Process Control: A First Course with MATLAB (Cambridge Series in Chemical Engineering) - Hardcover

Chau, Pao C.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521807603 ISBN 13: 9780521807609

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2002

Synopsis

An introductory 2002 textbook, Process Control covers the most essential aspects of process control suitable for a two-semester course. While classical techniques are discussed, also included is a discussion of state space modeling and control, a modern control topic lacking in most introductory texts. MATLAB, a popular engineering software package, is employed as a powerful yet approachable computational tool. Text examples demonstrate how root locus, Bode plots, and time domain simulations can be integrated to tackle a control problem. Classical control and state space designs are compared. Despite the reliance on MATLAB, theory and analysis of process control are well-presented, creating a well-rounded pedagogical text. Each chapter concludes with problem sets, to which hints or solutions are provided. A web site provides excellent support in the way of MATLAB outputs of text examples and MATLAB sessions, references, and supplementary notes. Students and professionals will find it a useful text and reference.

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Review

"This book operates well as a succinct and readable introductory text for students studying process control, as well as for professionals undertaking industrial short courses or looking for a brief reference. It will also serve admirably as a useful teaching textbook...a book that informs, illuminates, and is sure to elicit lively discussions from the teacher and the taught in any courses that utilize it." Current Engineering Practice

"This book is highly recommended for a first course..." Chemical Engineering Progress

Book Description

Process Control, first published in 2002, covers the most essential aspects of process control for a two-semester introductory course. Theory and analysis of process control are well-presented, and MATLAB is employed as a powerful yet approachable computational tool. Each chapter concludes with problem sets, and a custom web site provides MATLAB support.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0521807603
• ISBN 13: 9780521807609
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 328