Introduction to Environmental Engineering: Esource: The Prentice Hall Engineering Source
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ISBN-13: 9780132347471
ISBN-10: 0132347474
Pagini: 384
Dimensiuni: 203 x 249 x 18 mm
Greutate: 0.68 kg
Ediția:New.
Editura: Pearson
Seria Esource: The Prentice Hall Engineering Source
Locul publicării:Upper Saddle River, United States
ISBN-10: 0132347474
Pagini: 384
Dimensiuni: 203 x 249 x 18 mm
Greutate: 0.68 kg
Ediția:New.
Editura: Pearson
Seria Esource: The Prentice Hall Engineering Source
Locul publicării:Upper Saddle River, United States
Descriere
For introductory courses in engineering at the freshmen and sophomore levelat both community colleges and universities.
An environmental engineering text for beginning students.
In Introduction to Environmental Engineering, First Edition, authors Richard Mines and Laura Lackey explain complicated environmental systems in easy-to-understand terms, providing numerous examples to reinforce the concepts presented in each chapter.
An environmental engineering text for beginning students.
In Introduction to Environmental Engineering, First Edition, authors Richard Mines and Laura Lackey explain complicated environmental systems in easy-to-understand terms, providing numerous examples to reinforce the concepts presented in each chapter.
Cuprins
1 • ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING AS A PROFESSION 1
1.1 Welcome 1
1.2 What’s Your Definition of Environmental Engineering? 1
1.3 Environmental Engineers Make a Difference 2
1.3.1 Jobs in Demand 2
1.3.2 A Lousy Report Card 2
1.3.3 Basic Necessities–New Challenges 3
1.4 Duties and Important Characteristics of Environmental Engineers 3
1.4.1 Multidisciplinary Teams 4
1.4.2 Work Outdoors 4
1.4.3 Consulting Firms 4
1.4.4 Government 4
1.4.5 Regulatory Agencies 5
1.4.6 Industry 5
1.4.7 Academia 5
1.4.8 Does Environmental Engineering Match My Interests? 5
1.5 Environmental Calamities 5
1.5.1 Love Canal 5
1.5.2 Milwaukee Cryptosporidium Outbreak 6
1.5.3 Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster 7
1.6 Becoming an Environmental Engineer: A Lifelong Process 7
1.6.1 College Education 7
1.6.2 Professional Licensure 7
1.6.3 Engineering Ethics 8
1.6.4 Continuing Education 9
1.7 Problem Solving 10
1.8 Environmental Management 12
2 • INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
CALCULATIONS: DIMENSIONS, UNITS, AND CONVERSIONS 15
2.1 Introduction 15
2.2 Dimensions and Units 15
2.3 Essential Derived Units and Conversion Practice 18
2.3.1 Density 18
2.3.2 Concentration 20
2.3.3 Flow rate 26
2.3.4 Residence time 27
2.4 Precision, Bias, and Accuracy 28
2.5 Significant Figures 29
Summary 30
Key Words 30
References 30
Exercises 30
3 • ESSENTIAL CHEMICAL CONCEPTS 32
3.1 Introduction 32
3.2 Fundamentals 32
3.2.1 Atoms 32
3.2.2 Elements 32
3.3 Chemical Reactions 37
3.3.1 Stoichiometry 38
3.4 Solution Chemistry–Aqueous Phase 42
3.4.1 Acid-Base Chemistry 42
3.4.2 Strong Acids and Bases vs.Weak Acids and Bases 45
3.4.3 The Carbonate System and Alkalinity 47
3.5 Solid-Phase Equilibrium Reactions 48
3.6 Solution Chemistry–Gas Phase 51
3.6.1 Ideal Gas Law 51
3.6.2 General Gas Laws–Boyle’s, Charles’, Gay-Lussac, Combined Gas 51
3.6.3 Dalton’s Law of Partial Pressure 53
3.6.4 Raoult’s Law and Henry’s Law 54
4 • BIOLOGICAL AND ECOLOGICAL CONCEPTS 59
4.1 Introduction 59
4.2 Biological Systems 59
4.2.1 Cell Structure 60
4.2.2 Classification of Organisms 60
4.2.3 Major Groups of Organisms 61
