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 Physical Science  
Author: Stephen E. Swanson
ISBN: 047136018X
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This is an introductory book that provides students with the tools to master the basic principles of physics and chemistry needed by the aspiring technology professional. Like all the books in the critically acclaimed Preserving the Legacy series, each chapter is divided into subsections featuring learning objectives and a "Check Your Understanding" section to help students focus on important concepts. Questions requiring written and mathematical answers at the end of each chapter provide students with the opportunity to further demonstrate their understanding of the concepts. The only book available that specifically addresses the emerging need for a course to teach physics and chemistry principles to the growing number of students entering the various fields of technology, it offers a thorough grounding in foundational concepts along with "Technology" boxes that offer practical applications. Physical Science: What the Technology Professional Needs to Know features:
  • Crucial topics such as measuring systems, matter, energy, motion, electricity and magnetism, electromagnetic radiation, nuclear radiation and reactions, and chemical reactions and solutions
  • Integrated coverage linking specific concepts to everyday applications
  • An extensive glossary offering quick access to essential terminology
  • An accompanying laboratory manual with additional exercises to enhance learning

With its comprehensive coverage and quick-reference format, Physical Science: What the Technology Professional Needs to Know is also a handy resource for any technology professional needing a quick refresher or useful working reference.

Physical Science: What the Technology Professional Needs to Know

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Environmental technology is often part of a two-year degree program, with chemistry the only hard science prerequisite. The environmental technology programs now offered by the Partnership for Environmental Technology (PETE) have combined chemistry and physics into a single course offering, designed to give a fuller understanding of the processes and mechanics of environmental technology--and all within the time limits of a two-year degree program.

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This introductory text covers basic principles of physics and chemistry needed by technology professionals. Each chapter is divided into lessons featuring learning objectives and questions requiring written and mathematical answers. Technology boxes demonstrate practical applications. Coverage includes measuring systems, matter, energy, motion, electricity, electromagnetic radiation, nuclear radiation, and chemical reactions and solutions. Includes appendices on the quantum mechanical model of the atom, and on inorganic nomenclature, plus an extensive glossary. Enloe teaches in the Integrated Science and Technology Program at James Madison University. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)