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The Unwritten Laws of Engineering

By: James G. Skakoon
Narrated by: James G. Skakoon
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This second revised and updated edition of the 1944 classic, narrated by the author James G. Skakoon, serves as a crucial compilation of “house rules”, or a professional code. It addresses three areas: what the beginner needs to learn at once; “laws” relating chiefly to engineering executives; and purely personal considerations for engineers. This new volume is a must for those entering the engineering field or those interested in improving their professional effectiveness.

©2019 ASME (P)2020 ASME Press
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How is this not required reading for all engineering graduates

I am 16 years into my engineering career and only now did I find out about this book. Every inch of this book is worth considering seriously and most are worth adopting directly into our daily work lives as engineers. Highly recommend!

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I'm so happy that I found this recommendation.

He gives you the perspective of how to keep a job, cut and dry, with no blinders and dissuasions.

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Great for Novice/ Low Exp Employees

Advice that will take out some of the harsher learning curves if you’re new to a job. Doesn’t matter the type of position or field, it’s all sound general advice for the workplace!

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Compulsory

This should be compulsory for all engineers to read, and to treat as strict rules to follow.

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