Industrial automation & process control

This practical text examines the main topics in industrial automation. It offers the greatest breadth and practical depth of coverage available on the subject, including a much-needed understandable discussion of process control. Because of its wide array of topics and flexible presentation, students will be able to use this text as an resource for several courses. Intended for electro-mechanical and industrial maintenance technicians.

Overview of Industrial Automation. Safety. Overview of Programmable Logic Controllers. Fundamentals of Programming. Rockwell Automation Addressing and Instructions. Timers and Counters. Input/Output Modules and Wiring. Math and Advanced Instructions. Industrial Sensors. Introduction to Robotics. Introduction to Fluid Power Actuation. Fundamentals of Process Control. Process Control Systems. Overview of Plant Floor Communication. Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machines. Installation, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting.