The Automation Body of Knowledge (ABoK), Third Edition, is a comprehensive technical guide published by the International Society of Automation (ISA) that covers the entire lifecycle of industrial automation. Edited by Nicholas P. Sands and Ian Verhappen, it serves as a crucial reference for professionals on topics ranging from instrumentation and control systems to cybersecurity and safety. For more details, visit ISA. A Guide to the Automation Body of Knowledge
Searchability: The ability to use "Ctrl+F" to instantly find specific terms like "redundancy" or "deterministic networking" is invaluable for exam prep. The Automation Body of Knowledge (ABoK), Third Edition,
What’s new / emphasized in 3rd edition (practical implications) For more details, visit ISA
: Written and edited by 38 leading industry experts, including editors Nicholas Sands and Ian Verhappen Expanded Scope These platforms host the Third Edition as a searchable PDF
Many university libraries and large engineering firms subscribe to Knovel (by Elsevier) or AccessEngineering. These platforms host the Third Edition as a searchable PDF. If you are a student or employee, check your internal library portal.
What is the Automation Body of Knowledge (ABOK)?