Process Control: Modeling, Design, and Simulation, 2nd Edition

Chapter 17

Summary

A lot of material was covered in this book, yet there are many control-related topics that were not covered. The purpose of this chapter is to summarize the topics covered and to provide an overview of what you should expect in a process engineering position. This chapter should spark your memory and help you determine which topics require a more in-depth review.

After reading this chapter, the reader should be able to

• Recall most of the important topics covered in the book.

• Ace a final examination in a dynamics and control course.

• Have a feel for important practical issues in process engineering.

The major sections of this chapter are as follows:

17.1 Overview of Topics Covered in This Textbook

17.2 Process Engineering ...