4.2.4 Microbial Growth 66
4.3 Ecological Systems 69
4.3.1 Energy Flow in Ecosystems 70
4.3.2 Food Chains 71
4.3.3 Bioconcentration, Bioaccumulation, and Toxicity 74
4.4 Nutrient Cycles 75
4.4.1 Carbon Cycle 75
4.4.2 Nitrogen Cycle 76
4.4.3 Phosphorus Cycle 79
4.4.4 Sulfur Cycle 80
4.5 Limnological Concepts and Eutrophication 81
4.5.1 Stratification 82
4.5.2 Lake Classification 84
4.5.3 Dissolved-Oxygen Depletion in Streams 85
Summary 93
Key Words 93
References 93
Exercises 94
5 • RISK ASSESSMENT 98
5.1 Concept or Perception of Risk 98
5.2 Risk Assessment 101
5.2.1 Data Collection and Evaluation 102
5.2.2 Toxicity Assessment 102
5.2.3 Exposure Assessment 107
5.2.4 Risk Characterization 110
5.3 Risk Management 112
5.4 Environmental Impact Analysis 113
5.4.1 Overview of Environmental Impact Statement 113
5.4.2 Environmental Impact Statement 113
Summary 116
Key Words 117
References 117
Exercises 117
6 • DESIGN AND MODELING OF ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS 120
6.1 Introduction 120
6.2 Chemical and Biochemical Reactions 120
6.2.1 Rates of Reaction 121
6.2.2 Rate Law and Order of Reaction 121
6.2.3 Zero-Order Reactions 122
6.2.4 First-Order Reactions 123
6.2.5 Second-Order Reactions 125
6.2.6 Temperature Corrections 128
6.3 Material Balances 130
6.4 Flow Regimes and Reactors 134
6.4.1 Flow Regimes 134
6.4.2 Reactors 134
6.5 Energy Balances 143
6.5.1 Definition of Energy and Work 143
Summary 150
Key Words 150
References 150
Exercises 150
7 • SUSTAINABILITY AND GREEN DEVELOPMENT 154
7.1 Introduction 154
7.2 Sustainable Development and Green Engineering 155
7.2.1 Sustainable Development 155
7.2.2 Green Engineering 155
7.2.3 Material Selection 156
7.3 Nuclear Physics 158
7.3.1 Radioactivity 159
7.4 Case Histories 165
7.4.1 New Chairs from Haworth and Steelcase 165
7.4.2 Paper or Plastic Bags? 165
7.4.3 Selection of Materials for Beverage Containers 166
7.4.4 Coal versus Nuclear Energy 167
7.4.5 Advanced Integrated Wastewater Pond System (AIWPS) 167
Summary 169
Key Words 169
References 169
Exercises 171
8 • WATER QUALITY AND POLLUTION 172
8.1 Importance of Water 172
8.2 Beneficial Uses of Water 172
8.2.1 Public Supply 173
8.2.2 Domestic 174
8.2.3 Irrigation 174
8.2.4 Livestock 174
8.2.5 Aquaculture 174
8.2.6 Industrial 174
8.2.7 Mining 175
8.2.8 Thermoelectric Power 175
8.3 Hydrologic Cycle 175
8.4 Water Pollution 175
8.5 Water Quality Parameters 177
8.5.1 Conventional Water Quality Assessment Parameters 177
8.6 Water Quality Standards 194
8.6.1 Drinking Water Standards 194
8.6.2 Wastewater Effluent Standards 195
8.6.3 Surface Water Quality Standards 196
8.7 Kepone Contamination of the James River 197
Summary 197
Key Words 198
References 198
Exercises 199
9 • WATER TREATMENT 201
9.1 Introduction 201
9.2 General Considerations for Selecting Technology 202
9.2.1 Water Source and Quality 202
9.2.2 Drinking Water Standards 202
9.2.3 Microconstituents 203
9.3 Overview of Surface Water Treatment Systems 203
9.3.1 Conventional Surface Water Treatment 203
9.3.2 Membrane Treatment 205
9.4 Overview of Groundwater Treatment Systems 205
9.4.1 Conventional Lime-Soda Ash Treatment 206
9.4.2 Reverse Osmosis Treatment 206
9.5 Surface Water Treatment Processes 207
9.5.1 Coagulation and Flocculation 207
9.5.2 Mixing 210
9.5.3 Flocculation Tanks 213
9.5.4 Water Softening 215
9.5.5 Sedimentation 220
9.5.6 Filtration 226
9.5.7 Disinfection 233
9.6 Treatment of Water Treatment Plant Residuals 238
Summary 239
Key Words 239
References 239
