Instrumentation and Control Systems

2nd ed. Addresses the basic principles of modern instrumentation and control systems, including examples of the latest devices, techniques and applications. Coverage includes smart instrumentation, DAQ, crucial health and safety considerations, and practical issues such as noise reduction, maintenance and testing. An introduction to PLCs and ladder programming is incorporated in the text. Problems with a full answer section are also included, to aid the reader’s self-assessment and learning. An ideal text for all introductory level undergraduate courses in control engineering and instrumentation.