The third edition was significantly updated in 2018 to address the rapid evolution of digital technologies. Major updates include: A Guide to the Automation Body of Knowledge

Comprehensive overviews of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) hardware and software architectures.

Detailed guidance on process and analytical instrumentation, including the selection and installation of sensors for pressure, level, flow, and temperature.

The third edition is structured to reflect the modern industrial environment, covering everything from fundamental field devices to high-level system security.

Critical information on Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and industrial security.

Techniques for continuous, batch, and advanced regulatory control, as well as valve selection and operation.