Introduction .- PART A THE SYSTEM CONCEPT.- A1 Everyday Use and Meaning.- A2 The Philosophical Context.- A3 The System Concept Within the Philosophical Framework.- A4 Some Features of the System Concept.- A5 Applying the System Concept.- . PART B ENGINEERING.- B1 A Short History.- B2 Characteristics of Engineering.- B3 Usefulness - The Purpose of Engineering.- B4 Design...