Exercises 240
10 • DOMESTIC WASTEWATER TREATMENT 243
10.1 Introduction 243
10.2 Wastewater Treatment Categorization 245
10.2.1 Secondary Wastewater Treatment 245
10.2.2 Advanced Wastewater Treatment (AWT) 246
10.3 Overview of Wastewater Treatment Systems 246
10.4 Preliminary Treatment 247
10.4.1 Screening 248
10.4.2 Grit Removal 248
10.5 Primary Treatment 249
10.6 Secondary Treatment 252
10.6.1 Activated Sludge 253
10.6.2 Aerator Systems 258
10.6.3 Trickling Filters 260
10.7 Secondary Clarification 262
10.8 Disinfection of Wastewater 264
10.8.1 Disinfectants Used in Wastewater Treatment 264
10.8.2 Chlorination of Wastewater 264
10.8.3 Chlorine Contact Basin 264
10.9 Sludge Treatment and Disposal 266
10.9.1 Sludge Weight and Volume Relationships 266
10.9.2 Thickening Operations 267
10.9.3 Stabilization 269
10.9.4 Dewatering 275
10.9.5 Sludge Disposal 275
Summary 275
Key Words 276
References 276
Exercises 277
11 • AIR POLLUTION 279
11.1 Introduction 279
11.2 History 280
11.3 Regulatory Overview 281
11.4 Sources and Effects 282
11.4.1 Particulates 282
11.4.2 Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) 283
11.4.3 Carbon Monoxide (CO) 284
11.4.4 Sulfur Oxides (SOx) 284
11.4.5 Lead 285
11.4.6 Ozone (O3) 285
11.4.7 Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) 286
11.4.8 The Greenhouse Effect and Global Climate Change 286
11.5 Control of Particulate Matter From Stationary Sources 289
11.5.1 Mechanical Separators–Settling Chambers 290
11.5.2 Electrostatic Precipitators (ESPs) 293
11.6 Gas and Vapor Control Technology 297
11.6.1 Incineration 297
11.6.2 Absorption–Packed-Bed Scrubbers and Flue Gas Desulfurization 298
Summary 302
Key Words 302
References 302
Exercises 303
12 • FUNDAMENTALS OF HAZARDOUS WASTE SITE REMEDIATION 305
12.1 The Problem 305
12.1.1 Highlights in Hazardous Waste History 305
12.2 Contaminant Characteristics and Phase Distribution 309
12.2.1 Contaminants of Concern 309
12.2.2 Contaminant Characteristics 315
12.2.3 Darcy’s Law 320
12.3 Overview of Microbial Processes 323
12.3.1 An Overview of Bacteria 323
12.3.2 Environmental Factors Affecting Microbial Metabolism 323
12.4 Introduction to Engineered Remediation Processes 324
12.4.1 In situ Remediation Schemes 324
12.4.2 Ex situ Remediation Schemes — Composting and Landfarming 328
Summary 331
Key Words 331
References 331
Exercises 332
13 • INTRODUCTION TO SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT 333
13.1 Introduction 333
13.2 Regulations and Solid Waste Management 335
13.2.1 RCRA Solid Waste Definition 335
13.2.2 RCRA Hazardous Waste Definition 336
13.2.3 RCRA Nonhazardous Waste 337
13.3 Waste Generation (Quantifying MSW Generation) 337
13.4 Solid Waste Collection 340
13.4.1 Types of Collection Systems 340
13.4.2 Equipment 341
13.4.3 Problems and Concerns 341
13.5 Landfill Containment and Monitoring Systems 343
Summary 345
Key Words 345
References 345
Exercises 346
1.1 Welcome 1
1.2 What’s Your Definition of Environmental Engineering? 1
1.3 Environmental Engineers Make a Difference 2
1.3.1 Jobs in Demand 2
1.3.2 A Lousy Report Card 2
1.3.3 Basic Necessities–New Challenges 3
1.4 Duties and Important Characteristics of Environmental Engineers 3
1.4.1 Multidisciplinary Teams 4
1.4.2 Work Outdoors 4
1.4.3 Consulting Firms 4
1.4.4 Government 4
1.4.5 Regulatory Agencies 5
1.4.6 Industry 5
1.4.7 Academia 5
1.4.8 Does Environmental Engineering Match My Interests? 5
1.5 Environmental Calamities 5
1.5.1 Love Canal 5
