Big Barrels takes aim at the perception that in Africa oil and gas can do no good. For decades, resource wealth in Sub-Saharan Africa has been synonymous with corruption and dysfunction. The reality is far more complex and generally more encouraging.
An introduction to engineering surveying is written for civil engineering and geomatics or land surveying tertiary students who are studying towards a Bachelors degree or a National diploma. It covers a wide range of spatial measurement methods that support civil engineering planning.
Construction methods for civil engineering second edition is written for tertiary students who are studying towards a National Diploma or bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. Civil engineering concepts are related to situations encountered in the field to enhance understanding of these concepts.
The digital revolution has brought with it a wider range of options for creating and producing print on paper products than ever seen before. With the growing demand for skills and knowledge with which to exploit the potential of digital technology, comes the need for a comprehensive book that not only makes it possible for production staff, editors, and designers to understand how the technology affects the industry they work in, but also provides them with the skills and competencies they need
The defining aim of this new fifth edition is to re-establish the correct understanding of the term biotechnology. John Smith also re-examines the ethics and morality of aspects of biotechnology and puts new emphasis on stem cells and regenerative medicine and micro RNA.
Advanced Dynamics is a broad and detailed description of the analytical tools of dynamics. The strengths and weaknesses of various approaches are discussed, and particular emphasis is placed on learning through problem solving. Many worked examples and homework problems are provided.
Laying to rest the common myths and misconceptions that surround ergonomics, this book gives an overview of cognitive as well as physical ergonomics. Design oriented, systems oriented, and results oriented, it provides the tools needed to solve systems problems and develop adequate design solutions.
Part of a series of three books which together provide a practical guide to carpentry and joinery for students. This work deals with the fundamentals of the subject from topics such as timber and wood preservation and protection, to an outline of the tools available and information on the basic woodworking joints, adhesives and fixing devices.
Designed to assist construction students as part of their technical education, this text aims to provide an understanding of the materials used in buildings, and the results of applying technology. It covers the basic aspects of building construction together with how to apply them on site.