A Math-Based Writing System for Engineers
Sentence Algebra & Document Algorithms
Authors: Henderson, Brad
Free Preview- Introduces a novel, highly audience-relevant approach to formal writing instruction
- Provides variable-entry-points for students and professionals needing to improve or complete their engineering writing skill set
- Illustrates the author’s pedagogy with instructional-design blueprints to deliver solid, measurable results
- Broadens ESL engineers' and students' understanding of formal written English in context
- Includes learning outcomes and suggested activities
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- About this book
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This book presents the generative rules for formal written communication, in an engineering context, through the lens of mathematics. Aimed at engineering students headed for careers in industry and professionals needing a “just in time” writing resource, this pragmatic text covers all that engineers need to become successful workplace writers, and leaves out all pedagogical piffle they do not. Organized into three levels of skill-specific instruction, A Math-Based Writing System for Engineers: Sentence Algebra & Document Algorithms guides readers through the process of building accurate, precise sentences to structuring efficient, effective reports. The book’s indexed design provides convenient access for both selective and comprehensive readers, and is ideal for university students; professionals seeking a thorough, “left -brained” treatment of English grammar and “go to” document structures; and ESL engineers at all levels.
- About the authors
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Brad Henderson is a Continuing Lecturer in the University Writing Program at the University of California, Davis. He holds a BS in mechanical engineering and a master’s in professional writing.
- Table of contents (21 chapters)
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Introduction to the Math-Based Writing System
Pages 1-4
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Part I Primer: The Elements of Sentence Algebra
Pages 7-15
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The Core Variables N, V, and X
Pages 17-33
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The Accessory Variables: Mn, Mv, L, C, and I
Pages 35-49
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Basic Sentence Equations: B1, B2, and B3
Pages 51-70
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Table of contents (21 chapters)
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Bibliographic Information
- Bibliographic Information
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- Book Title
- A Math-Based Writing System for Engineers
- Book Subtitle
- Sentence Algebra & Document Algorithms
- Authors
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- Brad Henderson
- Copyright
- 2020
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing
- Copyright Holder
- Springer Nature Switzerland AG
- eBook ISBN
- 978-3-030-10756-7
- DOI
- 10.1007/978-3-030-10756-7
- Hardcover ISBN
- 978-3-030-10754-3
- Edition Number
- 1
- Number of Pages
- XXIV, 357
- Number of Illustrations
- 57 b/w illustrations, 17 illustrations in colour
- Topics
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