1.5.2 Milwaukee Cryptosporidium Outbreak 6
1.5.3 Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster 7
1.6 Becoming an Environmental Engineer: A Lifelong Process 7
1.6.1 College Education 7
1.6.2 Professional Licensure 7
1.6.3 Engineering Ethics 8
1.6.4 Continuing Education 9
1.7 Problem Solving 10
1.8 Environmental Management 12
2 • INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
CALCULATIONS: DIMENSIONS, UNITS, AND CONVERSIONS 15
2.1 Introduction 15
2.2 Dimensions and Units 15
2.3 Essential Derived Units and Conversion Practice 18
2.3.1 Density 18
2.3.2 Concentration 20
2.3.3 Flow rate 26
2.3.4 Residence time 27
2.4 Precision, Bias, and Accuracy 28
2.5 Significant Figures 29
Summary 30
Key Words 30
References 30
Exercises 30
3 • ESSENTIAL CHEMICAL CONCEPTS 32
3.1 Introduction 32
3.2 Fundamentals 32
3.2.1 Atoms 32
3.2.2 Elements 32
3.3 Chemical Reactions 37
3.3.1 Stoichiometry 38
3.4 Solution Chemistry–Aqueous Phase 42
3.4.1 Acid-Base Chemistry 42
3.4.2 Strong Acids and Bases vs.Weak Acids and Bases 45
3.4.3 The Carbonate System and Alkalinity 47
3.5 Solid-Phase Equilibrium Reactions 48
3.6 Solution Chemistry–Gas Phase 51
3.6.1 Ideal Gas Law 51
3.6.2 General Gas Laws–Boyle’s, Charles’, Gay-Lussac, Combined Gas 51
3.6.3 Dalton’s Law of Partial Pressure 53
3.6.4 Raoult’s Law and Henry’s Law 54
4 • BIOLOGICAL AND ECOLOGICAL CONCEPTS 59
4.1 Introduction 59
4.2 Biological Systems 59
4.2.1 Cell Structure 60
4.2.2 Classification of Organisms 60
4.2.3 Major Groups of Organisms 61
4.2.4 Microbial Growth 66
4.3 Ecological Systems 69
4.3.1 Energy Flow in Ecosystems 70
4.3.2 Food Chains 71
4.3.3 Bioconcentration, Bioaccumulation, and Toxicity 74
4.4 Nutrient Cycles 75
4.4.1 Carbon Cycle 75
4.4.2 Nitrogen Cycle 76
4.4.3 Phosphorus Cycle 79
4.4.4 Sulfur Cycle 80
4.5 Limnological Concepts and Eutrophication 81
4.5.1 Stratification 82
4.5.2 Lake Classification 84
4.5.3 Dissolved-Oxygen Depletion in Streams 85
Summary 93
Key Words 93
References 93
Exercises 94
5 • RISK ASSESSMENT 98
5.1 Concept or Perception of Risk 98
5.2 Risk Assessment 101
5.2.1 Data Collection and Evaluation 102
5.2.2 Toxicity Assessment 102
5.2.3 Exposure Assessment 107
5.2.4 Risk Characterization 110
5.3 Risk Management 112
5.4 Environmental Impact Analysis 113
5.4.1 Overview of Environmental Impact Statement 113
5.4.2 Environmental Impact Statement 113
Summary 116
Key Words 117
References 117
Exercises 117
6 • DESIGN AND MODELING OF ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS 120
6.1 Introduction 120
6.2 Chemical and Biochemical Reactions 120
6.2.1 Rates of Reaction 121
6.2.2 Rate Law and Order of Reaction 121
6.2.3 Zero-Order Reactions 122
6.2.4 First-Order Reactions 123
6.2.5 Second-Order Reactions 125
6.2.6 Temperature Corrections 128
6.3 Material Balances 130
6.4 Flow Regimes and Reactors 134
6.4.1 Flow Regimes 134
6.4.2 Reactors 134
6.5 Energy Balances 143
6.5.1 Definition of Energy and Work 143
Summary 150
Key Words 150
References 150
Exercises 150
7 • SUSTAINABILITY AND GREEN DEVELOPMENT 154
7.1 Introduction 154
7.2 Sustainable Development and Green Engineering 155
7.2.1 Sustainable Development 155
7.2.2 Green Engineering 155
7.2.3 Material Selection 156
7.3 Nuclear Physics 158
7.3.1 Radioactivity 159
7.4 Case Histories 165
7.4.1 New Chairs from Haworth and Steelcase 165
7.4.2 Paper or Plastic Bags? 165
7.4.3 Selection of Materials for Beverage Containers 166
7.4.4 Coal versus Nuclear Energy 167
7.4.5 Advanced Integrated Wastewater Pond System (AIWPS) 167
