Auxiliary views/projections
- Lines in space
- Development of surfaces
- Interpenetration of solid figures
Please Note: The solutions provided offer clear insights but are not scaled for precision.
Dive into a learning experience like no other and arm yourself with the knowledge and skills to excel in technical drawing. Add this invaluable guide to your collection today!
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Technical Drawing 2: Mechanical Drawing (Longman International Technical Texts)
Technical Drawing 2: Mechanical Drawing is the second of three books which together provide comprehensive coverage of all aspects of secondary school technical drawing syllabuses. The books are also suitable for Craft level courses such as engineering and building related subjects and for industrial training courses where an understanding of technical drawing is required. The three books may be used together or seperately to suit a variety of needs.Using numerous illustrations and easy-to-follow text, this book covers: drawing office practice; pictorial drawings; orthographic projection; section views; screw threads; engineering fasteners; assembly drawing; design process; materials.
Other features of this book include exercises which may be used for self-study, revision or evaluation, and a full index.
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Geometrical Drawing for Carpentry and Joinery
This new text provides comprehensive coverage of geometrical drawing for apprentices of Carpentry & Joinery.
· Devised specifically for Phases 4 & 6 of FÁS apprenticeships in Carpentry & Joinery
· Written in a clear and accessible style
· Over 250 detailed drawings throughout
· Each chapter provides sample questions and solutions to aid learning
· Will also complement the practical element of apprenticeships, and is a useful reference book for those already qualified in the trade
· Accompanied by a website for lecturers, which provides additional geometrical drawings in colourRead more
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Every Page Is Page One: Topic-Based Writing for Technical Communication and the Web
The Web changes how people use content; not just content on the Web, but all content. If your content is not easy to find and immediately helpful, readers will move on almost at once. We are all children of the Web, and we come to any information system, including product documentation, looking for the search box and expecting every search to work like Google. There is no first, last, previous, next, up, or back anymore. Every Page is Page One.For technical communicators, this Every Page is Page One environment presents a unique challenge: How do you cover a large and complex product using only topics, and how do you enable your readers to find and navigate topic-based content effectively?
In this ground-breaking book, Mark Baker looks beyond the usual advice on writing for the Web, and beyond the idea of topic-based writing merely as an aid to efficiency and reuse, to explore how readers really use information in the age of the Web and to lay out an approach to planning, creating, managing, and organizing topic-based documentation that really works for the reader.
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Audel Mechanical Trades Pocket Manual: 1 (Audel Technical Trades Series)
This tool needs no maintenanceFully revised and updated, this convenient guide covers the latest industrial equipment as well as all the tools and machines prevalent in older plants, even those from the early 1970s and before.
Your complete reference tool
* Discusses machinery installation, welding, rigging, carpentry, basic electricity, and more
* Features a chapter on safety issues
* Covers belts, drives, transmissions, and bearings
* Examines automatic sprinkler systems
* Offers tips for preventive maintenance
* Includes coverage of piping and pipefitting
* Reviews shop mathematics, geometry, and trigonometryRead more
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Technical Due Diligence and Building Surveying for Commercial Property
Technical Due Diligence and Building Surveying for Commercial Property is the first book to introduce the process of technical due diligence (TDD) and examine the role of the building surveyor within the commercial property sector. The book outlines the processes that the surveyor must go through when performing a TDD inspection and report and, most importantly, covers in detail the typical pathology and defects encountered during TDD.
Performing a TDD survey involves collecting, analysing and reporting on a huge amount of information, often under specific contractual conditions. The book covers everything the surveyor needs to know in order to do a proper job and includes analysis of materials, life cycles and potential defects on an elemental basis, with detail on individual components where necessary.
Coverage includes:
• an introduction to the TDD process and types of commercial buildings encountered
• chapters outlining the life cycle and defects of: structures, roofs, facades, finishes and services
• hundreds of illustrations and photographs of defects, real-world case studies and suggestions for further reading
• a final chapter covering legal issues and technical details.
This book fills a clear gap in the literature and is the first fully illustrated book on TDD dedicated to commercial building stock. It will help students and professionals to understand the process, the science involved and the reasons why defects occur, as well as their evolution and long-term impact.
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Electrical Installations Level 2 2330 Technical Certificate Student Book – Revised edition
This revised edition keeps the same user-friendly approach that has proved invaluable to students and tutors, but now incorporates the new 17th wiring regulations. A user-friendly, jargon-free Student Book written for the Level 2 Technical Certificate syllabus requirements, so students can be sure the content is right for them. The book structure is directly matched to the units and learning outcomes of the Level 2 2330 syllabus to ensure ease of use. Highly visual, fully illustrated format to guarantee accessibility every step of the way. Provides additional underpinning knowledge for students working towards the 2356 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services.Read more
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Technical Drawing 1: Plane and Solid Geometry (Longman International Technical Texts)
Technical Drawing 1: Plane and Solid Geometry is the first of three books which together provide comprehensive coverage of all aspects of secondary school technical drawing syllabuses. The books are also suitable for Craft level courses such as engineering and building related subjects and for industrial training courses where an understanding of technical drawing is required. The three books may be used together or seperately to suit a variety of needs.
