shipbuilding

Describes how the National Steel and Shipbuilding Company, located in San Diego, California, builds a ship step-by-step from the planning stage to the testing stage and the turning over of the vessel to the owner.

Introduces engineering principles used in designing ships and marine structures such as oil rigs and lighthouses. Includes directions for associated models and experiments.

Traces the building of boats, from the first dugout to the latest submarines and steamships, describing new principles incorporated into the vessels to improve navigation and safety.

"Explores the life of a colonial shipbuilder and his importance to the community, as well as everyday life responsibilities, and social practices during that time"--Provided by publisher.

Traces the history of shipbuilding in the American colonies and describes each step in the building of an eighteenth-century ship.

Describes the various boats used in ancient Egypt.

Describes how giant pine trees in New England were cut down during the colonial days to make massive wooden ships for the King's Navy.

Traces the history of shipbuilding in the American colonies and describes each step in the building of an eighteenth-century ship.