Library Guides: EDSGN 100: Introduction to Engineering Design: Standards and Specifications

Standards and Specifications

Using The CAT:

The most frequently requested item from engineering libraries are copies of standards and specifications. To locate these in The CAT:

Type "engineering specifications" or "engineering standards" in the Search Box.
Select Subject Heading from the drop down menu.
Limit to Altoona if you wish, otherwise all University Libraries' locations will be searched.
Browse results.

Using Databases:

ASME Standards Collection
Access to all active American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards.

Contains full-text access to all active American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards, including the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC). Note: To view use Guest Access or create a free account to save items.
ASTM Standards and Engineering Digital Library
Access to all current American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) standards.

Provides full-text access to all current ASTM (American Society of Testing Materials) and AASHTO (American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials) standards.