**Publisher:** McGraw Hill Education
**Subjects Covered:** Engineering, materials science, mechanical design, civil and electrical systems, chemistry, and applied mathematics

Overview

AccessEngineering is a digital reference and learning platform developed by McGraw Hill for engineering education and professional practice. It includes hundreds of authoritative eBooks, data sets, videos, and interactive tools across all engineering disciplines. This resource supports teaching, research, and applied problem‑solving by offering trusted technical information used by both students and engineers in the field.

Scope and Content

• Full Text: Hundreds of engineering handbooks, textbooks, and reference works, including Perry’s Chemical Engineers’ Handbook and Marks’ Standard Handbook for Mechanical Engineers.
• Disciplines: Civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, materials, environmental, and industrial engineering.
• Features: Interactive graphs, data visualizations, spreadsheets, and calculators for applied learning.
• Includes: Case studies, instructional videos, and curriculum materials aligned with ABET standards.
• Authors and Publishers: McGraw Hill and recognized engineering experts.
• Update Frequency: Continuously updated with new editions and features.
• Access Model: Multi‑user institutional access with browser‑based tools.

Strengths

• Provides authoritative engineering reference content and data tools.
• Combines theory with real‑world application through case studies and interactive tools.
• Curriculum‑aligned materials support ABET‑accredited programs and engineering coursework.
• Interactive features enhance comprehension and engagement.
• Covers multiple disciplines, supporting both undergraduate and professional research.
• Ideal for design projects, technical reports, and hands‑on learning.

Limitations

• Primarily focused on textbooks and handbooks rather than peer‑reviewed journals.
• Limited retention of older editions or historical content.
• Does not include journal literature—should be paired with IEEE Xplore or ScienceDirect.
• Best suited for applied rather than theoretical science.
• Requires internet access for interactive features and visualization tools.

Best For

• Engineering students needing design data, equations, and reference materials.
• Faculty designing lab exercises, lectures, and course assignments.
• Capstone and senior design teams developing real‑world projects.
• Researchers requiring authoritative engineering data and formula references.
• Professional engineers engaged in continuing education or applied research.

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Overall Evaluation

AccessEngineering is an essential resource for applied engineering and technical education. It combines authoritative reference books with interactive tools and multimedia content that bridge academic theory and professional practice. For South Dakota Mines, AccessEngineering strengthens STEM learning outcomes, supports ABET accreditation goals, and provides practical resources for students and faculty. It should appear on the A‑to‑Z Databases page and in Engineering, Materials Science, and Design Resources LibGuides as a leading resource for engineering reference, data, and applied learning.

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