Workshop Processes Practices & Materials" is an ideal introduction to workshop processes practices & materials for entry level engineers & workshop technicians. With detailed illustrations throughout & simple clear language this is a practical one book introduction to what can be a very complex subject. It has been significantly updated & revised to include new material on adhesives protective coatings plastics & current Health & Safety legislation. It covers all the standard topics including safe practices measuring equipment hand & machine tools materials & joining methods making it an indispensable handbook for use both in class & the workshop. Its broad coverage makes it a useful reference book for many different courses worldwide including BTEC First Engineering & other NVQ Level 2 engineering courses from City & Guilds. A practical workshop text with the essential information on workshop practice needed by students new to the field of mechanical engineering. End of chapter review questions help reinforce chapter content Clear straightforward writing style with detailed illustrations throughout to improve accessibility for visual learners."