Process Instrumentation I

Provided by: Ivy Tech

 Provides an introduction to the field of Instrumentation and covers process variables and the various instruments used to sense, measure, transmit, and control those variables. This course also introduces control loops and the elements that are found in different types of loops, such as controllers, regulators, and final control elements. The course concludes with a study of instrumentation drawings and diagrams and a unit on troubleshooting instrumentation.

Course Objectives:

  • Discuss the evolution and importance of process instrumentation to the petrochemical and refining industry
  •  Describe the process variables and elements associated with pressure and pressure instruments
  • Describe the process variables and elements associated with temperature and temperature instruments. 

Recommended Background

  • PREREQUISITES: PROC 131/ CO-REQUISITES: PROC 132

Course ID

 PROC 233

Location

All Campuses

Instructor(s)

Ivy Tech

Competencies

Communication, Critical Thinking, Personal Effectiveness, Chemical, Process Instrumentation

Method of Delivery

Estimated Effort

48

Cost