Subjects:  1. Counseling - Vocational Guidance    2. Electric circuits    3. Electric meters    4. Electricity    5. Engineering - Electrical & Electronic    6. Science/Mathematics    7. Technical & Manufacturing Trades    8. Technology    9. Technology & Industrial Arts    10. Electrical engineering    11. Mathematics for scientists & engineers    12. Technology / Technical & Manufacturing Industries & Trades   

Subjects:  1. Business / Economics / Finance    2. General    3. Industries - Transportation    4. Transportation    5. Business & Economics / General    6. Transport industries   

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the right book, at the right time, in the right place... dubai
the right book, at the right time, in the right place... dubai

A must - read for anyone involved in complex development partnerships
Although this book addressed many tricky scenarios for land use and development, it was the only definitive guide I could find that addressed the acquisition of funding for commercial (high density residential) projects involving multiple partners. I'm sure I will be referring back to it regularly!

What a Phenomenal Job!
I read construction funding, prematurely perhaps, as one of my first ever real estate books - and I loved it! The book takes the reader through several once-real-life scenarios and explains the construction process step by step. I think that both ambitious beginners and more seasoned loan officers and developers would benefit from reading this book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Business / Economics / Finance    2. Construction - General    3. Construction industry    4. Engineering - Civil    5. Finance    6. Leases    7. Mortgage loans    8. Project Management    9. Real estate development    10. Science/Mathematics    11. Technology    12. Budgeting & financial management    13. Technology / Engineering / Civil    14. USA   

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Mr
Saving time when read it and reduce space during busy time, special for me as salesman (account manager)in specialty chemicals manufacturing. This is will be useful for me. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Engineering - Chemical & Biochemical    2. Reference    3. Science/Mathematics    4. Technology    5. Technology & Industrial Arts    6. Biochemical Engineering    7. Industrial chemistry    8. Technology / Engineering / Chemical & Biochemical   

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Great Guide
I studied a structural engineering in college & have no background in hydraulics, but somehow ended up in site-planning. My mentor left my firm & I was left on my own to struggle through drainage designs. This book has been a great complement to the guidelines & regulations I have, and has helped understand the theory behind all the computer based calculations I run. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Design and construction    2. Engineering - Civil    3. Engineering - Hydraulic    4. Environmental Engineering & Technology    5. Handbooks, manuals, etc    6. Science/Mathematics    7. Sewage Disposal And Treatment    8. Sewer design    9. Storm sewers    10. Technology    11. Technology & Industrial Arts    12. Technology / Engineering / Civil    13. Water industries    14. Water supply & treatment   

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3 and a half stars, pleasant reading, expectations too high
He starts off his book asking the reader to read the book cover to cover. This is not typical for a do it yourself project book. We needed some help on technical questions for a windowsill and backsplash and between reading the book when we can and trying the John Bridge Forum online and asking the specific question (we were unable to find another thread with our answers) we still have no answers. We have been trying to get answers for about 3 weeks now. However, for someone trying to learn masonry this is a good book to add to your library.

Full of Information
Got this book a few weeks ago as I prepare to redo two bathrooms.Although the pictures aren't the best, the descriptions, and funny writing style make this book a wealth of knowledge.

Great tip and step by step for all tile projects!
This book has been invaluable in my bathroom remodel.It contains many tips by the experts and scientific justification for other aspects of tile setting.A must have for the more advanced tile setting projects and a definite must for shower installs. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Amateurs' manuals    2. Building Details Finishing    3. Construction - General    4. Construction - Masonry    5. Crafts & Hobbies    6. Decorating    7. Do-It-Yourself - Masonry    8. Hobbies/Crafts    9. Home Improvement / Construction    10. House & Home    11. House & Home / Do-It-Yourself    12. House & Home / Masonry    13. Pottery & Ceramics    14. Technology    15. Technology & Industrial Arts    16. Tile laying    17. Tiles   

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The biblia
This is a book that everyone who works with water analysis have to buy.

