03155cam a22002655a 4500 18154172 20180412150258.0 140516s2014 enka frb f001 0 eng d 9781107610194 1107610192 DLC eng DLC DLC EG-ScBUE 22 001.42 THI Thiel, David V. Research methods for engineers / David V. Thiel. Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2014. xiii, 291 p. : ill. ; 23 cm. Includes bibliographical references and index. Machine generated contents note: 1. Introduction to engineering research; 2. Literature search and review; 3. Developing a research plan; 4. Statistical analysis; 5. Optimisation techniques; 6. Survey research methods; 7. Research presentation; 8. The path forward; Appendix A. Matlab plot functions; Appendix B. Excel plot functions. "Learn how to plan for success with this hands-on guide to conducting high-quality engineering research. Plan and implement your next project for maximum impact: step-by-step instructions cover every stage in engineering research, from the identification of an appropriate research topic through to the successful presentation of results. Improve your research outcomes: discover essential tools and methods for producing high-quality, rigorous research, including statistical analysis, survey design, and optimisation techniques. Research with purpose and direction: clear explanations, real-world examples, and over 50 customisable end-of-chapter exercises, all written with the practical and ethical considerations of engineering in mind. A unique engineering perspective: written especially for engineers, and relevant across all engineering disciplines, this is the ideal book for graduate students, undergraduates, and new academics looking to launch their research careers"-- "Research Methods for Engineers Learn how to plan for success with this hands-on guide to conducting high-quality engineering research. Plan and implement your next project for maximum impact Step-by-step instructions cover every stage in engineering research, from the identification of an appropriate research topic through to the successful presentation of results. Improve your research outcomes Discover essential tools and methods for producing high-quality, rigorous research, including statistical analysis, survey design, and optimization techniques. Research with purpose and direction Clear explanations, real-world examples, and over 50 customisable end-of-chapter exercises, all written with the practical and ethical considerations of engineering in mind. A unique engineering perspective Written especially for engineers, and relevant across all engineering disciplines, this is the ideal book for graduate students, undergraduates, and new academics looking to launch their research careers"-- Engineering Research Methodology. BUEsh GGEN ENGGEN April2018 Cover image http://assets.cambridge.org/97811070/34884/cover/9781107034884.jpg ddc 26506 26478 0 0 ddc 0 0 Baccah MAIN MAIN LOW 2018-04-12 1 3 001.42 THI 000047618 2023-12-23 2018-12-19 00:00:00 2018-12-19 BB