Control Engineering

by W. Bolton

Control engineering is the terminology used to describe the use of automation in repetitive checking and assessment processes in the manufacturing industries. This text introduces the reader to a full range of topics vital to an understanding of the methods of control engineering. It includes worked examples, with answers; and more than 300 diagrams and tables to clarify difficult concepts. The text should be of interest to HNC/HND students studying control engineering. The book covers block M or the BTEC bank of objectives for Electrical and Electronic Principles Unit N U86/329 and blocks J and P of the electrical and electronic Principles bank of objectives of Unit H 136/83B.

336 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1992

About the author

William Bolton

Reviews

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good introduction to control theory. This is the theory of how machines can be used to control certain systems, often electronic or digital machines. A very simple example would be using a thermostat to control temperature in a house, but this book gives more advanced examples.

Mr Bolton's book explains the subject in a very clear and straight-forward way. It's easy to follow, and suitable for someone learning about control theory for the first time. In fact, quite an enjoyable book!