Applied Engineering Economics Using Excel

This must-have textbook for students in mechanical, civil, and electrical engineering departments addresses issues not sufficiently covered by existing engineering economics texts. Clearly presenting fundamental concepts that engineering students need to master in one semester, the author effectively applies an incremental learning method, starting with resolving personal financial matters and gradually progressing to the complexities of engineering economic calculations. Ample practical examples and exercises with answers at the end of each chapter teach students to solve problems using Microsoft Excel without the need for calculus. Future engineers also will gain valuable skills such as the ability to effectively communicate the results of their analyses to financial professionals.
 
Features

• Students learn the essential principles of engineering economics in one semester.
• Practical examples and exercises teach complex problem solving using Microsoft Excel, rather than calculus.
• The author draws from his extensive academic and industry engineering experience.
• The material in this textbook has been highly successful in classroom testing.

Preface
Acknowledgments
Dedication

Chapter 1 : Introduction to Engineering Economics
Chapter 2 : Interest and Financial Equivalence
Chapter 3 : Cash Flow
Chapter 4 : Cash Flow Series and Net Present Value
Chapter 5 : Nominal and Effective Interest Rates
Chapter 6 : Project Justification Methods
Chapter 7 : Sensitivity Analysis
Chapter 8 : Amortization, Depreciation, and Income Taxes
Chapter 9 : Realistic Cash Flows Projections (A Case Study)
Chapter 10 : Choosing the Best Option from Multiple Projects
Chapter 11 : Cost-Benefit Analysis for Public Projects

Appendix : Answer Key for Exercises by Chapter
Glossary
Index