COURSE OVERVIEW:

The purpose of this course is to provide a comprehensive exploration of the technologies used to measure and control process variables in a modern industrial setting. Instrumentation is the "eyes and ears" of any control system; without accurate measurement, effective control is impossible. This program bridges the gap between traditional mechanical instrumentation and the digital sophistication of modern Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and smart field devices.

The scope of this training encompasses the physical principles of measurement for pressure, temperature, level, and flow, while examining how these variables are converted into electrical signals for control. Participants will explore the architecture of modern control systems, including the transition from centralized control to decentralized and field-based intelligence. The curriculum is designed to provide a balanced view of both the field hardware and the high-level control strategies used to maintain process stability.

Coverage includes the practical aspects of instrument selection, calibration, and maintenance, alongside an introduction to advanced control concepts such as feedforward and cascade control. Attendees will learn how to interpret P&IDs, utilize smart instrument diagnostics, and ensure the reliability of the entire control loop. By focusing on the synergy between measurement accuracy and control logic, the course ensures that participants can optimize process performance while adhering to safety and environmental standards.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

• Analyze the fundamental components of an industrial control loop.
• Differentiate between various pressure, temperature, and level sensing technologies.
• Select appropriate flow measurement devices for different fluid types.
• Interpret Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and loop sheets.
• Calibrate smart transmitters using HART and Foundation Fieldbus tools.
• Evaluate the performance of final control elements (valves and actuators).
• Implement Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) control strategies.
• Analyze the benefits of Cascade, Feedforward, and Ratio control logic.
• Utilize Distributed Control System (DCS) architectures for plant-wide control.
• Troubleshoot common instrumentation faults and signal interference.
• Implement predictive maintenance using smart instrument diagnostics.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and instrument installation codes.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for Instrumentation Technicians, Process Engineers, Control Systems Engineers, and Plant Supervisors responsible for process measurement and control.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximize the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.