This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 06032952
Title: How to Become an Engineer
Note: Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Demian Katz and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by the Digital Library of the Falvey Memorial Library, Villanova University (http: //digital.library.villanova.edu)
Summary: "How to Become an Engineer" by Frank W. Doughty is a practical guide on the journey to becoming a locomotive engineer, written in the late 19th century. The book covers a variety of topics, including the history of locomotives, a detailed description of locomotive mechanics, and step-by-step instructions for aspiring engineers on how to pursue their careers. It aims to provide young men with a comprehensive understanding of the responsibilities and skills needed to succeed in this vital field of transportation. The opening of the book begins with a historical overview of steam engines, highlighting key figures such as James Watt and early developments in locomotive engineering. The author emphasizes the importance of understanding this history to grasp the significance of locomotive engineering today. Following the historical context, the text introduces essential concepts related to the role of an engineer, discussing the various types of engineers and establishing a clear focus on locomotive operation. The narrative encourages the reader to pursue the craft diligently and to value hands-on experience as a critical part of their journey in engineering. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Doughty, Frank W.
EBook No.: 44604
Published: Jan 6, 2014
Downloads: 112
Language: English
Subject: Locomotives -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
LoCC: Technology: Mechanical engineering and machinery
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 06032952
Title: How to Become an Engineer
Note: Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Demian Katz and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by the Digital Library of the Falvey Memorial Library, Villanova University (http: //digital.library.villanova.edu)
Summary: "How to Become an Engineer" by Frank W. Doughty is a practical guide on the journey to becoming a locomotive engineer, written in the late 19th century. The book covers a variety of topics, including the history of locomotives, a detailed description of locomotive mechanics, and step-by-step instructions for aspiring engineers on how to pursue their careers. It aims to provide young men with a comprehensive understanding of the responsibilities and skills needed to succeed in this vital field of transportation. The opening of the book begins with a historical overview of steam engines, highlighting key figures such as James Watt and early developments in locomotive engineering. The author emphasizes the importance of understanding this history to grasp the significance of locomotive engineering today. Following the historical context, the text introduces essential concepts related to the role of an engineer, discussing the various types of engineers and establishing a clear focus on locomotive operation. The narrative encourages the reader to pursue the craft diligently and to value hands-on experience as a critical part of their journey in engineering. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Doughty, Frank W.
EBook No.: 44604
Published: Jan 6, 2014
Downloads: 112
Language: English
Subject: Locomotives -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
LoCC: Technology: Mechanical engineering and machinery
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.