This unique text/ lab manual contains introductory concepts in the fields of Human Machine Interface and Programmable Logic Controllers, plus 14 hands-on step-by-step activities. These activities provide experiences in creating various process-control applications with HMI devices and software. This programming allows the HMI systems Operator to interface and interact with the system. The aim of this book is to introduce high school and college students, plus those in the professional fields of process control and automation to the capabilities of HMI.

Introduces students and those in industry to the capabilities oft-lumen Machine Interface;The many hands-on lab activities provide experiences in creating process control applications;Human- Machine Interface is used extensively in process control automation in manufacturing;Assumes no prior experience in working with HMI devices and software;Includes the connection of HMI to the Programmable Logic Controller;Focuses primarily on Allen Bradley devices and Rockwell software;Activities range from basic to more advanced.

About the Author
Dr. Samuel Guccione is a professor in the School of Technology at Eastern Illinois University. He has taught a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in high technology; and is a member of the Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering. Dr James McKirahan also taught a variety of manufacturing and industrial technology courses at Eastern Illinois University; and is currently teaching courses in Technology Management & Systems at Indiana State University.


Book Information
ISBN 9780831135829
Author Dr. Samuel Guccione
Format Paperback
Page Count 275
Imprint Industrial Press Inc.,U.S.
Publisher Industrial Press Inc.,U.S.