Engineering and the Built Environment: Mechanical Engineering

builds upon the first volume, focusing on more advanced second-year undergraduate topics. It transitions from basic principles to more complex system analysis.

The series, primarily edited by Michael Clifford, is a foundational textbook set designed for undergraduate engineering students. The series is typically divided into two parts, tailored to different stages of an engineering curriculum. An Introduction to Mechanical Engineering: Part 1

: Foundations of electronics relevant to mechanical systems.

: Basic principles of energy and fluid flow.

is aimed at first-year undergraduate students, including those in foundation degrees or Higher National Diplomas (HNDs). It provides a comprehensive grounding in the absolute core subjects required for early engineering studies. Key Topics Covered :

: It often includes questions and answers for self-guided learning and is written by a team of experienced lecturers from the University of Nottingham . An Introduction to Mechanical Engineering: Part 2