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21. |  Master Math: Essential Physics By: Debra Anne Ross Lawrence; David Allen Lawrence Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 19-APR-2012 Insert Date: 19-DEC-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Master Math: Essential Physics MASTER MATH: ESSENTIAL PHYSICS presents, teaches, and explains the fundamental topics of algebra-based physics. It includes engaging, fun examples and applications, as well as challenging practice problems with explanatory answers. MASTER MATH: ESSENTIAL PHYSICS was written for you, the student, parent, teacher, tutor, or curious thinker. It covers the essentials of high school and college curricula. It can serve as a supplement to your textbook, a handy reference, or a tutor for lifetime learners. Topics encompass motion, force, momentum, Newton's Laws, equilibrium, friction, forces in...
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22. |  By: Marc Pagani Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 15-NOV-2012 Insert Date: 12-DEC-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Fearless Photographer Travel Creative work of any kind requires a certain amount of fearlessness-the willingness to step out, both physically and emotionally, to explore new paths, and to take chances. FEARLESS PHOTOGRAPHY: TRAVEL is the perfect guide to have along as you test new limits, develop your photographic skills, and stretch yourself creatively in the art of travel photography. This comprehensive guide for the travel photographer focuses, of course, on techniques for getting great shots, but it also covers everything you'll need to know about travel photography, from picking destinations and fitting into new...
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23. |  Developing Web Pages with jQuery By: Don Gosselin Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 28-SEP-2012 Insert Date: 29-NOV-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Developing Web Pages with jQuery jQuery is one of today's most popular JavaScript libraries and is used in nearly half of the World Wide Web's 10,000 most-visited sites. Web developers working with JavaScript can use the jQuery library to simplify processes such as event handling, animating, HTML document traversing, and Ajax interactions--and quickly create powerful and dynamic web pages. In DEVELOPING WEB PAGES WITH JQUERY, web developers new to jQuery will learn the ins and outs of coding with this powerful tool. The book's clear, practical instruction is hands-on and step-by-step, and it features plenty of code examples...
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24. |  David Busch’s Olympus® OM-D E-M5 Guide to Digital Photography By: David D. Busch; Dan Simon Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 29-NOV-2012 Insert Date: 29-NOV-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: David Busch’s Olympus® OM-D E-M5 Guide to Digital Photography DAVID BUSCH'S OLYMPUS OM-D E-M5 GUIDE TO DIGITAL SLR PHOTOGRAPHY is your one-stop resource and reference for the OLYMPUS OM-D E-M5. The OM-D E-M5 is the first dSLR-like mirrorless camera using the Micro Four Thirds format and features five-access image stabilization, super-fast autofocus, and ISO settings up to 25,600. With this book in hand, you will explore the world of digital photography, learn to exercise your creativity, and take great photographs with the Olympus OM-D E-M5. With clear how-to steps and full-color illustrations, DAVID BUSCH'S OLYMPUS OM-D E-M5 GUIDE TO DIGITAL SLR...
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25. |  David Busch’s Sony® α NEX-F3 Guide to Digital Photography By: David D. Busch Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 27-NOV-2012 Insert Date: 29-NOV-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: David Busch’s Sony® α NEX-F3 Guide to Digital Photography DAVID BUSCH'S SONY ALPHA NEX-F3 GUIDE TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY is your best resource and reference for the Sony Alpha NEX-F3, the newest model in the Sony compact mirrorless model line. The Alpha NEX-F3 features a high-resolution 16MP sensor, professional HD movie-making with a built-in stereo microphone, tilting screen, and built-in flash plus hotshoe. With this book in hand, you will explore the world of digital photography, learn to flex your creativity, and take great photographs with the Sony Alpha NEX-F3. With clear how-to steps and full-color illustrations, DAVID BUSCH'S SONY ALPHA...
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26. |  David Busch’s Compact Field Guide for the Canon® EOS Rebel® T4i/650D By: David D. Busch Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 13-NOV-2012 Insert Date: 29-NOV-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: David Busch’s Compact Field Guide for the Canon® EOS Rebel® T4i/650D This field guide was specially created to help you make the most of your Canon EOS Rebel T4i/650D digital SLR. DAVID BUSCH'S COMPACT FIELD GUIDE FOR THE CANNON EOS REBEL T4i/650D gives you the tools and techniques you'll need to achieve beautiful results when shooting with this powerful and popular camera. In seven information-packed chapters, filled with helpful checklists, tables, and charts, David Busch, the #1-selling author of dSLR camera guides, distills the fundamentals of working with the Canon EOS Rebel T4i/650D, walks you through the camera's features and functions, and shows you...
