This book is designed to cover all of the mathematical topics required in the typical engineering curriculum. Hundreds of examples with worked out solutions provide a "self- study" format for both engineering students and as a refresher course for practicing engineers. Covers Algebra, Vectors, Geometry, Calculus, Series, Differential Equations, ......
The volume explores how personality emerges from and interacts with biological, developmental, cognitive, affective, and social processes, and the implications for well-being and health. Innovative research programs and methods are presented throughout.
Includes Python-based code samples to access data from a MySQL table in a Pandas data frame and Java-based code samples for accessing data in a MySQL database, along with XML documents and JSON documents. The book also introduces NoSQL, presents an overview of MongoDB, and SQLite - an open-source RDBMS available on mobile devices.
This handbook covers basic concepts in mechanical engineering and mechatronics, including stress and strain, mechanics of solids, internal combustion engines, refrigeration, fluid mechanics, control systems, actuation, robotics, electro-mechanical systems, hydraulics, and more. Using step by step examples and numerous illustrations, the book is ......
Designed to cover the fundamental concepts of thermodynamics used in engineering, the book introduces topics such as the laws of thermodynamics, exergy analysis, thermodynamic cycles, measurement theory, and applications. Using step by step examples and numerous illustrations, the book is designed with a "self-teaching" methodology, including a ......
The Early Childhood Model of Individualized Positive Behavior Support
The premier Tier 3 intervention for the Pyramid Model, Prevent‐Teach‐Reinforce for Young Children (PTR‐YC) is a research‐proven, family‐centered approach used in preschool settings nationwide to resolve persistent challenging behaviors.
Treating cancer has always been a major challenge. Although great strides in treatment have taken place in recent years, all too often current treatments are less than effective, or patients relapse. Newer methods of cancer treatment, namely targeted therapy and immunotherapy have generated great excitement in the scientific community. These newer ......
Quantitative methods have become essential in economic forecasting, allocation of resources, portfolio analysis, inventory analysis, data-mining, and new and innovative solutions to myriad socialand climate challenges. The aim of this text is to provide a basic understanding of these quantitative methods. Using topics such as finite mathematics, ......
Provides step-by-step instruction on modern 3D graphics shader programming in OpenGL with Java, along with its theoretical foundations. The book has been designed in a colour, 'teach-yourself' format, and is appropriate both for computer science graphics courses, and for professionals interested in mastering 3D graphics skills.
