AUMF 1470 Instrumentation and Process Controls
This course provides comprehensive instruction in the principles and practices of instrumentation for industrial process control systems, with an emphasis on maintenance, calibration, and optimization of production equipment used in modern manufacturing and process industries. Students will develop the ability to interpret instrument tags, piping and instrumentation diagrams, process documentation, and control schematics while building a foundational understanding of process control theory and system operation.
Instruction focuses on the measurement and control of key process variables, including temperature, pressure, level, flow, and process composition. Students will learn to install, configure, and calibrate instrumentation devices, perform loop verification, and apply basic control strategies, including proportional, integral, and derivative (PID) control, to ensure accurate and reliable system performance. Additional topics include analog and digital signal transmission (420 mA), and industrial communication systems within process control environments.
Hands-on training using industry-standard equipment and process control trainers provides practical experience in system startup, maintenance procedures, troubleshooting, and performance analysis. Emphasis is placed on safe work practices, including lockout/tagout procedures, zero-energy verification, and compliance with ISA, IEC, NFPA, and OSHA.