A Math-Based Writing System for Engineers: Sentence Algebra & Document Algorithms
Authors: Brad Henderson
ISBN-10: 303010754X
ISBN-13: 9783030107543
Edition 版本: 1st ed. 2020
Released: 2019-10-01
Pages: 357 pages
Book Description
This book presents the generative rules for formal written communication,in an engineering context,through the lens of mathematics. Aimed at engineering students headed for careers in industry and professionals needing a “just in time” writing resource,this pragmatic text covers all that engineers need to become successful workplace writers,and leaves out all pedagogical piffle they do not. Organized into three levels of skill-specific instruction,A Math-Based Writing System for Engineers: Sentence Algebra & Document Algorithms guides readers through the process of building accurate,precise sentences to structuring efficient,effective reports. The book’s indexed design provides convenient access for both selective and comprehensive readers,and is ideal for university students; professionals seeking a thorough,“left -brained” treatment of English grammar and “go to” document structures; and ESL engineers at all levels.
1. Introduction to the Math-Based Writing System
Part l. Sentence Algebra
2. Part I Primer. The Elements of Sentence Algebra
3. The Core Variables N,V,andX
4. The Accessory Variables: Mn,Mv,L,Cand I
5. Basic Sentence Equations: B1,B2,and B3
6. More Basic Sentence Equations: B4 and B5
7. Advanced Sentence Structures: Compound and Complex Sentences and Relative Clauses
8. More Advanced Sentence Structures: Verbal Phrases,Inversions,and Variations
Part l. Sentence Optimization
9. Part ll Primer. The Elements of Sentence Optimization
10. Simplify and Clarify
11. Eliminate Category I Errors
12. Advance Optimal Style
13. Minimize Category I Errors
Part ll. Document Algorithms
14. Part ll Primer. The Elements of Document Algorithms
15. Project Proposals
16. Status Reports
17. Project Reports
18. Tech-to-Nontech Briefs
19. Instructional Job Aids
20. Expanding and Innovating Short-Form Documents into Long-Form Documents
21. Twenty Universal Features of Excellent Engineering Documents
