COURSE OVERVIEW:

In the complex world of industrial engineering, the ability to accurately document, read, and interpret technical drawings is fundamental to the safety and success of any project. This course provides a comprehensive foundation in the standards and conventions used to represent mechanical systems on paper and in digital formats. Participants will explore the critical role of documentation throughout the equipment lifecycle, from the initial design phase to procurement, installation, and long-term maintenance.

The scope of this training covers a wide array of document types, including Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), and detailed mechanical assembly drawings. We will examine the symbology, line types, and labeling conventions mandated by international standards such as ISO and ANSI. Participants will learn how to "trace" a process through various drawings, identifying the interconnections between mechanical components, electrical controls, and instrumentation.

Furthermore, the course addresses the management and control of engineering documents in a modern plant environment. Attendees will learn about revision control, "as-built" documentation practices, and the integration of technical manuals into maintenance management systems. By mastering these skills, technical personnel will be able to reduce errors in the field, improve communication between multidisciplinary teams, and ensure that all maintenance activities are based on accurate, up-to-date technical information.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

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

1. Identify and explain different types of engineering drawings and their purposes.
2. Interpret standard symbols used in P&IDs and PFDs for mechanical equipment.
3. Read and understand orthographic, isometric, and sectional views.
4. Locate specific components and tag numbers within a large drawing set.
5. Interpret dimensions, tolerances, and surface finish callouts correctly.
6. Understand the relationship between general arrangement (GA) and assembly drawings.
7. Recognize standard abbreviations and line conventions used in piping drawings.
8. Follow revision histories to ensure the use of the latest document versions.
9. Explain the importance of "As-Built" drawings for maintenance safety.
10. Navigate technical manuals and Bills of Materials (BOM) for spare parts.
11. Sketch simple mechanical modifications using standard technical conventions.
12. Use documentation to perform safe equipment isolation and LOTO procedures.
13. Integrate document control practices into the facility’s quality management system.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

Maintenance Technicians, Plant Operators, Junior Engineers, Draftsmen, and Procurement Officers who require the ability to interpret mechanical documentation.

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.