COURSE OVERVIEW:

The purpose of this course is to provide technical personnel with the essential skills required to interpret, utilize, and develop Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and Equipment Datasheets. These documents serve as the primary blueprint and technical specification for any industrial facility, acting as the definitive reference for engineering, operations, and maintenance. This program focuses on standardizing the language of symbols, tags, and data parameters to ensure clear communication across all engineering disciplines.

The scope of this training encompasses the international standards for symbology, specifically focusing on ISA-5.1 for instrumentation and ISO/API standards for mechanical equipment. Participants will explore the lifecycle of these documents, from the initial Process Flow Diagram (PFD) to the "As-Built" P&ID used during plant operation. The curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between theoretical design and physical reality, helping staff understand how a line on a drawing translates to a pipe, valve, or transmitter in the field.

Coverage includes the practical aspects of reading complex drawings, understanding the hierarchy of information in a datasheet, and the rigorous procedures for Management of Change (MOC). Attendees will learn how to identify process interlocks, safety systems, and piping specifications directly from the P&ID. By focusing on the preparation and use of these documents, the course ensures that participants can maintain accurate technical records, which are critical for the safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency of the process plant.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

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

• Analyze the role of P&IDs in the engineering and operational lifecycle.
• Differentiate between PFDs, P&IDs, and Plot Plan drawings.
• Identify standard ISA symbols for sensors, controllers, and final elements.
• Interpret line symbols, including piping, capillary, and data links.
• Utilize Equipment Datasheets to extract critical mechanical and electrical data.
• Identify process interlocks (SIS) and safety relief systems on a P&ID.
• Locate and understand "Tag Numbers" and their naming conventions.
• Read piping specifications, insulation requirements, and heat tracing.
• Conduct a "P&ID Walk-down" to verify drawing accuracy against the field.
• Prepare basic mark-ups for Red-line drawings during plant modifications.
• Explain the importance of the Legend Sheet and General Notes.
• Apply the Management of Change (MOC) procedures for document updates.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for Process Operators, Maintenance Technicians, Project Engineers, Safety Officers, and Junior Design Draftsmen.

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.