Using numerous illustrations and easy-to-follow text, this book covers: basic drawing equipment; drawing polygons; circles and other loci; enlargement and reduction; isometric; orthographic; oblique and auxiliary projection; freehand sketching; sections; true shapes and lengths; interpenetrations; developments; the helix.
Other features of this book include exercises which may be used for self-study, revision or evaluation, and a useful glossary of key terms.
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WJEC Level 1/2 Vocational Award Engineering (Technical Award) – Student Book (Revised Edition)
This popular Student Book has been revised and updated in line with WJEC’s new Level 1/2 Technical Award specification for first teaching from September 2022. Written by an experienced Engineering teacher and examiner, it offers high quality support you can trust.
– Carefully designed to be accessible, flexible, practical and student-friendly.
– Introduces students to many of the basic engineering skills and principles and gives them a good understanding of the subject area.
– Shows students how to communicate effectively as an engineer via 3D drawing techniques and technical drawings as well as how to use and identify many tools, machines and pieces of equipment that are commonplace in the engineering world.
– Includes new exam-style questions to help students practice and prepare for the exams.
– Provides links to other relevant areas of the specification to encourage a more holistic understanding of topics.
– Includes a variety of features to ensure students get the most out of the course and achieve their potential in the exams.Read more
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Technical Drawing 3: Building Drawing (Longman International Technical Texts)
Technical Drawing 3: Building Drawing is the third of three books which together provide comprehensive coverage of all aspects of secondary school technical drawing syllabuses. The books are also suitable for Craft level courses such as engineering and building related subjects and for industrial training courses where an understanding of technical drawing is required. The three books may be used together or seperately to suit a variety of needs.Using numerous illustrations and easy-to-follow text, this book covers: drawing office practice; freehand sketching; orthographic projection; building construction drawing; foundations; floors; wall openings; doors and windows; stairs; roofs; electrical wiring plans; drainage and sanitation systems.
Other features of this book include exercises which may be used for self-study, revision or evaluation, and a full index.
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The City & Guilds Textbook: Plumbing Book 1, Second Edition: For the Level 3 Apprenticeship (9189), Level 2 Technical Certificate (8202), Level 2 … (6035) & T Level…
Equip learners with the tools for success in a career as a plumber with this comprehensive and updated edition of our bestselling textbook, published in association with City & Guilds.
The new edition will help learners to:
– Study with confidence, covering all core content for the 6035, 9189 and 8202 specifications, as well as the 355 and 356 plumbing and heating T Level occupational specialisms.
– Target learning with detailed qualification mapping grids.
– Get to grips with technical content presented in accessible language.
– Enhance their understanding of plumbing practice with clear and accurate illustrations and diagrams demonstrating the technical skills you need to master.
– Practise maths and English in context, with embedded ‘Improve your maths’ and ‘Improve your English’ activities.
– Test their knowledge with end-of-chapter practice questions, synoptic assessments and practical tasks.
– Prepare for the workplace with up-to-date information on relevant key regulations and industry standards.
– Keep their knowledge current, with clear coverage of major modern cold water, hot water, central heating, sanitation, rainwater systems and environmental technologies.Read more
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Technical Math For Dummies
Technical Math For Dummies is your one-stop, hands-on guide to acing the math courses you’ll encounter as you work toward getting your degree, certification, or license in the skilled trades.You’ll get easy-to-follow, plain-English guidance on mathematical formulas and methods that professionals use every day in the automotive, health, construction, licensed trades, maintenance, and other trades. You’ll learn how to apply concepts of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry and their formulas related to occupational areas of study. Plus, you’ll find out how to perform basic arithmetic operations and solve word problems as they’re applied to specific trades.
- Maps to a course commonly required by vocational schools, community and technical college, or for certification in the skilled trades
- Covers the basic concepts of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry
- Helps professionals keep pace with job demands
Whether you’re a student currently enrolled in a program or a professional who is already in the work force, Technical Math For Dummies gives you everything you need to improve your math skills and get ahead of the pack.
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Statistical Consequences of Fat Tails: Real World Preasymptotics, Epistemology, and Applications (Revised Edition) (Technical Incerto)
The monograph investigates the misapplication of conventional statistical techniques to fat tailed distributions and looks for remedies, when possible.
