electrical engineering

Engineering is a growing field in our fast-developing world. How exactly do engineers create the infrastructure that we rely on? Engineers use science and math to design and build machines and structures, such as buildings, roads, and bridges. In this book, readers will learn about what engineering means, who studies it, and how they may apply engineering skills in their own lives. Using reader-friendly language, the text conveys key STEAM concepts in an easy-to-understand way. Bright photographs make the information pop.

"This title focuses on the feud between the inventors Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla while offering information related to their histories, combative relationships, and the legacies they leave behind. This hi-lo title is complete with . . . photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index"--Provided by publisher.

"From smartphones to satellites, electrical engineers have helped create much of the technology we use today! Leveled text and . . . images will introduce readers to electrical engineers and the work they do. Readers will also encounter special features that highlight an . . . engineer, showcase examples of electrical engineering in real life, and explain how electrical engineers use STEM to help power the world!"--Amazon website.

Space robot engineers design and build robots to do jobs beyond Earth. These jobs may be too dull, dangerous, or dirty for people. Readers learn this and more in this book!.

"This book explains how electricians keep homes and towns operating at full power. Find out why 'green energy' and amazing technology is changing the work of these professionals, and learn how you can pursue a career in this in-demand field"--OCLC.

Explores the career of an electrician, including the various jobs available, knowledge required, and more.

"Provides you with all the concept you need to know to understand the fundamental issues. Filled with helpful diagrams, photographs, further reading, and . . . features on the development of electrical and mechanical engineering, this book makes getting to grips with the subject as easy as possible. It includes the development of machines and materials, forces and how they are manipulated, gearing, and principles of movement and reliability"--OCLC.

"Electricity was not the invention of one individual, but the work of many over generations, from civilizations around the world. This book comprehensively covers the invention of electricity, from the cultures that tried to harness the power of lightning over centuries to Benjamin Franklin's tests with a kite and a key, the industrialization of the lightbulb by Thomas Edison, and the use of electric power today. Through sidebars, fact boxes, and colorful photographs, this book highlights the key moments, positive and negatives impacts, and technological innovations relating to one of the most revolutionary technologies today"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes careers as an electrician, the training needed, and career outlooks"--Provided by publisher.