The informally trained mechanic: Skill acquisition in the workplace

Journal of Vocational Education and Training

Volumn 55, Issue 2, 2003, Pages 133-148

  Barber, Jamie ^a  

^a DOWNING COLLEGE   (United Kingdom)

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EID: 78649465619     PISSN: 13636820     EISSN: 17475090     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1080/13636820300200222     Document Type: Article

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