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27. |  College Apps: Selecting, Applying to, and Paying for the Right College for You By: Trish Portnoy Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 21-NOV-2012 Insert Date: 29-NOV-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: College Apps: Selecting, Applying to, and Paying for the Right College for You Today's high school students are in new territory when it comes to making college and career decisions. College costs, the current economy, and the wide variety of educational options available mean that students and their parents are, more than ever, in need of careful, clear guidance and advice. A roadmap for millennials and their parents, COLLEGE APPS: SELECTING, APPLYING TO, AND PAYING FOR THE RIGHT COLLEGE FOR YOU leads readers through the transition from high school to college. Based on Trish Portnoy's popular course, College Freshman Seminar, the book is a comprehensive guide covering...
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28. |  By: Diane Koers; Ruth Maran Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 06-NOV-2012 Insert Date: 29-NOV-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Maran Illustrated Windows® 8 MARAN ILLUSTRATED WINDOWS 8 is your indispensable full-color guide to the latest evolution of the Windows operating system. Windows 8 brings new flexibility, portability, and interactivity to computing, and this book shows you how to get the most out of this cutting-edge operating system. Regardless of your experience level, MARAN ILLUSTRATED WINDOWS 8 will walk you through Windows 8 operations from beginning to end, with clear, step-by-step instructions and more than 500 color photos to keep you on track and help you succeed with Windows 8. The unique Maran Illustrated treatment covers more...
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29. |  Creating Adventure Games for Teens By: Jason Darby Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 12-NOV-2012 Insert Date: 29-NOV-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Creating Adventure Games for Teens If you're ready to learn all about making your own adventure games, CREATING ADVENTURE GAMES FOR TEENS is ready to show you how--and no prior programming skills are required! After being introduced to the history and principles of adventure game creation, learning what makes a good game, you'll immediately put your new knowledge into practice by making adventure games for the PC and web platforms. Using the latest version of Multimedia Fusion, the user-friendly drag-and-drop game and application creation program, CREATING ADVENTURE GAMES FOR TEENS will also teach you how to make text and...
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30. |  By: David D. Busch Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 19-SEP-2012 Insert Date: 20-OCT-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: David Busch’s Sony® α SLT-A37 DAVID BUSCH'S SONY SLT-A37 GUIDE TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY is your best resource and reference for the Sony SLT-A37. This latest entry-level model features Sony's successful translucent mirror-technology, which allows for simultaneous focusing and shooting--at an amazing 10 frames per second. The A37 also features 16.7 megapixel resolution and full HDTV movie-making with continuous autofocus. With this book in hand, you will explore the world of digital photography, learn to exercise your creativity, and take great photographs with the Sony SLT-A37. With clear how-to steps and full-color...
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31. |  David Busch’s Canon® EOS Rebel® T4i/650D Guide to Digital SLR Photography By: David D. Busch Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 18-OCT-2012 Insert Date: 19-OCT-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: David Busch’s Canon® EOS Rebel® T4i/650D Guide to Digital SLR Photography DAVID BUSCH'S CANON EOS REBEL T4i/650D GUIDE TO DIGITAL SLR PHOTOGRAPHY is your best resource and reference for the EOS Rebel T4i/650D. This update of the Canon EOS Rebel T3i is the most advanced Rebel dSLR ever introduced by Canon and features wireless flash, Basic+ settings, 18 megapixel resolution, and an articulated color LCD. With this book in hand, you will explore the world of digital photography, learn to exercise your creativity, and take great photographs with the EOS Rebel T4i/650D. With clear how-to steps and full-color illustrations, DAVID BUSCH'S CANON EOS REBEL T4i/650D GUIDE...
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32. |  David Busch’s Compact Field Guide for the Sony® α SLT-A57/A37 By: David D. Busch Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 16-OCT-2012 Insert Date: 19-OCT-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: David Busch’s Compact Field Guide for the Sony® α SLT-A57/A37 Are you tired of squinting at the tiny color-coded tables and difficult-to-read text you find on the typical laminated reference card that you keep with you when you're in the field or on location? Well throw away your cheat sheets and command cards! DAVID BUSCH'S COMPACT FIELD GUIDE FOR THE SONY A SLT-A57/A37 is your solution. This new reference guide condenses all the must-have information you need while shooting into a portable book you'll want to permanently tuck into your camera bag. You'll find every settings option for your Sony a SLT-A57/A37 listed, along with advice on why you should...
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33. |  David Busch’s Compact Field Guide for the Nikon® D800/D800E By: David D. Busch Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 26-SEP-2012 Insert Date: 19-SEP-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: David Busch’s Compact Field Guide for the Nikon® D800/D800E This compact, camerabagfriendly field guide was specially created to help you make the most of your Nikon D800/D800E digital SLR. DAVID BUSCH'S COMPACT FIELD GUIDE FOR THE NIKON D800/D800E gives you the tools and techniques you'll need to achieve beautiful results when shooting on the go with this powerful and popular camera. In seven informationpacked chapters, filled with helpful checklists, tables, and charts, David Busch, the #1selling author of dSLR camera guides, distills the fundamentals of working with the Nikon D800/D800E, walks you through the camera's features and functions, and...
