Mathematics for Engineers

A market-leading text providing a fundamental source of knowledge on key mathematical concepts every engineer needs. Mathematics for Engineers, 5th edition by Croft and Davidson, is the ultimate textbook in the field that will offer you the tools and support you need to develop vital mathematical skills for your profession. Practical, informal, and accessible, this book covers all requirements for a first-year engineering maths course, together with introductory material for even more advanced topics. Although the breadth of knowledge introduced requires a firm grasp of algebra to perform the techniques of calculus, the textbook will guide you through the foundations of the discipline and help you develop and nurture your skills gradually, introducing more complex concepts as you progress through the chapters. The latest edition combines traditional learning methods with interactive examples that will further support your learning, encouraging you to participate actively in the learning process and perform the relevant calculations to work through them. The main features also include: A brief introduction of the material in each chapter, followed by an explanation of the concepts presented. Examples and applications in each chapter that will help you cement your knowledge on the topics, encouraging you to participate in the problem-solving process. Highlighted key points and important results, helping you remember what you study - especially during the revision process. Pair this text with MyLab® Math Global MyLab is the teaching and learning platform that reaches every student. By combining trusted author content with digital tools and a flexible platform, MyMathLab personalises the learning experience and improves results for each student. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyLab® Math, search for: 9781292267685 Mathematics for Engineers, 5th Edition plus MyLab Math Global with Pearson eText. Package consists of: 9781292253640 Mathematics for Engineers, 5th Edition 9781292253671 Mathematics for Engineers, 5th Edition MyLab® Math Global 9781292267678 Mathematics for Engineers, 5th Edition, Pearson eText MyLab®Math is not included. Students, if MyLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN. MyLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information.

Anthony Croft is Professor of Mathematics Education at Loughborough University and Robert Davison spent over 30 years teaching and writing mathematics for higher education students. They have authored many best-selling mathematics textbooks including several for engineering students

Brief contents Contents Publisher's acknowledgements Preface Using mathematical software packages Arithmetic Fractions Decimal numbers Percentage and ratio Basic algebra Functions and mathematical models Polynomial equations, inequalities, partial fractions and proportionality Logarithms and exponentials Trigonometry Further trigonometry Complex numbers Matrices and determinants Using matrices and determinants to solve equations Vectors Differentiation Techniques and applications of differentiation Integration Applications of integration Sequences and series Differential equations Functions of more than one variable and partial differentiation The Laplace transform Statistics and probability An introduction to Fourier series and the Fourier transform Typical examination papers Appendix 1: SI units and prefixes Index