Elements of Ocean EngineeringThis text is intended for use in a first course for ocean engineering students & as an overview of the ocean engineering field & its applications. Ocean Engineering is a field that addresses man's use of the ocean frontier. Ocean engineers are involved in developing this vast & harsh frontier while at the same time striving to protect the ocean environment. $65.00, Members $50.00. The Society of Naval Architects & Marine Engineers, 601 Pavonia Ave., Jersey City, NJ 07306. phone: 201-798-4800 FAX: 201-798-4975. website: http://www.sname.org. |
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