Goodheart-Willcox
Apparel; design, textiles & construction, 10th ed.
Family and consumer science professionals Liddell and Samuels have a combined 29 years of experience teaching textiles and apparel to high school students, as well as adults. Previously published as Clothes & Your Appearance, their tenth-edition textbook features a new title and updated content to reflect contemporary life. Illustrated throughout with color photographs and diagrams, it provides high school students with an understanding of the concepts and issues related to the role of apparel in our lives, both in the US and abroad; the latest trends in fashion and apparel since publication of the 2008 edition; the impact of fashion design on the industry; career opportunities; how to make the best decisions in selecting and caring for apparel; and basic techniques of apparel construction. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
AutoCad and its applications; comprehensive 2012, 19th ed.
This comprehensive textbook on AutoCAD provides entry level instruction for mastering common tasks with this industry standard drafting and design software. Beginning with a review of core drafting concepts and explanations of the user interface, tools, and commands, the work covers all aspects of drawing, editing and image manipulation, dimensioning, creating sections and other view templates, layouts and plotter setups. Chapters include illustrations, sidebars, tips and review questions and access to additional online resources is provided. The work is tailored to the AutoCAD certified exam series and sample test questions and review questions are also included. The volume is co-authored by design professionals with both academic and industry experience. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Energy, power, and transportation technology, 2d ed.
Litowitz (industry and technology, Millersville U., Pennsylvania) and Brown (curriculum and instruction, Illinois State U.-Normal) explain the basic elements of the resources, processes, and systems used in the three industries for students who do not intend to go into technical fields, but want to know about matters that impact modern life so heavily. The topics include nonrenewable sources of energy, mechanical power systems, energy and power conversion devices, land transportation systems, space vehicular systems, and intermodal transportation and vehicular systems. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Fundamentals of business communication.
Roberts' (business communication, Middle Tennessee State U.) 25 years as an educator include 14 years teaching secondary-level business education. Her textbook is designed to help high school students in the U.S. meet college and workplace readiness anchor standards for reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills as outlined by the Common Core State Standards. Each chapter includes terms, objectives, and reading tips; cases, business ethics, business protocol, and teamwork features illustrating application of the information; and self-assessment opportunities. Supplemental materials include a student workbook and companion website; instructor materials include a companion website, resource CD, testing software, and PowerPoint slides. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Housing and interior design, 10th ed.
In the latest edition of a text first published in 1978, Lewis (emerita, home economics, Northern Arizona U.) and Turner (emerita, family and consumer sciences, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State U.) cover all aspects of housing needs and decision-making throughout life. Colorfully-illustrated chapters include a feature on the relevance of housing issues to social studies and culture. Appended information includes housing-related legislation, careers and entrepreneurship in the field, a practical math review, and the American Society of Interior Designers Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct. Previous editions were published under the title Housing Decisions. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Introduction to video game design.
National board certified teacher and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) curriculum integration specialist Ploor presents a practical guide to understanding the technological and creative aspects of video game design. Designed for use in a high school or middle school CTE or business-applications curriculum, the combination text/workbook uses Game Maker, an object-oriented game design engine, to teach the concepts; a freeware "Lite" edition of Game Maker is available online, and a pro version can also be purchased. Thirty-five lessons are organized into three sections covering game build, art, and management sequences. Each lesson includes a list of objectives, procedures for completing the lesson, game-theory reading selection, and the workbook pages to complete; text/workbook pages are perforated to expedite tearing out. Suitable for use in a classroom or for an after-school club. No subject index. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Manufacturing and automation technology, 3d ed.
Appropriate for high school or vocational school students in a variety of technical fields, this entry-level textbook explores major processes in manufacturing and highlights technological and management techniques used in modern industrial settings. The volume is intended to provide an extremely broad overview of manufacturing processes and includes fundamental scientific information about types of industrial raw materials, general discussions of manufacturing processes, design and engineering strategies, factory construction, automation and ancillary tasks such as product marketing and industrial supply chains. Chapters include illustrations, sidebars and review questions as well as appendices that demonstrate processes relating to sample design and manufacturing products. Wright is professor emeritus of technology at Ball State University and Berkeihiser is a high school technology educator in Pennsylvania. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Modern commercial wiring; based on the 2011 NEC, 5th ed.
