The Introduction to Automation eBook will provide you with a broad and fundamental understanding of industrial automation. Topics range from an overview of common automation industries to an introduction of basic automated system components, such as controllers, I/O, drives, and HMI (Human Machine Interface). In addition, you will learn common automation terminology, what tools are used with industrial automation, and what careers may be available to them within this field. The variety of learning resources integrated in this iBook will give you a solid foundation with automated systems and prepare you for more advanced automation-related topics.