Problem Solving for Engineers
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Problem Solving for Engineers

  1. 439 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
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eBook - ePub

Problem Solving for Engineers

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This book takes a systematic approach to problem definition, generation of alternative solutions, analysis, and selection of the preferred solution. The book introduces fundamental terms needed to think systematically and undertake systematic problem solving and covers individual and group problem solving. It discusses the selection of the preferred solution involves decision making and fundamental concepts of decision making, including decision making in the presence of multiple criteria and uncertainty. The treatment embodies decision making for sustainability, with its blend of economics, social, and environmental considerations.

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Publisher
CRC Press
Year
2013
ISBN
9781040054093
Edition
1

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half-Title Page
  3. Title Page
  4. Copyright Page
  5. Dedication
  6. Table of Contents
  7. Preface
  8. Author
  9. 1. Systems Methodology
  10. 2. Models and Modeling
  11. 3. Some Common System Models
  12. 4. Fundamental Configurations Relating to Systems
  13. 5. The Synthesis Configuration
  14. 6. The Investigation Configuration
  15. 7. Systematic General Problem Solving
  16. 8. Creativity
  17. 9. General Problem Solving with Groups
  18. 10. Decision Making with Multiple Objectives
  19. 11. Optimization
  20. 12. Decision Approaches and Tools
  21. Appendix A: Sensitivity
  22. Appendix B: Surveys
  23. Appendix C: Sampling
  24. Appendix D: Measurement and Scales
  25. Bibliography
  26. Index