This code based instruction manual for electricians, apprentices and electrical system designers provides detailed instructions for performing common trade tasks on commercial projects. Beginning with a review of theoretical concepts and safety procedures, the volume covers such topics as tools, blueprint reading, specifications and codes, wiring methods, conductors, over-current protections, grounding, branch circuits and feeders. Special topics such as motors, emergency power systems, hazardous location work and outdoor wiring are also discussed along with general maintenance and troubleshooting. Chapters include full color photographs and detailed illustrations and diagrams. Holzman is a master electrician licensed in several states. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Modern residential wiring.
Intended to provide a code based primer for homeowners tackling advanced projects and general tradespeople, this illustrated volume explains basic concepts in residential electrical wiring and home electrical systems maintenance. Beginning with electricity fundamentals and safety procedures, the work addresses wiring and electrical system installation; circuit design and plan reading; specialized installations such as mobile homes, farm wiring and emergency backup systems; and provides advice on professional standards and careers in electrical work. Chapters include full color photographs and detailed illustrations and diagrams. Holzman is a master electrician licensed in several states. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Networking fundamentals, 2d ed.
This introductory textbook on computer networking provides detailed instruction in practical entry-level network design, maintenance, and management tasks, as well as basic networking theory and concepts. The volume covers all subject areas on the CompTIA Network+ certification exam but is presented as a general textbook rather than a test preparation guide. Topics discussed include traditional and fiber-optic cable wireless technologies, digital encoding and data transmission fundamentals, Microsoft and Unix/Linux operating systems, TCP/IP, subnetting, remote access, troubleshooting and network security. Chapters include screenshots, color illustrations and sidebars, as well as lab assignments and test exercises. Roberts is an instructor in computer science at South Florida Community College and is an experienced network designer and administrator. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Nutrition & wellness for life.
This introductory text takes a holistic approach to nutrition and wellness, with an emphasis on making informed choices using the latest guidelines and keeping track of one's knowledge level. West (PhD), a nutrition educator, also provides information on preparing for careers in this field and workplace applications of information presented. The text includes cases studies, recipes, Internet and software-based chapter exercises, dietary reference intake tables, a meal planning exchange list, and companion website. No references are cited. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Photography; capture to presentation.
In this introductory textbook for beginning photographers, Klasey, an author, photographer, and editor, explains the applications of photographic principles to digital and film photography. He describes essential tools such as cameras, lenses, light, and image capture media; specific techniques in camera-handling, image composition, exposure determination, and photographic situations; film-to-digital file conversion, electronic image input, image processing, and devices and methods used for digital-image output and presentation; and film development, darkroom setup and operation, and basic and advanced printmaking, with an emphasis on black and white. The volume was previously published as Photo & Digital Imaging. Updated and reorganized, this edition has been revised to incorporate both film and digital equipment and new chapters on action and event, outdoor, travel, and portrait and studio photography. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Technology & engineering, 6th ed.
Wright (industry and technology, Ball State U.) introduces high school students to how technology and engineering make the world work, how technological systems work, how they affect people and the planet, and specific applications in communication and information, transportation, construction, manufacturing, medicine, agriculture and biotechnology, and energy and power. Topics include problem solving and design, the production of products and structures, the management of technological systems, societal and personal views of technology, and positive and negative impacts. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Technology; engineering our world, 7th ed.
Gradwell (McGill U., Canada) and Welch (Queen's U., Canada) present a revised edition of Technology: Shaping Our World to introduce high school students to various technologies and their basic scientific principles. They explain methods of solving problems using a design process, and major technologies for communication, manufacturing, construction, energy and power, transportation, medicine, and agriculture, as well as biotechnology and job opportunities in technology. Science, technology, engineering, and math applications are included for each. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Working with young children, 7th ed.
Herr (early childhood education, U. of Wisconsin-Stout) helps high school students prepare for a career in early childhood education and understand the techniques used when working with young children. She overviews the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional characteristics of young children and strategies for guiding them through rules and daily routines, dealing with challenges, and creating a learning environment. She also discusses planning developmentally appropriate curriculum, involving parents, handling special needs, and starting a career. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
