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Course Highlights
Looking to gain a thorough understanding of Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)? Our online course is the ideal solution for both beginners and seasoned professionals. Our curriculum has been expertly crafted to cover all aspects of this intricate field.
In the first part of the course, we give a detailed introduction to P&IDs, explaining their importance in various engineering and industrial processes. A key part of this segment is dedicated to familiarizing you with the numerous symbols used in P&IDs. We have integrated practical exercises within the course content, allowing you to apply and practice using these symbols actively.
The course then progresses into an essential component of P&IDs – process control. We take you through the fundamental elements of control theory and elucidate the structure and functioning of Basic Process Control Systems (BPCS). Gaining a comprehensive understanding of these systems will significantly improve your grasp of P&IDs.
In the concluding part of the course, we concentrate on the safety systems in P&IDs, primarily focusing on Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), interlocks, and alarms. These critical safety elements are thoroughly explained with the aid of real-life P&ID examples, enhancing your practical understanding.
Once you complete the Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams P&IDs course successfully, you’ll be awarded a certificate as a testament to your newfound expertise in P&IDs. Our course is a perfect blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application.
Learning outcome
- Gain a thorough understanding of P&IDs.
- Learn to identify and use P&ID symbols.
- Understand the basics and advanced concepts of process control.
- Grasp the workings of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).
- Be proficient in reading and creating P&IDs.
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Why should I take this course?
- Develop a vital skill for a variety of engineering disciplines.
- Improve your career prospects in fields like process engineering and plant design.
- Understand safety systems and their importance in industry.
- Develop a skill that's in high demand in sectors like oil and gas, and power generation.
- Get a certificate to validate your learning.
Career Path
- Process Engineer
- Piping Engineer
- Plant Designer
- Control Systems Engineer
- Safety Systems Engineer
Requirements
- Basic understanding of engineering concepts.
- A keen interest in learning about process and instrumentation diagrams.
- Internet access for online learning.
Course Curriculum
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Introduction
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What’s a P&ID ?
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Why is a P&ID so important ?
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Who uses P&ID’s ?
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How do P&ID’s look like ?
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Introduction- P&ID READING
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Anatomy of a P&ID
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The title block
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The drawing scale
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The grid system
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The revision block
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Changes
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Notes and legends
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Valve symbols
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Valve actuator symbols
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Control valve designations
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Standards and conventions for valve status
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Process equipment symbols
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Piping symbols
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Pipe fitting symbols
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Isolating, venting & draining symbols for ease of maintenance
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Instrumentation
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Sensing devices and detectors
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Location symbols
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Modifiers and transmitters
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Indicators and recorders
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Controllers
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Example #1 : Identifying process equipment and flow paths
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Example #2 : Identifying valve position and failure mode
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Example #3 : Identifying the symbols
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Piping designation code
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Equipment designation code
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Instrument designation code
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Miscellaneous designation codes
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The process
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Process control
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The control loop
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Process control terms
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Control loops : Feedback control
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Pressure control loops
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Flow control loops
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Level control loops
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Temperature control loops
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Multi-variable loops
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Feedforward control
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Feedforward + Feedback
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Cascade control
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Split range control
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Operations on control signals
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Ratio control
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Batch control
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Selective control
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Do we need to control at all ?
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Principles of equipment-wise control
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Pipe control system
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Control of a single pipe
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Control of pressure in a pipe
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Control of flow in a pipe
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Flow splitting
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Centrifugal pump control
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Control valve vs Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) for centrifugal pumps
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Minimum flow control for centrifugal pumps
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Positive displacement pump control
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Control by a recirculation pipe for PD pumps
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Variable Speed Drive (VSD) control for PD pumps
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Control by stroke adjustment for PD pumps
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Compressor control system
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Compressor capacity control
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Compressor anti-surge control
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Heat transfer equipment control
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Heat exchanger direct control system
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Heat exchanger bypass control system
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Reactor temperature control
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Air cooler control
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Heat exchanger for heat recovery
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Heat exchanger back pressure control
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Basic fired heater control
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Complex fired heater control
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Container and vessel control
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Container blanket gas control
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Safety strategies
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Concept of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)
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SIS actions and types
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SIS extent
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SIS requirement
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Anatomy of a SIS
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SIS element symbols
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SIS primary elements : Sensors
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SIS final elements
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Switching valve actuator arrangements
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Valve position validation
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Merging a switching valve and a control valve
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SIS logics
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Showing safety instrumented functions on P&ID’s
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Discrete control
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Alarm system
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Anatomy of alarm systems
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Alarm requirements
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Alarm system symbology in P&ID’s
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Concept of common alarms
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Fire and Gas Detection Systems (FGS)
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Electric motor control
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P&ID representation of commands and responses
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P&ID example of electro-motor control
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P&ID example #1 : Legend and specifications
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P&ID example #2 : Hydrogen delivery station
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P&ID example #3 : Acid system
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P&ID example #4 : Centrifugal pump
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P&ID example #5 : Utility station
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P&ID example #6 : Waste water filter
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P&ID example #7 : Steam separator
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P&ID example #8 : Flare knock-out drum
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P&ID example #9 : Centrifugal compressor
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P&ID example #10 : Hydrogen production from shale gas
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P&ID example #11 : Fired heater
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Resources – Advanced Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams P&IDs
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