Easly Understood by Geochemists
The "Standard Methods" is very well understood even for those in the non-Chemistry area that deals with environmental chemistry/geochemistry of natural waters. Besides the analytical work, many important aspects related to sampling and data interpretation are there. The 2005 Edition makes these tasks much easier. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Environmental Engineering & Technology    2. Medical / Nursing    3. Public Health    4. Science/Mathematics    5. Technology   

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Great guide for understanding.. a bit slim in application
Don't get me wrong, this is a great book and an easy read, but it leaves alot of unexplored avenues.If you are buying this on-line realize that this is a quick read (120 pages, large type and graphics included).For one thing Wheeler does not clarify the use of capability in regards to Ppk and Cpk (in case someone out there is interested).Nonetheless, Wheeler does a great job of condensing a lot of conceptual material into a neat little book that anyone dealing in IPM, SPC,six sigma, TQM or other quality systems or analysis can appreciate (this is an especially good book for those who may need to train others in understanding variation).Wheller's examples are both entertaining and acurately tease apart some important concepts.We are indebted to his clear, concise verbage- I just wish he would expand on a few key concepts.

Every business needs to deal with variation better
This book really opened my eyes to the concept of "noise" in data.The fact of the matter is that we accept metrics like "year over year" analysis because those are easy to produce.However, this book makes a successful case that we need to be smarter about acting on data analysis.Not everything is actionable.Sometimes it is just noise.
Excellent read
I would recommend this book for anyone wishing to go behind the daily number crunching and analysis. I particularly like the author's tone in explaining the mistakes in common thinking in any organization. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Business / Economics / Finance    2. Business/Economics    3. Production & Operations Management   

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Best introductory book to GIS
I am taking a class on GIS applications in public health and this book has been extremely helpful. It is simple, easy to follow, and the step-by-step exercises are the best.

Very good book for begineers
I was starting with Arc products and this book was a very good start.

Excellent Resource and teaching manual
I purchased this book to be able to create my own maps for a client.I was familiar with ArcGIS Desktop 8.3, but had never really created any GIS data.Using this book, I was able to create custom shape files, MXDs and layer files that really impressed the client.The author assumes little or no previous knowledge of using the product and does an outstanding job putting the information in the simplest of terms.Unlike the books that come with the software, this one will actually have you creating GIS data in no time flat.Well worth the money. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. ArcGIS    2. ArcGIS (Computer software)    3. Computer Books: General    4. Computer Graphics    5. Computer Graphics - General    6. Computers    7. Computers - Other Applications    8. Data Modeling & Design    9. Earth Sciences - Geography    10. Geographic information systems    11. Geography    12. Graphical user interfaces (Com    13. Graphical user interfaces (Computer systems)    14. Information Systems (Geography)    15. Miscellaneous Software    16. Remote Sensing    17. Computer Software Packages    18. Computers / Data Modeling & Design    19. Geographical information systems (GIS)    20. Map making & projections   

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Informative but not comprehensive
I had the idea that I would make my own very customized concrete countertops, but after reading the book I decided on granite instead.
Concrete a la carte
If you want to see everything that can possibly be done with concrete, this is your book.
Great Book
With out saying too much this book covers everything you need to know about DIY concrete countertops.Equipment to time involved very well worth the money. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Concrete    2. Countertops    3. Design & Construction    4. Do-It-Yourself    5. Do-It-Yourself - General    6. Home Improvement / Construction    7. House & Home    8. Remodeling & Renovation - General    9. Remodeling & Renovation - Kitchens    10. Woodwork - Furniture/Cabinetry    11. Building skills    12. Home furnishing & decoration    13. House & Home / Design & Construction    14. House maintenance    15. HOUSE & HOME / Do-It-Yourself   

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great product
item was received in a time manner and in great condition at a cheaper price
try another supplier
I purchased this book for classes at the community college in Arizona. Upon receiving the book, Amazon did not attach the CD-ROM that was suppose to go with it. Amazon still could not correct the order after the second try by sending me the CD-ROM that is stated in the editorial reviews. I had to return both books at there cost. Two weeks later, I am now looking for the book from another supplier. Amazon just couldn't fill the order correctly.