Summary 169
Key Words 169
References 169
Exercises 171
8 • WATER QUALITY AND POLLUTION 172
8.1 Importance of Water 172
8.2 Beneficial Uses of Water 172
8.2.1 Public Supply 173
8.2.2 Domestic 174
8.2.3 Irrigation 174
8.2.4 Livestock 174
8.2.5 Aquaculture 174
8.2.6 Industrial 174
8.2.7 Mining 175
8.2.8 Thermoelectric Power 175
8.3 Hydrologic Cycle 175
8.4 Water Pollution 175
8.5 Water Quality Parameters 177
8.5.1 Conventional Water Quality Assessment Parameters 177
8.6 Water Quality Standards 194
8.6.1 Drinking Water Standards 194
8.6.2 Wastewater Effluent Standards 195
8.6.3 Surface Water Quality Standards 196
8.7 Kepone Contamination of the James River 197
Summary 197
Key Words 198
References 198
Exercises 199
9 • WATER TREATMENT 201
9.1 Introduction 201
9.2 General Considerations for Selecting Technology 202
9.2.1 Water Source and Quality 202
9.2.2 Drinking Water Standards 202
9.2.3 Microconstituents 203
9.3 Overview of Surface Water Treatment Systems 203
9.3.1 Conventional Surface Water Treatment 203
9.3.2 Membrane Treatment 205
9.4 Overview of Groundwater Treatment Systems 205
9.4.1 Conventional Lime-Soda Ash Treatment 206
9.4.2 Reverse Osmosis Treatment 206
9.5 Surface Water Treatment Processes 207
9.5.1 Coagulation and Flocculation 207
9.5.2 Mixing 210
9.5.3 Flocculation Tanks 213
9.5.4 Water Softening 215
9.5.5 Sedimentation 220
9.5.6 Filtration 226
9.5.7 Disinfection 233
9.6 Treatment of Water Treatment Plant Residuals 238
Summary 239
Key Words 239
References 239
Exercises 240
10 • DOMESTIC WASTEWATER TREATMENT 243
10.1 Introduction 243
10.2 Wastewater Treatment Categorization 245
10.2.1 Secondary Wastewater Treatment 245
10.2.2 Advanced Wastewater Treatment (AWT) 246
10.3 Overview of Wastewater Treatment Systems 246
10.4 Preliminary Treatment 247
10.4.1 Screening 248
10.4.2 Grit Removal 248
10.5 Primary Treatment 249
10.6 Secondary Treatment 252
10.6.1 Activated Sludge 253
10.6.2 Aerator Systems 258
10.6.3 Trickling Filters 260
10.7 Secondary Clarification 262
10.8 Disinfection of Wastewater 264
10.8.1 Disinfectants Used in Wastewater Treatment 264
10.8.2 Chlorination of Wastewater 264
10.8.3 Chlorine Contact Basin 264
10.9 Sludge Treatment and Disposal 266
10.9.1 Sludge Weight and Volume Relationships 266
10.9.2 Thickening Operations 267
10.9.3 Stabilization 269
10.9.4 Dewatering 275
10.9.5 Sludge Disposal 275
Summary 275
Key Words 276
References 276
Exercises 277
11 • AIR POLLUTION 279
11.1 Introduction 279
11.2 History 280
11.3 Regulatory Overview 281
11.4 Sources and Effects 282
11.4.1 Particulates 282
11.4.2 Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) 283
11.4.3 Carbon Monoxide (CO) 284
11.4.4 Sulfur Oxides (SOx) 284
11.4.5 Lead 285
11.4.6 Ozone (O3) 285
11.4.7 Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) 286
11.4.8 The Greenhouse Effect and Global Climate Change 286
11.5 Control of Particulate Matter From Stationary Sources 289
11.5.1 Mechanical Separators–Settling Chambers 290
11.5.2 Electrostatic Precipitators (ESPs) 293
11.6 Gas and Vapor Control Technology 297
11.6.1 Incineration 297
11.6.2 Absorption–Packed-Bed Scrubbers and Flue Gas Desulfurization 298
Summary 302
Key Words 302
References 302
Exercises 303
12 • FUNDAMENTALS OF HAZARDOUS WASTE SITE REMEDIATION 305
12.1 The Problem 305
12.1.1 Highlights in Hazardous Waste History 305
12.2 Contaminant Characteristics and Phase Distribution 309
12.2.1 Contaminants of Concern 309
12.2.2 Contaminant Characteristics 315
12.2.3 Darcy’s Law 320
