Each chapter builds on the content of previous ones. The third objective , or philosophy ,that we strive to main tain throughout the text is that if a topic or concept is worth treating,then it is worth treating in suffi cient detail and to the extent that students have the opportunity to fully under stand it witho ut having to consult other sources;also,in most cases ,some practical rele vance is provided.
Discussions are intended to be clear and concis e and to begin at appropriate levels of understanding. The fourth objective is to include features in the book that will expedite the learning process. These learning aids include:.
The fifth objective is to enhance the teaching and learning process by using the newer technologies that are available to most instructors and students of engi neering today. It has been fully revised and updated to provide complete coverage and reflect the latest developments in the field of materials science, including recent materials, developments, and processes such as advanced polymeric materials, composites, high-energy hard magnetic materials, and optical fibres in communications.
Bill Callister continues his dedication to student understanding by writing in a clear and concise manner, using terminology that is familiar and not beyond student comprehension - a feature of Materials Science and Engineering which has received many accolades in previous editions. Five hundred illustrations, photographs and figures complement Callister's text to provide visual representation and facilitate understanding.
Corrosion and degradation of materials are discussed in detail. Corrosion of ceramic materials, degradation of polymers, corrosion forms and environmental effects are some of the topics examined. Accompanying software is completely updated and expanded, including new animations with audio to explain key concepts.
The software also includes material properties and cost databases also found in Appendices B and C of the text and an equation solver, E-Z Solve, which will help facilitate the solution of mathematically complex problems. Why study? Chapter objectives - a brief list of learning objectives for each chapter stating the key learning concepts. William D.
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