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Instructional and educational works -- Handbooks and manuals

 Subject
Subject Source: Loc Genre/Form Terms For Library And Archival Materials (Lcgft)
Scope Note: A topically organized book of reference on a certain field of knowledge, disregarding the size of it

Variants: Companions (Handbooks) // Enchiridia // Enchiridions // Manuals // Pocket Companions // Vade-mecums

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

"Rules and Regulations" [Employee handbook for Pratt & Whitney Aircraft emplyees)], 1937-07-20

 Item — Box TB.S7.001, Folder: TF.S7.B.013
Identifier: 20170513
Scope and Contents Document Type: Record (Business).Purpose: Business activities.Authority: Company (Manufacturer).Scope: Employee handbook issued to Pratt & Whitney Aircraft emplyees.Contents: Topics include: badges, lockers, hours, starting times, telephone calls, sanitary precautions, cafeteria, cooperation, prevention of accidents, insurance, general shop rules and safety/fire rules.From the Preface: "Pratt...
Dates: Issued: 1937-07-20

The Aircraft Engine and its Operation, 1962-01, 1951

 Item — Box MC-019-TBD, Folder: TBD
Identifier: 20191011
Scope and Contents Document Type: Engine Operations ManualDocument Number: PWA109702From the FOREWORD: The aircraft engine is designed to power aircraft in flight. Its construction, installation, servicing, and repair present many interesting and important problems; but its actual operation is, naturally, of more immediate concern to the pilot. A number of texts, handbooks, and manuals are available which discuss the principles of engine design and installation, and describe the...
Dates: Publication: 1962-01; Copyright: 1951