Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering has been revised to be in line with the technical qualifications of the new engineering apprenticeship standards at Level 3. It covers eight units of the BTEC L3 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Development Technical Knowledge qualification, as well as some content in the BTEC National Engineering Syllabus and BTEC L3 Aerospace and Aviation Engineering specialist qualifications. It is ideal for students undertaking Level 3 courses in engineering, as well as Level 4 engineering courses.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 500 pages
Publication date: 13 July 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Mechanical Engineering, now in its fourth edition, has undergone a significant revision to align with the technical qualifications of the new engineering apprenticeship standards at Level 3. In addition to this, the book has been expanded to include four new chapters that delve into the realms of static and dynamic engineering systems, fluid systems, and additive manufacturing. This comprehensive text covers eight units of the BTEC L3 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Development Technical Knowledge qualification, as well as some content from the BTEC National Engineering Syllabus and the BTEC L3 Aerospace and Aviation Engineering specialist qualifications. Furthermore, it encompasses a portion of the content in the EAL L3 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Development Technical Knowledge qualification.

To enhance the learning experience, mathematical theory is supported by numerous examples that allow students to apply and grasp the concepts effectively. Furthermore, the book includes activities for students to complete outside the classroom, which serve to contextualize the theory and reinforce its understanding. Throughout the text, test your knowledge quizzes are interspersed, enabling students to assess their grasp of the material. Additionally, end-of-unit review questions are provided, aiding in exam preparation and course work.

This book is particularly well-suited for students pursuing Level 3 engineering courses, although students enrolled in Level 4 engineering courses will also find the content of this book valuable to their studies. Alan Darbyshire, a retired Further Education lecturer with extensive experience in textbook authoring for Intermediate GNVQ and AVCE, has contributed to the development of several mechanical engineering units for the BTEC National specifications. Charles Gibson, on the other hand, holds a degree in aeronautical mechanical engineering and has a wealth of 16 years of experience in the Royal Navy, where he maintained military helicopters. After retiring from the military in 2008, he has worked in Further Education as the Head of Aeronautical Engineering.

Weight: 960g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032188539
Edition number: 4 ed