Math for the Automotive Trade [Paperback]

Peterson and deKrygers MATH FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE TRADE, 6teh Edition, is an up-to-date, practical worktext that shows students how to do the math theyll use in the automotive repair shop every day. Starting with beginner math, chapters move forward by applying math problems to the automotive workplace, covering everything from engines and drive trains to electrical systems and HVAC. Hyper-focused on the practical, the books hands-on exercises give students the know-how and confidence they need to complete math calculations in the shop by using manufacturer specifications, repair orders, and the professional reference materials included in the book's appendices. An essential tool for automotive professionals throughout the trade, MATH FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE TRADE makes math a stress-free topic and gives students a head start in their careers.1. Whole Numbers. 2. Decimals. 3. Fractions. 4. Geometry, Angle Measurement, and the Metric System. 5. Integers and Signed Numbers. 6. Ratios, Proportions, and Percentages. 7. Business and Statistics. 8. Completing Repair Orders. 9. The Automobile Engine. 10. Automobile Engine Systems. 11. Automobile Electrical Systems. 12. The Automobile Drive Train. 13. The Automobile Chassis. 14. Automobile Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. 15. Measurement Tools. Appendix B: Summary of Formulas in this Text-Workbook. Appendix C: Answers to Odd-Numbered Practice Exercises. Index.