A Math-Based Writing System for Engineers: Sentence Algebra & Document Algorithms

Length: 381 pages
Edition: 1
Language: English
Publisher: Springer
Publication Date: 2019-10-11
ISBN-10: 303010754X
ISBN-13: 9783030107543
Sales Rank: #4456443 (See Top 100 Books)

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.

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Front Matter
1. Introduction to the Math-Based Writing System
Part I. Sentence Algebra
    2. Part I Primer: The Elements of Sentence Algebra
    3. The Core Variables N, V, and X
    4. The Accessory Variables: Mn, Mv, L, C, and I
    5. Basic Sentence Equations: B1, B2, and B3
    6. More Basic Sentence Equations: B4 and B5
    7. Advanced Sentence Structures: Compound and Complex Sentences and Relative Clauses
    8. More Advanced Sentence Structures: Verbal Phrases, Inversions, and Variations
Part II. Sentence Optimization
    9. Part II Primer: The Elements of Sentence Optimization
    10. Simplify and Clarify
    11. Eliminate Category I Errors
    12. Advance Optimal Style
    13. Minimize Category II Errors
Part III. Document Algorithms
    14. Part III Primer: The Elements of Document Algorithms
    15. Project Proposals
    16. Status Reports
    17. Project Reports
    18. Tech-to-Nontech Briefs
    19. Instructional Job Aids
    20. Expanding and Innovating Short-Form Documents into Long-Form Documents
    21. Twenty Universal Features of Excellent Engineering Documents
Back Matter