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Lang Matl
Author Petroski, Henry

Title The essential engineer : why science alone will not solve our global problems / by Henry Petroski

Imprint New York : Alfred A. Knopf, 2010

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Location Call No. Status
 CCQ - Lusail Female Library  T173.8    Available
 CCQ - Lusail Male Library  T173.8    Available
Edition 1st ed
Description x, 274 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
Summary Poses compelling arguments about why the scientific community must work with engineers to address the world's most pressing environmental issues, explaining how engineering can offer solutions to structural and economic challenges
Subject Technological innovations -- Popular works
Engineering -- Popular works
Technology and civilization -- Popular works
Research -- Popular works
Problem solving -- Popular works
Science -- Popular works
ISBN 9780307272454
0307272451