Switching from thin tailed to fat tailed distributions requires more than “changing the color of the dress”. Traditional asymptotics deal mainly with either n=1 or n=∞, and the real world is in between, under of the “laws of the medium numbers” –which vary widely across specific distributions. Both the law of large numbers and the generalized central limit mechanisms operate in highly idiosyncratic ways outside the standard Gaussian or Levy-Stable basins of convergence.
A few examples:
+ The sample mean is rarely in line with the population mean, with effect on “naive empiricism”, but can be sometimes be estimated via parametric methods.
+ The “empirical distribution” is rarely empirical.
+ Parameter uncertainty has compounding effects on statistical metrics.
+ Dimension reduction (principal components) fails.
+ Inequality estimators (GINI or quantile contributions) are not additive and produce wrong results.
+ Many “biases” found in psychology become entirely rational under more sophisticated probability distributions
+ Most of the failures of financial economics, econometrics, and behavioral economics can be attributed to using the wrong distributions.
This book, the first volume of the Technical Incerto, weaves a narrative around published journal articles.Read more
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TECHNICAL ENGINEERING NOTEBOOK: Useful Sketchbook with A4 Technical Drawing Formats with Title Block, for Engineers, Architects, Interior Designers, Furniture Designers,…
Put your technical ideas on paper when you want to transmit a technical concept, when you have to write down the requirements of a project, when you want to sketch a plan, or when you have an idea and don’t have a computer available!This sketchbook with A4 technical drawing formats with title block is the perfect companion in all your engineering design activities. You’ll feel focused and inspired about the work you’re about to undertake when you take notes in a way that complements your intentions. The Technical Engineering Notebook contains 75 A4 technical formats with title block, consisting of 25 blank formats, 25 graph paper 5×5 mm formats, and 25 isometric graph paper 5 mm formats, suitable for any situation.
A useful tool for engineers, designers, or architects!
The main features of our notebook:
– 150 single-sided printed pages, making 75 A4 drawing formats, with title block
– printed on high quality white paper
– elegant premium cover, matt finish
– soft coverGet your copy today and start sharing your technical ideas!
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Handbook of Technical Writing, Tenth Edition, The
Combining guidance for writing over 40 types of professional documents with thorough coverage of grammar, usage, and style, the “Handbook of Technical Writing” functions as both a writer’s handbook and a complete guide to technical communication. It provides quick access to hundreds of topics and scores of sample documents and visuals. New features in the tenth edition include: updated application cover letter, interviewing for a job, and resume sections; professionalism notes, providing insight to students entering the job market; digital tips; entries on adapting to new technologies, writing grant proposals, and using plain language; new index; up-to-date documenting sources; and, more model documents.Read more
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NCFE Level 1/2 Technical Award in Health and Fitness, Second Edition
Trust highly experienced teachers and authors Ross Howitt and Mike Murray to guide students through the latest NCFE Level 1/2 Technical Award in Health and Fitness (for first teaching from September 2022 onwards).
This Student Textbook will strengthen students’ understanding of the content and boost the skills required to tackle the NEA with confidence.
Brought to you by the No.1 Sport and PE textbook publisher, this Student Textbook is:
>> Comprehensive – gain in-depth knowledge of each content area with clear explanations of every concept and topic and easy-to-follow chapters.
>> Accessible, reliable and trusted – structured to match the specification and provide students with the information they need to build knowledge, understanding and skills.
>> Designed to support all students – boost confidence when tackling the internal non-examined and external examined assessments with plenty of activities to test and consolidate knowledge.
>> The go-to guide – expert authors have carefully designed tasks and activities to build skillset in order to aid progression and questions to assess understanding.Read more
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The City & Guilds Textbook: Book 2 Electrical Installations, Second Edition: For the Level 3 Apprenticeships (5357 and 5393), Level 3 Advanced … & T Level Occupational…
Equip yourself with the tools for success in Electrical Installations with this comprehensive and updated edition of our bestselling textbook, published in association with City & Guilds and IET.
– Study with confidence using the most up-to-date information available for the new industry standards, including the 2022 amendments to BS7671: 2018, The IET Wiring Regulations 18th edition
– Enhance your understanding of concepts in electrical installation with 100s of clear and accurate technical drawings and step-by-step photo sequences
– Practise maths and English in context, with embedded ‘Improve your maths’ and ‘Improve your English’ activities
– Get ready for the workplace with industry tips
– Prepare for your trade tests or end-of-year exams with end-of-chapter practice questions
– Engage with author Peter Tanner’s accessible text, drawing on his extensive industry experience
– Target your learning with detailed qualification mapping grids for the latest City & Guilds Level 3 qualifications – including the 2365, 8202, 5357 and 5393 specifications, as well as the 352 and 353 T Level occupational specialismsRead more
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Aircraft Technical Knowledge for the Private Pilot (Aviation Books Private Pilot Series)
Aircraft are amazing machines that can leap into the sky with seemingly little effort. However, aircraft are complicated, and pilots must understand them to fly safely. Understanding the theory side of the aircraft is essential for all pilots, giving them the confidence to make the right decision when things are not running smoothly.The focus of this book is on airframe structures, engines and systems in single-engine, propeller-driven aircraft. This book follows closely the syllabi of Aircraft Technical Knowledge from a range of aviation authorities around the world. This book goes beyond these syllabi, with a particular focus on practical aviation, linking science with the real world. Each chapter contains a range of visual figures in full color and mini case studies that will allow the reader to have a deeper understanding of the aircraft.
