Reeds General Engineering Science

by Christopher Patterson

Overview

The core textbook for all students studying GES I&II and A&B, covering the entire syllabus and featuring worked examples, past examination questions and self-assessment tests.

Focusing on the fundamental skills and knowledge tested in examinations, with worked examples and clear, helpful illustrations throughout, this essential coursebook covers the entire syllabus:

- Mathematics

- Applied mechanics

- Thermodynamics

- Electricity

- Hydrostatics

- Naval architecture

Aimed directly as a study aid for students taking a GES course, the book contains past examination questions with full solutions, as well as self-assessment questions on every topic covered so that students can test their own understanding as they progress.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781399413473
Publisher:	Bloomsbury USA
Publication date:	05/13/2025
Series:	Reeds Marine Engineering and Technology Series
Pages:	304
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

Chris Patterson is Head of Marine Engineering at Warsash Maritime College, Solent University. He is the current author of Reeds volume 13: Ship Stability, Powering and Resistance.

Table of Contents

Mathematics (GES I):

- Arithmetic

- Algebra

- Graphs

- Trigonometry

- Geometry

- Mensuration

Mechanics (GES I and GES A):

- Units

- Kinematics

- Dynamics

- Statics

- Friction

- Machines

- Strength of Materials

- Fluids at Rest

- Transverse Stability

- Forces

- Motion

- Energy and Power

Thermodynamics (GES II and GES B):

- Heat

- Steady Flow Systems

- Ideal Gas Laws

- Combustion

- Internal combustion engines

- Refrigeration

Electricity (GES II and GES B):

- DC circuits

- Resistance

- AC circuits

- Electrical Power

- Electromagnetism

Hydrostatics (GES II and GES B):

- Hydrostatic Pressure

- Thrust

- Archimedes Principle

Naval Architecture (GES II and GES A):

- Flotation

- Small Angle Stability