Great for a newcomer to the architectural world
I bought it used (1996 edition)at a bargain rate, in top condition. I'm changing from mechanical to architectural design and the book is priceless for me. It has all the basics, and lots of details. The book is a textbook with assignments and tests. Saves going to class. The focus is on design rather than CAD. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Architecture    2. Design & Drafting    3. Drafting & Mechanical Drawing    4. Technical & Manufacturing Trades    5. Technology & Industrial Arts    6. Architectural structure & design    7. Technology / Technical & Manufacturing Industries & Trades   

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The big DUH
This book is good enough at what it sets out to do, which is to define the major concepts and terms used by members of the Cult of Six Sigma. Spoiler alert: Six Sigma is process improvement using logic and data. (Well, duh!) Now you can save yourself nine bucks.

A basic primer anyone can read and understand
Essential.Managers don't miss out.Everyone needs to know these business basics.

Good basic introduction
We have used this book as a good basic introduction to Six Sigma.
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Subjects:  1. Business & Economics    2. Business / Economics / Finance    3. Business/Economics    4. Industrial Process Control    5. Management - General    6. Manufacturing    7. Organizational Behavior    8. Process control    9. Production management    10. Quality (Management)    11. Quality Control    12. Six sigma (Quality control standard)    13. Statistical methods    14. Total Quality Management    15. Business & Economics / Quality Control    16. Personnel & human resources management    17. Production & quality control management   

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Technical Writing
This book is very easy to read and understand. I ordered this book as a supplement to my current book used at my school. I would highly recommend this book to other new technical writers.
Practical and Educational
As the title mentions, Technical Writing 101, provides real-world planning tips. I found it to be very engaging, informative and very easy to read (finished within 24 hours of receiving it). It also sparked ideas on how I could look at a lot of projects I'm personally working on. The way the book is organized doesn't overload you with "too" much information. It also is very generous in providing other resources for further research and knowledge.
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Subjects:  1. Business & Economics    2. Business Writing    3. Business/Economics    4. Language Arts & Disciplines / Composition & Creative Writing    5. Technical Writing    6. Technology & Industrial Arts    7. Technology / Technical Writing    8. Composition & Creative Writing    9. Handbooks, manuals, etc    10. Language Arts & Disciplines    11. Technology    12. Writing and publishing   

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Great for Reference
This book starts with a great review of the basics of soil mechanics, and then discusses a wide range of topics such as foundations, bearing walls, footings, deep footings, and many more.Unlike other books, this book is not strictly theory; you can easily apply and understand what this book teaches. It also provides good examples.

Thumbs Up!
This is the most practical and comprehensive source for understanding foundations and their design... ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Engineering - Civil    2. Foundation Engineering    3. Foundations    4. Science/Mathematics    5. Technology    6. Technology & Industrial Arts    7. Soil & rock mechanics    8. Technology / Engineering / Civil   

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Well Thought Out Upgrade from Previous Editions
I have three editions of this book: the classic 4th edition, the useless 5th edition and this, the 7th edition.
Excellent resource
Roark's has been and remains an excellent resource for the structural engineer and designer regardless of the edition.This is a referance I use on a daily basis.Typically the first book I reach for.

