Explores the “masterpieces” of mathematics, 17 landmarks spanning 2,300 years and representing 10 mathematicians. Each of these landmarks, to some degree, changed the way the world was perceived. Each theorem is presented with a description of the state of mathematics at the time, the development of the theorem, a biographical sketch of the mathematician, and an outline of the proof with explanation..
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Applied Coding and Information Theory for Engineers
FEATURES Presents the theory and practical applications of coding and information theory integrated with detailed examples which illustrate key concepts and enlarge the theory. Every major section of the book includes at least one example of a design-oriented problem where the theory is applied. balances the discussion between theory and practical applications without sacrificing one for the other Required mathematical developments immediately precede material on ‘how to’ apply the methods and theory, however the traditional theorem-proof format is not used. Presents an overview of digital communication systems and the concept of information. Introduces discrete information sources and the fundamental concepts of entropy and data compression codes. Includes a brief introduction to the application of information theory to cryptography. Written in an easy-to-follow conversational style that integrates practical engineering issues through formal and conceptual discussions of mathematical issues. Makes extensive use of explicit examples that illustrate the methods and theory throughout the book..
UNIX Network Programming
A practical book that explains many of the details that have been considered a mystery, this guidebook focuses on the design, development, and coding of networking software under the UNIX operating system. It begins by showing how a fundamental basic for networking programming is interprocess communication (IPC), and a requisite for understanding IPC is a knowledge of what constitutes a process. Throughout, the text provides both a description and examples of how and why a particular solution is arrived at..
Unix Programming Environment
Thermal Environmental Engineering
The latest edition of the classic book grounded in the fundamentals. It introduces heating, ventilation, and air conditioning starting with basic principles of engineering leading to the latest HVAC design practice. Its engineering approach emphasizes fundamentals and realistic applications. Acknowledging numerous approaches to all engineering problems, the book presents alternate approaches and describes why some approaches work best in specific applications and what compromises are made using each of them. Provides carefully worked examples with step-by-step solutions listing assumptions, reference equations, and supporting material. Incorporates a careful use of easy-to-follow units and conversion factors providing basic mass and energy balances. The third edition of Thermal Environmental Engineering has been updated to reflect current approaches as well as new chapters on energy estimation, air handling system design, and piping system design. Discusses new replacement refrigerants as well as environmental issues. Presents single and multiple zone psychronetric systems; moisture transport in building structures; and the latest topics on indoor air quality and human comfort. An essential reference book for professional mechanical engineers..
Technical Mathematics with Calculus
Introduction to Digital Communication
This book provides a comprehensive and in-depth practical introduction to digital communications, from fundamental theory to state-of the-art material. It incorporates many practical examples of design issues.The book offers a broad perspective through a wide range of discussion topics, as well as basic background material. It covers a wide range of topics, including digital modulation; signal-space methods; coding; spread spectrum communications; digital cellular communications; and satellite communication link analysis. The book includes derivations as well as tables of special functions. It also provides applications of MATLAB programs useful in communication system design..
Security Officer’s Training Manual
Presenting a detailed overview of a security offer’s role in law enforcement, this text covers the laws governing both police and security officers, what constitutes a good arrest, the skills required to work with the public, and explains the need for cooperation between all law enforcement officers. It includes a work for the security officer’s manual and an instructor’s work book. For security professionals and all those interested in a career as a security professional..
Basic Business Statistics: Concepts and Applications
Reflecting the latest trends and methodologies, this comprehensive and innovative study on business statistics uses a practical, data-analytic approach. Based on the development of a survey which integrates the various topics and provides a cohesive study of descriptive statistics, probability, statistical inference, and regression analysis, it now focuses on data analysis and interpretation of computer output with a reduced focus on hand calculations. Creates an Employee Satisfaction Survey yielding 400 sample responses which readers can use to integrate such topics as descriptive statistics, probability, statistical inference, and regression analysis. Offers over 1200 realistic applications problems, 170 Survey/Database Projects, and relevant case studies. Contains two distinct types of summary sections to facilitate understanding – Exploratory and Confirmatory Data Analysis sections (looking at the four components of good data analysis – plotting, observing, computing and describing), and Ethical Issue sections (helps readers learn to think critically about the ramifications of the ethical issues involved in data analysis). Provides thorough coverage of regression and multiple regression, and considers many popular methodologies, including exploratory data analysis (EDA) techniques and dot charts, Pareto diagrams and supertables. Now opens each chapter with a ‘Using Statistics’ example that shows how statistics can be applied to accounting, finance, management or marketing – plus includes appendices on using Microsoft Excel 97 and Minitab; an additional chapter on multiple regression that focuses on model building; a new chapter on decision making; a running case study, and more..
Elements of ML Programming, ML97 Edition
— The author, who is a data structure pioneer, shows how standard structure and problems (e.g., hashing, binary trees, solving linear equations, numerical integration, and sorting) are implemented with ML.– Makes ML programming interesting for the uninitiated.– Demonstrates the power and ease of functional programming with a variety of interesting small and large program examples.Written by a well-known computer science education and researcher. No previous knowledge of ML or functional programming is assumed.This is the first book that offers Both a highly accessible, step-by-step introductory tutorial on ML programming and a complete reference to, and explanation of, advanced features. The author uses a wide variety of digestible program examples to bring the reader along at a reasonable pace. More sophisticated programs and advanced concept topics balance out a book that is usable in a number of courses and settings for either self-study or class discussion..