Planning and Design of Engineering Systems, Second Edition

by Graeme Dandy

Providing students with a commonsense approach to the solution of engineering problems and packed full of practical case studies to illustrate the role of the engineer, the type of work involved and the methodologies employed in engineering practice, this textbook is a comprehensive introduction to the scope and nature of engineering. It outlines a conceptual framework for undertaking engineering projects then provides a range of techniques and tools for solving the sorts of problems that commonly arise. Focusing in particular on civil engineering design, problem solving, and the range of techniques and tools it employs, the authors also Designed specifically for introductory courses on undergraduate engineering programs, this extensively revised and extended second edition is an invaluable resource for all new engineering undergraduates as well as non-specialist readers who are seeking information on the nature of engineering work and how it is carried out.

416 pages, Hardcover

First published July 1, 2007

Reviews

[Devyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

I borrowed this book from the University Library as alternative course material for Fundamentals of Engineering Design. Its treatment of the material was well organized and efficient. I feel strongly that this book alone, without the course, could have exposed me equally well to such topics as multi-criteria decision making, design methodologies, concept generation, divergent thinking, lifetime analysis and risk analysis. This book did not cover material relating to reverse engineering and design analysis and optimization.