Introduction to Nuclear Engineering (Paperback)

Introduction to Nuclear Engineering (Paperback)

Students who want the Lamarsh text in a lighter binding can pick up this introduction to nuclear engineering paperback. The book is by John Lamarsh and Baratta and was published by Pearson Education in 2017.

Across 816 pages it explores power resources with the focus on nuclear energy, set within technology and engineering. It is a first text in the subject, read by students and by professionals who want a firm understanding of a specialised area.

What the book covers

The subject is nuclear engineering, approached through nuclear energy as a source of power. The writing is clear and informative, aiming to give readers a detailed introduction rather than assume they already know the field.

A paperback for study

The paperback is easier to carry between classes than a hardbound copy of the same length, and it suits students who want to mark up and tab chapters during a course.

Readers it suits

Engineering undergraduates in a first nuclear course, graduate students from other disciplines, and working engineers turning toward nuclear power.

How students use the text

Most readers take the chapters in order, since each builds on what came before. Problem sets from an instructor are usually tied to the chapter just covered. A paperback copy makes it simpler to bring the book to class, lab and study sessions, and to annotate it as you go. The 2017 Pearson date confirms which version this is. Check your course list to see whether the instructor names a particular binding or printing.

Book details

• Title: Introduction to Nuclear Engineering
• Authors: John Lamarsh and Baratta
• Publisher: Pearson Education (2017)
• Format: Paperback, 816 pages

Questions buyers ask

What is the difference between this listing and the hardcover?

Both are the same 2017 Pearson text by Lamarsh and Baratta. This listing is the paperback.

Is the book written for beginners?

Yes, it is an introductory textbook for readers new to nuclear engineering.

What does it focus on?

Nuclear energy as a power resource and the engineering behind it.

How long is the paperback?

816 pages.

Which course is it usually used for?

An introductory nuclear engineering course at college level.