1. Engineering manufacture in modern society -- 2. Shapes made from molten metals -- casting -- 3. Plastic deformation of metals -- 4. Processing of plastics and elastomers -- 5. Joining processes -- 6. Surface treatment of materials -- 7. Powder metallurgy -- 8. Shapes cut from the solid -- material removal processes -- 9. Computer numerical control of machine tools -- 10. Productivity and automation -- 11. Quality assurance
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A clear and practical textbook providing an authoritative and stimulating read for those on first courses in the principles of manufacturing processes, which should serve as a foundation for more advanced study