A "Best Seller" by Thomas A. Hughes From ISA With Bonus CD-ROM

RTP NC, USA -- Measurement & Control Basics is ideal for classroom use or self-study. This newly revised best-selling book has provided thousands of students, technicians, sales people, and others with a practical introduction to the technologies, systems, and strategies involved in industrial process control.

The fourth edition takes the same proven intuitive approach of previous editions. Each chapter begins with basic definitions and mathematical concepts that allow readers to become well versed in the principles necessary to understand the variables that affect process control systems.

Features of the fourth edition include improved coverage of analytical measurement and control, and the addition of sections on the international standard for PLC languages; process visualization; and personal computer-based control systems.

The book also includes solutions to exercises that make it more suitable for self-study. A bonus CD-ROM is also included.

The author, Thomas A. Hughes, a Senior Member of ISA, has 30 years of experience in the design and installation of instrumentation and control systems, including 20 years in the management of instrumentation and control projects for the process and nuclear industries.

He is the author of two books: Measurement and Control Basics, 4th Edition and Programmable Controllers, 4th Edition, both published by ISA.

Mr. Hughes received a B. S. in engineering physics from the University of
Colorado, and an M.S. in control systems engineering from Colorado State
University.

He holds professional engineering licenses in the states of Colorado and Alaska, and has held engineering and management positions with Dow Chemical, Rockwell International, EG&G Rocky Flats, Topro Systems Integration, and the International Atomic Energy Agency.

Format: Softbound Book
Length: 375 pages
Copyright: 2007
Publisher:ISA

Non-Member Price: $109.00
ISA Member Price: $99.00

To learn more or to order, click the following link: Product ISBN/ID: 978-1-55617-916-7