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Gives students a foundation in database design and implementation. Filled with visual aids such as diagrams, illustrations, and tables, this book provides coverage of database design, demonstrating that the key to successful database implementation is in proper design of databases to fit within a larger strategic view of the data environment.

Transformers for the Electrician

Master current microeconomic concepts with the most reader-friendly microeconomics text available -- MICROECONOMICS FOR TODAY, 11E by national award-winning author Irvin Tucker. No matter what your current level of microeconomic understanding, this edition provides an interesting writing style, unique presentation and visual learning system with helpful, colorful graphs that clarify important microeconomic principles and effectively explain the latest developments. Rather than presenting a confusing array of microeconomic analyses for you to memorize, this edition demonstrates how to apply basic microeconomic principles in daily life and recognize microeconomic concepts at work in today's news. You study the latest information on economic growth, income distribution, environmental issues and other emerging developments in microeconomics. Learning tools, road maps and corresponding interactive, digital MindTap resources with videos, tutorials and practice exercises immediately reinforce your understanding.

Master current economic concepts with the most reader-friendly macroeconomics text available -- MACROECONOMICS FOR TODAY, 11E by national award-winning author Irvin Tucker. No matter what your current level of macroeconomic understanding, this edition provides an interesting writing style, unique presentation and visual learning system with helpful, colorful graphs that clarify important macroeconomic principles and effectively explain the latest developments. Rather than presenting a confusing array of macroeconomic analyses for you to memorize, this edition demonstrates how to apply basic macroeconomic principles in daily life and recognize macroeconomic concepts at work in today's news. You study the latest information on economic growth, federal deficits, monetary policy and other emerging developments in macroeconomics. Learning tools, road maps and corresponding interactive, digital MindTap resources with videos, tutorials and practice exercises immediately reinforce your understanding.

Discover the tools you need to understand the impact of economics in today's world with SURVEY OF ECONOMICS, 11E by award-winning educator Irvin Tucker. Readable, practical and interesting, this edition uses a unique textual and visual learning system to present and clarify core economic concepts in a real-world context. You examine key principles of economics at work in your daily life as well as throughout the nation and world. Updated, interactive learning features and self-study tools guide your learning and make review easier. The latest edition of this engaging, popular book addresses emerging topics in today's economics, such as economic careers, the federal deficit and national debt, income levels and fair pay for females, social networking and environmental issues. MindTap digital resources provide a further personalized learning experience that equips you with the understanding of economics you need to make informed decisions as a professional and consumer.

Discover the essential components of two market-leading engineering texts in one powerful combined book. FUNDAMENTALS OF GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING, 5E offers a concise blend of critical information from Braja Das' market leading PRINCIPLES OF GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING and PRINCIPLES OF FOUNDATION ENGINEERING. This valuable, cohesive book focuses on the fundamental concepts of both soil mechanics and foundation engineering without the distraction of excessive details or cumbersome alternatives. A wealth of worked-out examples and useful supporting figures help you master key concepts and gain essential problem-solving skills. Prestigious authors Das and Sivakugan carefully balance today's most current research with practical field applications in a proven approach that has made Das' books undisputed leaders in the field. Accompanying resources, including MindTap, further reinforce the key geotechnical engineering skills you need.