Books published by Cengage Learning, Inc

A test preparation guide designed specifically to meet the requirements of the ASE certification exam for Transit Bus H5, Suspension and Steering. It is suitable for those seeking to successfully master the H5 ASE certification exam.

Covers the history of ASE from its inception, including a description of the significance of ASE. This package provides information and strategies for technicians to pass the ASE exam. It also includes a sample ASE exam and additional test questions for practice.

Now in its 6th edition, Industrial Plastics: Theory and Applications is back, with the extensive, detailed graphics and practical lab exercises that made previous editions so popular. In this latest edition, these trademark features accompany updated coverage of the plastics industry, offering the very latest information on state-of-the art equipment, with a special emphasis on processing techniques. Coverage includes plastics recycling, ISO and ASTM testing specifications, current health and safety standards, as well as examinations of current environmental issues like recycling, pollution, and incineration. With such broad coverage alongside hands-on activities to provide a clear link between theory and practice, Industrial Plastics continues to be an invaluable resource for students and professionals alike.

A guide to understanding skin types and skin physiology, product formulation and how cosmetic products interact with the skin. It includes a basic explanation of skin anatomy and physiology, including skin types, conditions and problems.

An engaging reader, CULTURAS DE ESPA¿, 2e offers a wealth of authentic texts and visual materials and encourages learners to think critically about the cultures of Spain. While other books present Spanish civilization as a neutral recounting of historical facts, events, and data, CULTURAS DE ESPA¿, 2e emphasizes that history, culture, and civilization are concepts under constant construction. Its intriguing conceptual focus brings to life the history and everyday experiences that shape national identity. Prior knowledge in the target language is required.

Emphasizes how production proceeds in the digital age - from idea to image - and how it moves through the three major phases, from preproduction to production to postproduction. This title describes the necessary tools, considers what they can and cannot do, and explains how they are used to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness.

Includes such as "What Do You Think?" and "Try It Yourself" prompt students to consider language in daily life and to begin thinking about language analysis, while new "Language at the Bar" features show them the real-world applications of linguistic analysis to criminal and civil legal cases.

Beginning with more accessible critical approaches and gradually introducing more challenging critical perspectives, this title provides extensive step-by-step guidance for writing literary analyses.

How did America transform itself, in a relatively short time, from a land inhabited by hunter-gatherer and agricultural Native American societies into the most powerful industrial nation on earth? You'll find out in LIBERTY, EQUALITY, POWER: A HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN PEOPLE, CONCISE Sixth Edition. The authors tell this story through the lens of three major themes: liberty, equality, and power. You'll learn not only the impact of the notions of liberty and equality but also how dominant and subordinate groups have affected and been affected by the ever-shifting balance of power.

Designed to encourage critical thinking about history, this book introduces students to both primary sources and analytical essays on important topics in US history. It serves as the primary anthology for the Post-1945 US History course.

ETHICS ON THE JOB guides the reader through a step-by-step analysis to help them make good decisions in the face of ethical conflict. With the RESOLVEDD strategy, the authors have devised a powerful system for ethical decision-making in the workplace, which they teach students to implement through timely case studies and detailed analyses. Students develop a working grasp of important philosophical principles and their application in ethical conflicts, and learn to apply the RESOLVEDD strategy to ethical issues in their own lives. A classic text in ethical decision-making, ETHICS ON THE JOB is widely used in business ethics classes and corporate training programs across the country.

Presents educators with teaching skills and educational judgments that are necessary to become an effective and successful instructor. This title is designed for flexibility, which is used in programs ranging from a basic overview of instructor training to programs that require more advanced teaching techniques.

Designed to be the training resource of choice for individuals committed to nurturing textured hair and providing excellent natural hair care services, this book introduces the technical and creative aspects of braiding, styling, and grooming hair that is naturally curly, kinky, or multi-textured.

Offers comprehensive training that shows readers how to create professional-quality engineering drawings that can be interpreted with precision in today's technology-based industries. This textbook offers coverage of the theory and practical applications that you'll need as readers communicate technical concepts in an international marketplace.

Employs an integrated marketing management framework using new and proven learning features to key concepts, and useful exhibits and graphics further describe key principles. This title incorporates the statistics and new coverage that highlights the importance of social media and the impact of consumer behavior on successful marketing management.

Provides coverage of welding symbols and their application to welding prints and practices. This book uses step-by-step instructions and detailed illustrations to help you gain the knowledge and skills you need to interpret a wide range of working documents, from simple sketches to the most complex blueprints.

Learn to apply basic German grammar and vocabulary to reading and translating progressively complex texts with the seventh edition of JANNACH'S GERMAN FOR READING KNOWLEDGE. Recognized as the leader in teaching reading skills, this text provides the tools you need to read specialized literature in your field. The Book Companion Website contains the readings that appear in each chapter, plus new comprehension questions and activities about the readings that are designed to let you practice specific reading skills. An online answer key also is included on the website so you can check your answers to the activities in the text.

Deals with the criminological theory. This title helps to explain why America's over-emphasis on the pursuit of materialistic gain contributes to the country's high rate of violent crime.

Acquaints readers with major state and federal laws, regulations, and court opinions that directly affect social work practice. This book also addresses how the law regulates social work practice, and how to recognize and respect the rights of clients and others affected by a practitioner's actions.

Presents a complete first-year program that makes learning Chinese easier through an engaging video program, robust multimedia integration, proven pedagogy, and comprehensive cultural coverage.

Provides a comprehensive history of American broadcasting from its earliest days in radio, through the rise of television, to the era of digital media and the Internet.

Walks readers through a straightforward approach that describes common maintenance tasks in detail, like carpentry, wiring, groundskeeping, appliance repair, painting, plumbing, and HVAC.

Delivers the skills and knowledge you need to keep a law office running smoothly. This book takes a look at how legal environments differ from other businesses, including the ethical issues you may face. It provides ample, in-text learning features, such as key words, ethics alerts, side bars, tech tips, and more.

Suitable for service technicians in air conditioning and refrigeration, construction, and facilities management - and those who need a practical knowledge of electricity, this text begins with an overview of basic electricity concepts - rather than complex mathematical calculations.

Designed to help students practice and perfect technology skills, this companion text is suitable for students taking a variety of different courses from Communications, Marketing, and Accounting to Introduction to Business courses. It also includes 15 projects based on real-world business scenarios.

Introduces readers to the concepts, terminology, protocols, and services that the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) suite uses to make the Internet work. This title provides the troubleshooting knowledge and tools that network administrators and analysts need to keep their systems running smoothly.