Network security : know it all / James Joshi … [et al.]

Taking the Network Security module this year? Want to know a thing or two about Network Security? Network Security: Know It All has the answer to your questions! This book has it all – it covers the fundamental topics of network security administration such as detecting, protecting, and preventing all major network-based attacks, and it walks you through each chapter with examples to help you understand key security concepts effectively. This book will teach you how to devise and develop an effective security strategy to help protect the privacy of your network, and expose you to how wireless network security is done in the real world.

If you are up for more in-depth learning, you should find the online links provided in the book to be quite a challenging. But if you are just a beginner, the contents in this book should be just enough for you to understand the basics of network security, and to guide you through the entire 15 weeks of the Network Security module.

So if network security is something that is of interest to you, this book is for you!

Location:         North

Call Number:   TK5105.59 NET 2008

Written by:      Mak Woon Chong

Fundamentals of electrical engineering / Charles A. Gross, Thaddeus A. Roppel.

We use electronics like phones, light bulbs and computers in our daily lives. The convenience of these applicances makes life easier, and are made possible by Electrical Engineering, thus making it an important field of study these days. Since we encounter electical engineering in our daily lives, it would be good to have some knowledge about the subject so that we would be able to understand more about the machines we use every day and the principles behind them.

Fundamentals of electrical engineering covers not only the theories but also provides examples of the problems that we face in the real world. It starts off with the basics of electronics such as analog and digital logics, AC and DC principles, Kirchhoff’s Laws and different types of energy system. Then it introduces the basics of electronic systems such as resistor, capacitors, semiconductor devices, diodes, Transistors (BJT and MOSFET transistors), sensors, microcontrollers, etc. It even introduces us to the amazing “ROBOTS”.

In conclusion, after reading this book, even if you had no Engineering background, you would be able to get a general idea of it. It will also benefit Engineers who want to advance their knowledge. Moreover, it includes some real life Electrical engineering problems and solutions, as well as its application in our society. The book also includes pictures of its applications like the Articulated Robot, Solar thermal installations as well as clear circuit illustrations for us to understand more about Electrical Engineering. So, I would recommended this book to anyone who wants to understand Electrical Engineering.
 

Location:         North

Call Number:   TK148 GRO 2012

Written by:      Aung Kyi Su Su Zin

Talking about things / [series editor, Christopher S. Ward ; writers, Joyce James … [et al.]].

This book is part of the series called “Grammar Matters”. The other four titles in the series are “Talking about action”, “Talking about time and place”, “Talking with others” and “Talking at length”. As English is a very important communication tool we should use good grammar so as to avoid misunderstanding in our daily life.

The book makes use of funny pictures to illustrate a familiar scene – like being in the supermarket – and when to use singular or plural. It is very easy to understand and is very interesting to read. There are not just examples but also exercises available to let you check if you’ve got it correct. So if you’re bored with nothing to do, read this book. Not only will it entertain you and help you kill time, but you can learn something while you’re at it.

Location:         East

Call Number:   PE1128 TAL 2000

Written by:      Xi Aijun

Aviation maintenance technician handbook : general : 2008 / U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, Flight Standards Service

The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) established a mechanic certification with airframe and powerplant (“A&P”) ratings to make sure that aircrafts are airworthy. If you are interested to find out how this is done to ensure the safety of the aircraft system, you have to read this book.

This volume in the series emphasizes theory and methods of practical application while giving the aspiring aviation maintenance technician the foundational knowledge required for the module of Aviation Maintenances Practice. It also serves as an invaluable reference guide for already-certified technicians or the engineer who wishes to improve his knowledge and skills in the aviation industry.

The chapter structure for this book ensures consistent and efficient internalization of the material, and the textbook is fully illustrated in color with drawings, photographs, tables and charts, and includes a glossary and index. The book outlines safety considerations and addresses how successful maintenance technicians incorporate knowledge and awareness of ethics, professionalism, and human factors in the field.

Location:         North

Call Number:   TL671.9 AVI 2008

Written by:      LIAU SEAN KENG

Science at the nanoscale : an introductory textbook / Chin Wee Shong, Sow Chorng Haur, Andrew TS Wee

Technology advances with each second. In the old days, we used cabled phones – big and bulky phones which could not be easily transported. Now we have smart phones which can fit in our pockets. In the future, we might be able to have phones embedded in our hands or something even more advanced. This can happen because of nanotechnology.

Science at the nanoscale covers the basics of nanotechnology including its applications. It introduces us to quantum physics and mechanics which is the basis for understanding nano-size particles. Moreover, it explains the physical and chemical characteristics of nano-size particles. So, after reading this book, one will clearly know how nano-size particles are different from normal size particles. In addition, it includes information about the tools used for nanotechnology like SEM, TEM and AFM and their working principles.

In conclusion, nanotechnology has become one of the fastest developing technologies and it is used not only in electronics but also in cosmetics, health and so on. Since nanotechnology is widely used in most fields, it will benefit not only engineering students but also students from other diplomas. This is a good book to read to understand more about nanotechnology.

Location:         North

Call Number:   T174.7 CHI 2010

Written by:      Aung Kyi Su Su Zin