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Instrumentation And Control Technology: Core Concepts
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Intermediate
40 hours
10 topics
Learning Objectives
5 objectives- Understand the fundamental principles and applications of instrumentation and control technology across various industries.
- Identify and explain different types of sensors and transducers, including their operating principles and uses.
- Describe signal conditioning techniques and control system theory including feedback and stability.
- Gain proficiency in the basics of PLC programming and operation alongside HMI design concepts.
- Recognize industrial communication protocols, calibration practices, and safety instrumented system design.
Content Outline
PreviewUnit 3393: Instrumentation and Control Technology
1. Introduction to Instrumentation and Control Technology
- Definition and scope
- Historical development
- Importance in manufacturing, process industries, and automation
- Key components and system architecture
2. Types of Sensors and Transducers
2.1 Sensors Overview
- Definition and role in instrumentation
2.2 Common Sensor Types
- Temperature sensors (thermocouples, RTDs)
- Pressure sensors (strain gauge, piezoelectric)
- Flow sensors (turbine, ultrasonic)
- Level sensors (ultrasonic, capacitive)
- Proximity sensors (inductive, capacitive)
2.3 Transducers
- Definition and difference from sensors
- Examples and applications
2.4 Operating Principles
- Physical phenomena utilized (resistance change, capacitance, electromagnetic, etc.)
3. Signal Conditioning and Processing
- Purpose of signal conditioning
- Common techniques: amplification, filtering, isolation, conversion (analog to digital)
- Noise reduction methods
- Data acquisition systems
- Signal processing basics
4. Control Systems Theory
4.1 Fundamentals
- Open loop vs closed loop control
- Feedback concepts
4.2 Control Algorithms
- Proportional (P), Integral (I), Derivative (D) control
- PID controllers and tuning
4.3 System Stability and Response
- Stability criteria
- Transient response and steady-state error
5. Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
- Introduction and history
- Hardware components
- Programming languages (Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram, Structured Text)
- Basic programming concepts
- Application examples in automation
6. Human-Machine Interface (HMI)
- Definition and importance
- Design principles for usability and safety
- Types of HMIs (touchscreens, panels, software interfaces)
- Role in monitoring and control
7. Industrial Communication Protocols
- Need for communication in automation
- Overview of protocols:
- Modbus
- Profibus
- Ethernet/IP
- Comparison and use cases
8. Process Control Instrumentation
- Measurement devices for:
- Pressure
- Temperature
- Flow
- Level
- Integration of instruments in control loops
9. Calibration and Maintenance of Instruments
- Importance of calibration for accuracy
- Calibration procedures and standards
- Maintenance strategies to ensure reliability
- Troubleshooting common issues
10. Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)
- Definition and role in process safety
- Design considerations and standards (e.g., IEC 61511)
- Components of SIS
- Examples of safety applications
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