PLEASE LIST EDITION OF BOOK, MARKETPLACE SELLERS
THIS IS NOT A REVIEW ON THIS BOOK --- THIS IS A COMMENT FOR MARKETPLACE SELLERS FOR THIS BOOK AND ALL ENGINEERING BOOKS --- YOU NEED TO LIST WHICH EDITION YOU ARE SELLING, AS THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT FOR THE BUYERS TO KNOW! DIFFERENT EDITIONS CAN BE IN DIFFERENT UNIT SYSTEMS, AND MOST PEOPLE ONLY WANT TO HAVE A PARTICULAR EDITION (FIRST, LATEST, ETC)!--- THANKS! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Engineering - Mechanical    2. Material Science    3. Mechanics - General    4. Nanostructures    5. Science/Mathematics    6. Strains and stresses    7. Strength Of Materials    8. Tables    9. Technology    10. Technology & Industrial Arts    11. Science / Mechanics    12. Stress & fracture    13. Structural engineering   

Subjects:  1. Art    2. Business/Economics    3. Clothing factories    4. Clothing trade    5. Decorating - General    6. Design - General    7. Quality control    8. Quality of products    9. Technical & Manufacturing Trades    10. Technology & Industrial Arts    11. Art / Design / General    12. Clothing & footware manufacture   

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Overall
The books corners were each dented. And the book itself doesn't lay out necessary equations and formulations in a manner that allows quick reference.

Good Reference For Engineer.
it is a very good quick reference for mechanical engineer, as it covered all the important topics in Design.

Great book
This is really a great book in a hard to grasp subject.It is easy to follow ,has a lot of excellent sample problems and examples ,student-friendly and it is ideal for selfstudy. It can also serve
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Subjects:  1. Engineering - Mechanical    2. Science/Mathematics    3. Technology    4. Technology & Industrial Arts    5. Mechanical engineering    6. Technology / Engineering / Mechanical   

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THE Authoritative Book on Batteries
As a battery engineer, I've found this handbook the single most useful technical reference in battery design, application, and troubleshooting. Handbook of Batteries
a very good book on tips of batteries. if i had never even read it, i would have died of an electrical shock my sister almost gave me.Read this book, it could save your life.

i'm an electrical power engineer
electricity and machines , generators and so on. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Electric Batteries    2. Electricity    3. Engineering - Electrical & Electronic    4. Handbooks, manuals, etc    5. Science/Mathematics    6. Technology    7. Technology & Industrial Arts    8. Circuits & components    9. Energy conversion & storage    10. Technology / Engineering / Electrical   

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Great Site Design Reference
I was a bit tentative when I started to use this text. The book has some minor editing problems, but if your desire is to really understand site design with an emphasis on drainage and grading plan design this text does the trick and does it well. I would recommend this book to any Jr. land development designer/engineer as a must have reference.

Great reference book!
This is a great book to have on your shelf. Kept referring to it for my Site Technology classes and I know I'll be referring to it in the future. I found it very helpful and clearly written. Would highly recommend it.

Thorough but Poorly Organized
Puchased this text to help review for the LARE exam.The text has all of the necessary information but is not layed out well.Illustrations are not located on pages where they are referenced in the text making it so that you have to flip back and forth across several pages to understand the text in relation to the examples.Read more

Subjects:  1. Architecture    2. Building sites    3. Engineering - Civil    4. Landscape    5. Landscape architecture    6. Landscape construction    7. Architecture / Landscape   

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A General Overview Of Occupational Safety
I used this book in a graduate Industrial Safety Management class, and agree with reviewer David Sullivan's assessment that this book is a good general overview of occupational safety and health issues, but that it is definitely more useful at the undergraduate level. I have a decent background in this area, and found no groundbreaking insights in this text, though I do believe that people (and especially students) new to the field would find it quite useful.
An Good Introductory Text
This book is a good introduction into occupational safety.Some of the information, especially in the area of robotics safety and automation, is quite dated.While this book is used in some graduate programs, it is more suited for the undergraduate.Important historical items such as Chernobyl were left out while other less fatal disasters were left in, but we can forgive the author if he includes it in his next version.
Excellent Service
I was provided quick an excellent service.Keep up the good work! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Business / Economics / Finance    2. Industrial Health & Safety    3. Industrial Management    4. Industrial hygiene    5. Industrial safety    6. Occupational Health And Safety    7. Science/Mathematics    8. Technology    9. United States    10. Occupational / industrial health & safety    11. Technology / Industrial Health & Safety