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Technical Communication: A Reader-centered Approach (Mindtap Course List)
Join the thousands of students who have used Anderson’s TECHNICAL COMMUNICATION: A READER-CENTERED APPROACH to develop the communication skills that employers consistently rank at the very top of the qualifications they seek in college graduates. You will learn to meet the special demands and expectations of the workplace by adapting and building on what you already know about writing and speaking effectively. Chapters guide you through the writing process and teach you how to communicate successfully at work, whether in print, orally, online, or through social media. Throughout, you’ll find easy-to-learn guidelines and thoroughly annotated examples of effective communications.Read more
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Technical Communication for Environmental Action (SUNY series, Studies in Technical Communication)
Climate change is one of the most significant challenges facing the global community in the twenty-first century. With its position at the border of people, technology, science, and communication, technical communication has a significant role to play in helping to solve these complex environmental problems. This collection of essays engages scholars and practitioners in a conversation about how the field has contributed to pragmatic and democratic action to address climate change. Compared to most prior work-which offers theoretical perspectives of environmental communication-this collection explores the actual practice of international technical communicators who participate in government projects, corporate processes, nonprofit programs, and international agency work, demonstrating how technical communication theories such as participatory design, social justice, and ethics can help shape pragmatic environmental action.Read more
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My Revision Notes: City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate in Plumbing (8202-25)
Unlock your full potential with this revision guide that will guide you through the content and skills you need to succeed in the City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate in Plumbing (8202).
– Plan your own revision and focus on the areas you need to revise with key content summaries and revision activities for every topic
– Understand key terms you will need for the exam with user-friendly definitions and a glossary
– Breakdown and apply scientific and mathematic principles with clear worked examples
– Use the exam tips to clarify key points and avoid making typical mistakes
– Test yourself with end-of-topic questions and answers and tick off each topic as you complete it
– Get ready for the exam with tips on approaching the paper, and sample exam questions
—-‘A great idea and a great addition for the students. It is difficult enough to encourage the students to do their own notes for revision but the My Revision Notes book is a very good start to the process and a means to them using the guidance in preparing for their exams.’
— Mike Line, Programme Manager Plumbing and Gas, Leicester College
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Technical Writing For Dummies
Learn to document the technology that makes the world go
Technical Writing For Dummies is a master class on how to build a career writing user manuals, e-learning, streaming, simulations, and more. It even zooms into the metaverse. Whether you’re new to the field, a seasoned professional, or a technical person who needs to write, this guide arms you with the skills you need to cash in on this flourishing world of technical writing. This isn’t your average how-to. It’s a compendium of innovative industry knowledge that will help you set yourself apart with the latest trends and best practices in technical writing. As a tech writer, you’ll need a robust skillset that allows you to offer clear and concise documentation for just about anything. This new edition of Technical Writing For Dummies—updated for all of today’s tech writing advances—can get you there.
- Uncover the basics of technical writing and master common documentation types
- Get insight into the career paths available to tech writers today
- Discover new remote collaboration options and cloud-based tools for technical writers
- Learn how to elevate your documents for high search engine optimization (SEO) rankings
- Improve your craft to connect with diverse, global audiences
Whether you’re a technical writer or technical professional who needs to write—you can learn the best practices of effective technical writing, as well as how to navigate its various formats and platforms, thanks to this handy Dummies guide.
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Isometric Notebook: Detailed Light Grid (1/4″ and 1/8″) for Easy 3D Drawing, Drafting, Technical Drawing and Sketching | 8.5″ x 11″ | 110 pages Graph Paper
Check out my author profile, you’ll find more interesting stylish notebooks there.This notebook will become a true assistant in your projects and will allow you to easily create technical drawings and visualizations.
The detailed isometric grid (1/4″ and 1/8″) with thin light lines is perfect for working with any drafting tools.Specifications:
⦁ Dimensions: 8.5″ x 11″
⦁ 110 pages
⦁ White paper
⦁ High-quality soft glossy coverCreated especially for you by our professional designers.
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