Experimental methods for science and engineering students
Other Title Information
an introduction to the analysis and presentation of data
First Statement of Responsibility
Les Kirkup
EDITION STATEMENT
Edition Statement
2nd ed.
.PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC
Place of Publication, Distribution, etc.
Cambridge, UK.
Name of Publisher, Distributor, etc.
Cambridge University Press
Date of Publication, Distribution, etc.
2019.
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Specific Material Designation and Extent of Item
xiv, 224 p.
Other Physical Details
ill.
INTERNAL BIBLIOGRAPHIES/INDEXES NOTE
Text of Note
Includes bibliographical references and index.
CONTENTS NOTE
Text of Note
Introduction to experimentation -- Characteristics of experimental data -- Graphical presentation of data -- Dealing with uncertainties -- Statistical approach to variability in measurements -- Fitting a line to x-y data using the method of least squares -- Report writing and presentations -- Using Excel to present and analyse data -- Computer-aided data capture.
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SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
Text of Note
"Responding to the developments of the past 20 years, Les Kirkup has thoroughly updated his popular book on experimental methods, while retaining the extensive coverage and practical advice from the first edition. Many topics from that edition remain, including keeping a record of work, how to deal with measurement uncertainties, understanding the statistical basis of data analysis and reporting the results of experiments. However, with new technologies influencing how experiments are devised, carried out, analyzed, presented and reported, this new edition reflects the digital changes which have taken place and the increased emphasis on the importance of communication skills in reporting results. Bringing together key elements of experimental methods into one coherent book, it is perfect for students seeking guidance with their experimental work, including how to acquire, analyse and present data. Exercises, worked examples and end-of-chapter problems are provided throughout the book to reinforce fundamental principles"--
TOPICAL NAME USED AS SUBJECT
Entry Element
Physical sciences
Entry Element
Engineering
Topical Subdivision
Data processing.
Topical Subdivision
Data processing.
DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION
Edition
20
LIBRARY OF CONGRESS CLASSIFICATION
Class number
Q182
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3
Book number
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K57
2019
PERSONAL NAME - PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY
Entry Element
Kirkup, Les,
ORIGINATING SOURCE
Country
Iran
Agency
University of Tehran. Library of College of Science