COURSE OVERVIEW:

The protection of centrifugal compressors from the destructive effects of surge is a critical requirement in the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries. This course provides an advanced technical study of the Compressor Controls Corporation (CCC) Series 3 anti-surge control system. Participants will explore the specific algorithms and hardware configurations used to maintain compressor stability while optimizing performance margins.

The scope of this training includes a deep dive into the operational logic of the Series 3 controller, focusing on how it calculates the proximity to the surge limit. We will examine the implementation of fallback strategies, limiting loops, and the integration of the controller with the final control element (the anti-surge valve). The course provides a detailed framework for configuring, tuning, and maintaining these specialized control systems to ensure maximum plant uptime.

Coverage extends to the maintenance and troubleshooting of the Series 3 hardware, including input/output modules and communication interfaces. Attendees will learn how to implement effective control strategies for varying gas compositions and changing process conditions. By the end of this course, engineers and technicians will have the expertise to manage CCC Series 3 systems, ensuring they provide reliable protection against aerodynamic instability.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

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

1. Explain the aerodynamic phenomenon of compressor surge.
2. Identify the specific hardware components of the CCC Series 3 system.
3. Interpret the surge limit line (SLL) and surge control line (SCL).
4. Configure the controller for various compressor performance maps.
5. Understand the Proportional-Integral (PI) and derivative control logic.
6. Implement fallback strategies for transmitter failures.
7. Execute the tuning of the anti-surge control loop for stability.
8. Describe the interface between the CCC controller and the DCS.
9. Troubleshoot common hardware and software alarms in Series 3.
10. Analyze the performance of the anti-surge valve and actuator.
11. Manage control parameters for varying gas mole weights.
12. Use CCC diagnostic tools to evaluate control effectiveness.
13. Develop a routine maintenance schedule for the control system.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

Control Systems Engineers, Instrumentation Technicians, Compressor Specialists, and Operations Supervisors working with CCC control systems.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximise 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.