This is a definitive Acol textbook equally valuable to rubber or duplicate bridge players. Set out as a course which can be used in conjunction with bridge classes or as a self-teacher the book covers all the basic principles of bidding & play & is packed with exercises & quizzes on everything that has been taught. Recommended as the ideal textbook for learning the game Basic Bridge will continue to be the standard beginner's guide to rubber & duplicate bridge for the foreseeable future. If you only ever buy one bridge book it has to be Basic Bridge. ...

This concise but comprehensive textbook sets out the essentials of the science & clinical application of radiobiology for those seeking accreditation in radiation oncology clinical radiation physics & radiation technology. Fully revised & updated to keep abreast of current developments in radiation biology & radiation oncology the fourth edition continues to present in an interesting way the biological basis of radiation therapy discussing the basic principles & significant developments that underlie the latest attempts to improve the radiotherapeutic management of cancer. New topics for the fourth edition include chapters on the mechanisms of cell death biological response modifiers & biological image guided radiotherapy with major revisions to sections on the molecular basis of the radiation response tumour hypoxia & the dose-rate effect. A variety of new authors have contributed to this revision who together with the new Editorial team have used their significant international teaching experience to ensure the content remains clear & comprehensive & as valuable to the trainee as it is to the established radiation oncologist. With the fourth edition we will see the most radical change so far
- as Professor Gordon Steel has retired as Editor & has been replaced by Bert van der Kogel the current current course director for the above-mentioned course plus Michael Joiner who is the head of the Radiation Biology Program at the Wayne State University & is the Associate Editor of the International Journal of Radiation Biology.
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Basic Computer Skills Made Simple XP Version" presents all the necessary computer skills an individual may need in a straightforward & intelligent way. It demystifies computers & is ideal for those wishing to develop their skills & confidence in the subject whilst working at their own pace. By using the text the reader will be able to produce a wide range of word-processed documents prepare illustrated slides to aid talks store & search for information systematically & gain confidence handling simple numbers or charts. They will also learn how to connect to the Internet surf the Web & send & receive emails. It requires no technical or in-depth computer knowledge. It builds confidence in acquiring new computer skills. It presents information in a clear & concise manner." ...

An essential text for the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting (Basic Costing). This text contains practice examinations with answers helping the student to prepare for the exam. This revised edition has been updated to include a brand new practice assessment. ...

This third title in a bestselling series Basic Drawing Made Amazingly Easy" is a complete drawing book for the beginning artist. Based on a series of lessons that begin with the five basic shapes (circle oval square cylinder & rectangle) combined with the five basic components of drawing (line mass perspective light & shading) the book progresses from the simplest forms to more complex inanimate objects & organic animate subjects." ...

Everything needed to pass the first part of the City & Guilds 2365 Diploma in Electrical Installations Aligned with the 17th edition IET Wiring Regulations Amendments this new edition has been fully updated to cover the City & Guilds 2365-02 course. Written in an accessible style with a chapter dedicated to each unit of the syllabus this book helps you to master each topic before moving on to the next. End of chapter revision questions enable learners to check their understanding & consolidate key concepts learnt in each chapter. With a brand new website containing videos animations worksheets & lesson plans this resource will be invaluable to both students & lecturers alike. ...

Unlike most engineering maths texts this book does not assume a firm grasp of GCSE maths & unlike low-level general maths texts the content is tailored specifically to the needs of engineers. The result is a unique book written for engineering students that takes a starting point below GCSE level. Basic Engineering Mathematics" is therefore ideal for students of a wide range of abilities especially for those who find the theoretical side of mathematics difficult. Now in its fifth edition " Basic Engineering Mathematics" is an established textbook with the previous edition selling nearly 7500 copies. All students that require a fundamental knowledge of mathematics for engineering will find this book essential reading. The content has been designed primarily to meet the needs of students studying Level 2 courses including GCSE Engineering the Diploma & the BTEC First specifications. Level 3 students will also find this text to be a useful resource for getting to grips with essential mathematics concepts because the compulsory topics in BTEC National & A Level Engineering courses are also addressed. Numerous worked examples supported by 600 worked problems & 1050 further problems within exercises included throughout the text. in addition there are 15 assignments included at regular intervals. Free instructor's manual is available for download which

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Longman Basic English Dictonary has all the information on the English language that young learners need to know. It contains thousands of simple examples based on the Longman Corpus Network up- to-date coverage including new words relating to computers & the internet easy definitions & fun illistrations. *12 000 words & phrases with simple definitions & examples *16 full-colour topic pages & hundreds of illustrations * Workbook exercises for vocabulary practice n.b. This dictionary replaces the Longman New Junior English Dictionary. ...

This text is an introduction to the basic rules of grammar with examples exercises & activities. It is designed for those re-taking examinations or hoping to improve their communication skills for qualification & employment purposes. It starts with a self-assessment questionnaire to establish user's strengths & weaknesses & guide him/her to appropriate chapters. Subsequent chapters tackle various types of grammar terms & conventions with each chapter including examples taken from everyday sources & a range of realistic checkpoint exercises & activities. A chapter of further activities gives additional opportunities for practice & revision. A checklist of the 250 most commonly misspelled words is provided as are the answers to exercises & activities where appropriate. ...

Basic Grammar in Use Third edition is the lower-level text in the Grammar in Use series. It focuses on the fundamental grammar structures normally taught in basic or introductory courses. Each of the 116 units in the Students Book is presented in a two-page spread with simple explanations on the left-hand page & practice exercises to check understanding on the right. This edition with answers can be used in the classroom or for self-study. It

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