Book, Introduction to Engineering (Holtzapple) 1/06[LS]

Introduction to Engineering introduces fundamental engineering concepts to first-year undergraduate engineering students. Its main objective is to positively motivate students for the rest of their training studies, as well as in their future professional careers. Because of its concise but comprehensive presentation, the book can be adopted into a variety of introductory courses. The book's specific objectives include motivating students about engineering; develop problem-solving skills; cultivate professionalism; provide information that students are unlikely to find in other sources; present the design process; emphasize the importance of communication skills.