12.3 Overview of Microbial Processes 323
12.3.1 An Overview of Bacteria 323
12.3.2 Environmental Factors Affecting Microbial Metabolism 323
12.4 Introduction to Engineered Remediation Processes 324
12.4.1 In situ Remediation Schemes 324
12.4.2 Ex situ Remediation Schemes — Composting and Landfarming 328
Summary 331
Key Words 331
References 331
Exercises 332
13 • INTRODUCTION TO SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT 333
13.1 Introduction 333
13.2 Regulations and Solid Waste Management 335
13.2.1 RCRA Solid Waste Definition 335
13.2.2 RCRA Hazardous Waste Definition 336
13.2.3 RCRA Nonhazardous Waste 337
13.3 Waste Generation (Quantifying MSW Generation) 337
13.4 Solid Waste Collection 340
13.4.1 Types of Collection Systems 340
13.4.2 Equipment 341
13.4.3 Problems and Concerns 341
13.5 Landfill Containment and Monitoring Systems 343
Summary 345
Key Words 345
References 345
Exercises 346
Caracteristici
- A straight-forward, easy-to-understand approach — This highly-readable text is designed specifically with beginning engineering students in mind. It is appropriate for second semester freshmen who have completed one semester in general chemistry and calculus I, particularly those pursuing a non-technical initiative. An understanding of high-level applied sciences or mathematics is not assumed.
- A comprehensive introductory text appropriate for today’s students — This text introduces chemistry and biology topics critical to environmental engineering applications and provides a foundation in mass and energy transfer. Subsequent chapters introduce traditional environmental engineering topic areas including water, wastewater, air pollution and control, and solid waste management.
- A variety of examples, with a practical application to which students can easily relate, are presented throughout the text to facilitate understanding of difficult material. An emphasis on environmental issues includes coverage of global warming, the failing infrastructure within the United States, risk assessment, and hazardous waste remediation.
- Modular Format — Each chapter is designed to stand alone offering instructors flexibility in how they design their course.
- Theoretical and practical — The theoretical aspect begins with the introduction of the mathematics, chemistry, and biology involved in environmental engineering applications; the practical aspect relates the theory to real-world applications.
- Structured solutions for all example problems present the problems in a clear, step-by-step format.
- English and SI Units — To familiarize students with units typically used in practice, example problems are worked using both English and SI units.
- Abundant tables, charts, illustrations, and photographs break up passages of text and offer a visual representation of key concepts.
- Learning objectives and key words, included in each chapter, set the stage for learning and help draw students’ attention to key concepts and terms.
- Part of Prentice Hall's ESource Series — Esource is an online book-building system that enables you to choose individual chapters from published books in the Prentice Hall ESource Series. The content includes topics in engineering problem-solving and design, graphics, and computer applications. Using this program, you can create a unique text for your introduction to engineering course that exactly matches your content requirements and teaching approach. Visit the ESource site for more information.