Previous ed.: 2004.

Includes index.

Black covers basic principles and established techniques along with more modern methods, and health & safety legislation. He clearly identifies the objectives of the text, and provides numerous examples to aid students working alone. Workshop Processes, Practices and Materials is an ideal introduction to workshop processes, practices and materials for entry-level engineers and workshop technicians. With detailed illustrations throughout and simple, clear language, this is a practical introduction to what can be a very complex subject. It has been significantly updated and revised to include new material on adhesives, protective coatings, plastics and current Health and Safety legislation. It covers all the standard topics, including safe practices, measuring equipment, hand and machine tools, materials and joining methods, making it an indispensable handbook for use both in class and the workshop. Its broad coverage makes it a useful reference book for many different courses worldwide.

Also available in printed form ISBN 9780080890647

Electronic reproduction. Askews and Holts. Mode of access: World Wide Web.