Strategies for Creative Problem Solving

<b>A Tested Proven Approach to Problem Solving--Updated with New Material and Current Real-Life Examples</b></p> </p> <b><i><b>Strategies for Creative Problem Solving Third Edition </b></i></b> will help you hone your creative skills and apply those skills to solve nearly any problem. Drawing on National Science Foundation-funded advanced research that studied problem-solving techniques in all areas of modern industry this book presents a comprehensive systematic problem-solving framework. Through hands-on techniques and exercises drawing on realistic examples you will learn how to approach an ill-defined problem identify the real problem generate and implement the best solution evaluate what you've learned and build on that knowledge. </p> </p> This third edition has been updated and revised further enhancing its value for engineers technical practitioners students and anyone who wants to improve their problem-solving skills. Updates include </p> <ul> <li> More than twenty-five new examples--based on recent real-world events and topics--that illustrate the various problem-solving techniques </li> <li> Expanded coverage of critical thinking and reasoning </li> <li> An introduction to structured critical reasoning </li> <li> New discussion of managing complex change </li> <li> Expanded and improved explanations of the components of problem-solving strategies </li> </ul> The first edition of this book earned ASEE's 1996 Meriam-Wiley Distinguished Author Award and now it's more focused and useful than ever.</p> </p> <i> </i> <i>Companion Web Site</i> </p> The book's companion Web site (www.engin.umich.edu/scps) is a valuable resource for students and instructors. The site contains </p> <ul> <li> <b>Interactive Computer Modules: </b> Seven simulations linked to the book's content and designed to deepen your expertise with every stage of the problem-solving process </li> <li> <b>Summary Notes: </b> Chapter-specific material that highlights important points in each chapter--excellent for classroom presentations and concept review </li> <li> <b>Professional Reference Shelf: </b> Additional examples and problem-solving materials </li> <li> <b>Additional Study Materials: </b> Course syllabi and Web links to related material </li> </ul>