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Microfiche copies of Senior honors theses are maintained in the Library. For details on the Library's theses holdings, formats, access, photocopying restrictions, and searching for a thesis in the online catalog, see the Thesis Search page.

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Encyclopedia of Environmental Science and Engineering
This fourth edition, revised in response to rapid advances in science and technology, addresses a wide range of topics related to the environment and environmental engineering. Over eighty in-depth entries cover issues in the effects and management of pollution and environmental change. Illustrated, with bibliographies.
CALL NUMBER: [Ref] TD9 .E50 1998 v.1-2


McGraw-Hill encyclopedia of science & technology : an international reference work in twenty volumes including an index
7700 articles on the subject matter and applications of the life, physical, and earth sciences offer comprehensive treatments of a wide array of subjects. Brief bibliographies.
CALL NUMBER: [Ref] Q121 .M3 2007 v.1-20


Van Nostrand's scientific encyclopedia
The articles range in length from a one-sentence definition to several pages. The longer pieces have a list of suggested readings, which have been updated and now include important web sites. Biographical entries are new to this edition, as are the time lines and glossaries included with larger articles.
CALL NUMBER: [Ref] Q121 .V3 2008 v.1-3

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Subject Dictionaries


Engineering Dictionary
Brief definitions to basic engineering terminology, provided by engineers for engineers. Browse the list or search a specific term.
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http://www.engnetglobal.com/tips/glossary.asp

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Handbooks


The Engineering Handbook
Provides a reference for practicing engineers in industry, government, and academia. Material is divided into 30 sections that offer information on classical fields, such as mechanical, electrical civil, chemical, and environmental engineering, as well as the underlying fields of mathematics, materials, biomedical engineering, and nanotechnology. Focus is on key concepts, models, and equations. Bibliographies and illustrations included.
CALL NUMBER: [Ref] TA151 .E424 2005


The McGraw-Hill Handbook of Essential Engineering Information and Data
Intended for researchers familiar with engineering theory, this work is designed to provide "immediate answers to questions arising from practical work." Early chapters address overarching engineering principles, while later chapters delve into specific subdisciplines. Illustrated.
CALL NUMBER: [Ref] TA151 .M34 1991


Engineering Formulas
A pocket guide to mathematical equations and physical and chemical properties. Numerous tables and illustrations.
CALL NUMBER: [Ref] TA151 .G47130 1990

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Modern Engineering Statistics
"The author presents an optimum blend between statistical thinking and statistical methodology through emphasis of a broad sweep of "tools." Online data available.
CALL NUMBER: TA340 .R93 2007
ftp://ftp.wiley.com/public/sci_med/engineering_statistics

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Education Index, Engineering Resources
http://www.educationindex.com/engineer/
This index is a gateway to online engineering sites and resources. Provides links to and brief descriptions of each site.

The Internet Guide to Engineering, Mathematics, and Computing
http://www.intute.ac.uk/sciences/
This guide serves as an index to a host of engineering and computer science resources, including e-journals, databases, professional societies, and college and university departments. Content is reviewed and compiled by subject specialists.

MotioNET
http://www.motionnet.com/
MotioNET is a directory to engineering-related businesses, associations and publications. A "Quick References" toolbar features engineering tools ranging from calculators, translators, patent searching and unit converters. Click on "more" in this toolbar for access to "Library References" a collection of engineering dictionaries, encyclopedia, and guides.

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Engineering News Record
http://enr.construction.com/Default.asp
Any news article posted on enr.com is free for one week News covers infrastructure, buildings, policies, equipment, and more.

The New York Times: Engineers and Engineering
http://topics.nytimes.com/top/news/science/topics/engineering_and_engineers/index.html
Provides full text access to engineering articles from The New York Times "Science Times" section.

ScienceDaily: Engineering News
http://www.sciencedaily.com/news/matter_energy/engineering/
Current news, articles, images, videos, and more.

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