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34. |  DAVID BUSCH’S NIKON® D800/D800E GUIDE TO DIGITAL SLR PHOTOGRAPHY By: David D. Busch Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 12-SEP-2012 Insert Date: 06-SEP-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: DAVID BUSCH’S NIKON® D800/D800E GUIDE TO DIGITAL SLR PHOTOGRAPHY Are you looking for a sure, complete guide to your new Nikon D800/D800E? If so, DAVID BUSCH'S NIKON D800/D800E GUIDE TO DIGITAL SLR PHOTOGRAPHY is the perfect companion for you. The Nikon D800/D800E is the long-anticipated replacement for Nikon's D700 full-frame (FX) model and features ISO up to 204,400, a new exposure sensor with 91,000-pixel resolution, and advanced HDTV video features. This book will help you explore the world of digital photography, flex your creativity, and get the most out of your D800/D800E. With clear how-to steps and full-color illustrations, DAVID BUSCH'S NIKON...
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35. |  Complete Digital Photography, Seventh Edition By: Ben Long Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 12-JUN-2012 Insert Date: 05-SEP-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Complete Digital Photography, Seventh Edition Whether you're new to digital photography or a seasoned shooter, this latest edition of Ben Long's popular guide is your one-stop resource for advice and clear how-to information on every aspect of digital photography, from shooting to postproduction to printing. COMPLETE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY, SEVENTH EDITION starts with the basics; no prior knowledge of photography is needed. By the end of the book, you'll have a deep understanding of the art and technology of photography and be ready to tackle complex photographic challenges. Among the many essential elements of digital photography covered...
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36. |  3D Game Programming All in One, Third Edition By: Kenneth C. Finney Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 22-AUG-2012 Insert Date: 14-AUG-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: 3D Game Programming All in One, Third Edition The latest edition of a bestselling book, 3D GAME PROGRAMMING ALL IN ONE, THIRD EDITION uses the Torque Game Engine technology to show readers how to quickly create their own professional quality games. Rather than getting bogged down in the details of programming, readers learn how to maximize all of Torque3D's powerful capabilities. A comprehensive guide to 3D game programming, the book provides an overview of the gaming industry, game engines, programming, 3D concepts, texturing and modeling, and even audio engineering. Once all the techniques are presented, readers will use all of their...
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37. |  David Busch’s Compact Field Guide for the Nikon® D3200 By: David D. Busch Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 14-AUG-2012 Insert Date: 08-AUG-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: David Busch’s Compact Field Guide for the Nikon® D3200 Are you tired of squinting at the tiny color-coded tables and difficult-to-read text you find on the typical laminated reference card that you keep with you when you're in the field or on location? Well throw away your cheat sheets and command cards! DAVID BUSCH'S COMPACT FIELD GUIDE FOR THE NIKON D3200 is your solution. This new reference guide condenses all the must-have information you need while shooting into a portable book you'll want to permanently tuck into your camera bag. You'll find every settings option for your Nikon D3200 listed, along with advice on why you should use—or not...
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38. |  David Busch’s Portrait/Candid/Street Photography Compact Field Guide By: David D. Busch; Rob Sheppard Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 14-AUG-2012 Insert Date: 08-AUG-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: David Busch’s Portrait/Candid/Street Photography Compact Field Guide This compact, camera-bag-friendly field guide has been specially created to help portrait, candid, and street photographers capture great images. No matter which digital SLR you own, DAVID BUSCH'S PORTRAIT/CANDID/STREET PHOTOGRAPHY COMPACT FIELD GUIDE gives you the tools and techniques you'll need to achieve beautiful results when working with all three methods of photographing people. In six information-packed chapters, filled with helpful checklists, tables, and charts, this concise guide distills the fundamentals of good portrait/candid/street photography and puts them at your fingertips,...
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39. |  By: Virginia Wisslar Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 24-JUL-2012 Insert Date: 29-JUL-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Illuminated Pixels Illuminated Pixels: The Why, What, and How of Digital Lighting teaches digital artists how to apply the foundational principles of lighting to digital lighting and design. The book explores the why, what, and how of lighting, integrating classic concepts with modern techniques, explaining the importance and the application of them. By discussing first concept, then how concept is applied through specific techniques, each of three important components artistry, realworld physics, and computer technology are integrated in a practical, useful way, giving the reader real tools and knowledge...
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40. |  Explore Lightroom® 4: A Roadmap for Photographers By: Gene McCullagh Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 26-JUN-2012 Insert Date: 24-JUL-2012 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Explore Lightroom® 4: A Roadmap for Photographers Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 is today's premier tool for managing digital images. Photographers at every level, from beginner to pro, appreciate Lightroom for its power, its ease of use, and its ability to impose order on sometimes unruly photo collections. Whether you're new to Lightroom or an old hand ready to master its latest features, EXPLORE LIGHTROOM 4: A ROADMAP FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS will show you how to use the program to develop an efficient workflow and edit, organize, sort, and share your photos and photo collections. Adobe Community Professional Gene McCullagh offers sure, thorough...
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