Advanced MPC systems help food manufacturers optimize complex processes, reduce waste and maintain consistent product quality ...

Success is less about memorizing formulas and more about understanding process behavior, valves, operators and controller ...

Which subjects should be included in the curriculum of an undergraduate process control course, and which should not?

PID loops are a central component of modulating boiler control systems with applications ranging from basic steam header pressure control to cascading 3-element drum level control. A modern ...

Plant engineers and technicians are frequently asked to tune the controller when a control loop’s process value has prolonged or significant excursions from the set point. But in many instances, no ...

In the nearly 40 years since electronic control systems first became common features of industrial machines, controls theory has necessarily evolved to keep pace with machine design. Early on, systems ...

Note: This specialization requires purchase of a hardware kit in order to apply your knowledge and skill with real world tools. The hardware will be used to complete the lab exercises across the four ...