Best engineering books for an undergraduate engineer

In summary, the conversation is about an undergraduate engineering student looking for the best books to help them understand the various components of their course, including Maths, Electrical, Electronical, Materials, and Energy. They are asking for specific recommendations for books that explain these topics in a clear and simplified way. The student also mentions their upcoming exams and the topics that will be covered. They are directed to visit a website that offers free books for download, specifically in the "calculus for engineers" section.
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I'm an engineering first year and I am looking for the best books relevant to my subject. My course is split up into five components: Maths, Electrical, Electronical, Materials, and Energy. By best books I mean that I am looking for books that explain most of what I need to know in a clear and simplified/easy to understand (as much as it can be) way. Please help me !
 
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Your an undergraduate engineer?

It's not a focused discipline like mechanical, electrical, systems engineer?

Also not sure what the difference between electrical and "electronical" are.

What kind of math are you looking for?

Are you doing all those subjects in one semester or over your entire degree?

Please be more specific and I will be sure to help out further.
 
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LabGuy330 said:
Your an undergraduate engineer?

It's not a focused discipline like mechanical, electrical, systems engineer?

Also not sure what the difference between electrical and "electronical" are.

What kind of math are you looking for?

Are you doing all those subjects in one semester or over your entire degree?

Please be more specific and I will be sure to help out further.

For the first two years its general engineering with specialisation in my 3rd and 4th years. I think in most contexts electronical and electrical are used synonymously. With regards to the maths I have K.A.Stroud's books, the main topic I'm looking to improve upon is convergence/absolute convergence/divergence of series..

The topics my exam next term will be on will be:
Calculus 1, Statics, Circuit Analysis 1/2, Vectors and Matrices, Electricity and Magnetism, Materials and Solid Mechanics, Complex Algebra and Fourier Series, Bending and Torsion, and Ordinary Differential Equations.

So any books which you'd recommend that explain these topics in as much a simplified (as much as possible) yet complete way would help me out alot.
 
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Step 1. Go to cramster
Step 2. Select your degree type and see what books show up
 
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My recommendation: visit this wonderful site.Lots of free books to to download. All of them grouped into "packages" of specific subjects (set theory, logic, calculus, etc...). See the part: "calculus for engineers".

http://missmathbooks.blogspot.es/
 

1. What are the top recommended engineering books for undergraduate engineers?

The top recommended engineering books for undergraduate engineers vary depending on the specific field of engineering. However, some popular choices include "Engineering Mechanics: Statics" by Russell C. Hibbeler, "Introduction to Electrical Engineering" by Richard C. Dorf and James A. Svoboda, and "Fundamentals of Materials Science and Engineering" by William D. Callister Jr. and David G. Rethwisch.

2. Are there any engineering books specifically geared towards beginners?

Yes, there are several engineering books that are geared towards beginners or those with little prior knowledge in engineering. Some examples include "Foundations of Analog and Digital Electronic Circuits" by Anant Agarwal and Jeffrey H. Lang, "Engineering Fundamentals: An Introduction to Engineering" by Saeed Moaveni, and "Introduction to Engineering Design: Best Practices" by Larry Richards and Fred Schenkelberg.

3. What are some important factors to consider when choosing an engineering book?

Some important factors to consider when choosing an engineering book include the author's credentials and expertise, the book's level of difficulty and depth of content, relevance to your specific field of engineering, and reviews or recommendations from other engineers or professors.

4. Are there any free online resources or e-books available for engineering students?

Yes, there are many free online resources and e-books available for engineering students. Some popular options include OpenStax, a nonprofit organization that offers free textbooks and resources for various engineering subjects, and MIT OpenCourseWare, which provides free online course materials from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

5. How can I save money on purchasing engineering books?

One way to save money on engineering books is to buy used or older editions, as they are often significantly cheaper than brand new books. You can also look for discounted or secondhand books from online retailers or local bookstores. Additionally, some universities or libraries may offer rental options or allow you to borrow books for a certain period of time.

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