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Textbooks, references and open learning resources.
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Business Calculus with Excel
Mike May, S.J. & Anneke Bart · Saint Louis University
This text is intended for a one semester calculus course for business students with the equivalent of a college algebra prerequisite. Rather than being a three-semester engineering calculus course that has been watered down to fit into one semester it is designed for the business students.
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Mechanics Map
Jacob Moore et al. · Pennsylvania State University Mont Alto
In the contents: 05: Engineering Structures
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EQ: The Competitive Edge in Project Management
Ravi Ravikumar · De Anza College
The book introduces emotional intelligence at a practical level to project managers. People-related issues are the most unpredictable factor in any project, and the better equipped the project manager is, the better the chances of success. Students learn the value of emotional intelligence by reviewing over a dozen real-life case studies from inter- and intra-company projects. In a classroom setting, the case studies help create a collaborative learning experience through in-class interactions.
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Embedded Controllers Using C and Arduino
James M. Fiore · Mohawk Valley Community College
This text is designed to introduce and expand upon material related to the C programming language and embedded controllers, and specifically, the Arduino development system and associated Atmel ATmega microcontrollers. It is intended to fit the time constraints of a typical 3 to 4 credit hour course for electrical engineering technology and computer engineering technology programs, although it could also fit the needs of a hardware-oriented course in computer science.
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Foundations of Computation
Carol Critchlow & David J. Eck · Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Foundations of Computation is a free textbook for a one-semester course in theoretical computer science. The course has no prerequisites other than introductory computer programming. The first half of the course covers material on logic, sets, and functions that would often be taught in a course in discrete mathematics. The second part covers material on automata, formal languages, and grammar that would ordinarily be encountered in an upper level course in theoretical computer science.
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A Guide to MATLAB
Austin Bray & Reza Montazami · LibreTexts
This textbook provides an introduction to the MATLAB programming language for first-year mechanical engineering students enrolled in ME 160. Designed to follow the content taught in class, this book provides a supplement to in-class learning that is presented at a level that is understandable to a student with no experience coding before coming to Iowa State University.
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Think Data Structures - Algorithms and Information Retrieval in Java
Allen B. Downey · Olin College
This book is intended for college students in computer science and related fields, as well as professional software engineers, people training in software engineering, and people preparing for technical interviews.
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Math, Numerics, and Programming (for Mechanical Engineers)
Masayuki Yano, James Douglass Penn, George Konidaris, & Anthony T Patera · Massachusetts Institute of Technology
This text introduces elementary programming concepts including variable types, data structures, and flow control. After an introduction to linear algebra and probability, it covers numerical methods relevant to mechanical engineering, including approximation (interpolation, least squares and statistical regression), integration, solution of linear and nonlinear equations, ordinary differential equations, and deterministic and probabilistic approaches.
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To Catch the Rain
Lonny Grafman · Humboldt State University
To Catch the Rain is targeted at makers – DIYers looking for practical solutions to water problems for themselves or their communities. The book also provides an excellent overview of rainwater harvesting for students and teachers in environmental science, sustainable design, international development and engineering.
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Bio-Inspired Sensory Systems
Geoffrey Brooks · Florida State University Panama City
In the contents: 02: General Concepts from Engineering and Biology
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CHEM 210 General Chemistry I
Sol Parajon Puenzo · Cañada College
This course is the first half of a two-semester sequence in general chemistry intended for students pursuing majors in physical sciences, biological sciences and engineering. The topics include atomic theory, stoichiometry, chemical bonding, thermochemistry, periodicity, molecular geometry, gas laws, solution stoichiometry, intermolecular forces and selected topics covering redox and acid-base reactions.
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The Data Renaissance
J.J. Sylvia IV · Fitchburg State University
The Data Renaissance delves into the complexities of data's role in various industries and its broader impact on society. It highlights the challenges in investigating data practices, citing examples like TikTok, where algorithms and data handling are closely guarded secrets. The content, contributed by students under the guidance of an expert, covers a wide range of topics, including the ethical aspects of generative AI in education and the workplace.
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Delftse Foundations of Computation
Stefan Hugtenburg & Neil Yorke-Smith · Delft University of Technology
Delftse Foundations of Computation is a textbook for a one quarter introductory course in theoretical computer science. It includes topics from propositional and predicate logic, proof techniques, set theory and the theory of computation, along with practical applications to computer science. It has no prerequisites other than a general familiarity with computer programming.
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Direct Energy
Andrea M. Mitofsky · Trine University
This text discusses the physics behind energy conversion processes and a wide variety of energy conversion devices. it first surveys multiple devices that convert to or from electricity including piezoelectric devices, antennas, solar cells, light emitting diodes, lasers, thermoelectric devices, and batteries. This book puts concepts of energy conversion in a more abstract framework and introduce the idea of calculus of variations and illuminate relationships between energy conversion processes.
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CHEM 175 - General Chemistry I
Scott Van Bramer · Widener University
This is the first semester of chemistry for science, biomedical and chemical engineering, and pre-med programs. Topics include measurements, elements, atomic structure, molecular structure, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, acid-base reactions, equilibrium, and introductory kinetics. An understanding of how chemistry applies to living systems and the natural world, green chemistry and sustainable chemistry applications.
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Early Childhood Education: STEM (NWTC)
Vicki Tanck · Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
In the contents: 07: Early Engineering Experiences · 7.01: Engineering
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Computer Science from the Bottom Up
Ian Wienand · Red Hat
Computer science is often taught from the "top down"; applications, high level programming, software design and development theory, possibly data structures. Students will probably be exposed to binary, hopefully binary logic, possibly even some low level concepts such as registers, opcodes and the like at a superficial level. This book aims to move in completely the opposite direction, working from operating systems fundamentals through to how those applications are complied and executed.
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Applied Fluid Mechanics Lab Manual
Habib Ahmari and Shah Md Imran Kabir · University of Texas at Arlington
This lab manual provides students with the theory, practical applications, objectives, and laboratory procedure of ten experiments. The manual also includes educational videos showing how student should run each experiment and a workbook for organizing data collected in the lab and preparing result tables and charts.
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Manufacturing Processes
JuEun Lee · California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
In the contents: Topic 02: Engineering Drawing Review - Dimensioning
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Introduction to Design Equity
Miller · LibreTexts
Why do affluent, liberal, and design-rich cities like Minneapolis have some of the biggest racial disparities in the country? How can designers help to create more equitable communities? Introduction to Design Equity, an open access book for students and professionals, maps design processes and products against equity research to highlight the pitfalls and potentials of design as a tool for building social justice.