A First Course in the Finite Element Method (MindTap Course List) is authored by Daryl Logan and published by Cengage Learning. This 6th edition, released on January 1, 2016, is written in English and spans 992 pages. Designed for undergraduate and graduate students in civil and mechanical engineering, the book focuses on stress analysis and heat transfer without requiring prior knowledge of structural analysis. Ideal for those seeking to understand the fundamentals of the finite element method as a tool for solving practical physical problems, this comprehensive guide offers clear explanations and practical insights into the subject matter.