{"product_id":"9780988747623","title":"An Engineer's Guide to Solving Problems","description":"Engineers want to get employed and stay employed.\u003cp\u003e\"An Engineer's Guide to Solving Problems\" targets engineering students and recent graduates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe transition from engineering school to real world problem solver can be rough. Suddenly, there is not just one correct response for a problem. There might be an infinite number of correct solutions, where some are simply better than others. Some problems are so layered and twisted that their solutions seem absurdly complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArm yourself for success with the methods in this book:\u003cbr\u003e* The Five Questions every problem solver must answer.\u003cbr\u003e* The best and worst ways to communicate your ideas.\u003cbr\u003e* New ways to see what other observers miss.\u003cbr\u003e* Mastering the right tools.\u003cbr\u003e* Six warnings to heed when you think you have a solution.\u003cbr\u003e* Critical challenge questions you must answer before you declare victory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmployers and customers cherish engineers who consistently meet their toughest challenges. This book delivers simple methods, practical advice, and entertaining stories to help you sharpen your skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is intended for mature readers. The author occasionally uses strong language to humorous effect or makes references not intended for children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Second Edition includes some updates plus a new cover and shorter title. The first edition was originally published as \"The Dog Barks When the Phone Rings: An Engineer's Guide to Solving Problems\".\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kokomo Press LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49785356321008,"sku":"9780988747623","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780988747623","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}