Introduction

Instrumentation and Control Engineering is a critical field that focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining systems used to control and measure various industrial processes. This 5-day professional course is designed to equip participants with foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to excel in this discipline, ensuring smooth and efficient operations in industrial settings.

• Understand the fundamentals of instrumentation and control systems.
• Gain insights into the various types of sensors and transducers used in the industry.
• Learn about the PID control strategy and its applications.
• Develop the ability to design and implement control systems.
• Analyze and troubleshoot instrumentation and control issues effectively.

Course Outlines

Day 1: Introduction to Instrumentation and Control Systems

• Overview of Instrumentation and Control Engineering
• Types and Functions of Instruments in Industry
• Basic Concepts of Measurement Systems
• Signal Conversion and Conditioning
• Introduction to Control Systems

Day 2: Sensors and Transducers

• Types of Sensors and their Applications
• Working Principles of Transducers
• Selection Criteria for Sensors and Transducers
• Calibration and Maintenance of Sensors
• Hands-on Session: Sensor Testing and Calibration

Day 3: Control Theory and Controllers

• Introduction to Control Theory
• PID Controllers: Proportional, Integral, and Derivative Control
• Tuning of PID Controllers
• Introduction to Advanced Control Strategies
• Practical Session: PID Controller Implementation

Day 4: Control System Design and Implementation

• Steps in Designing a Control System
• Developing Control Algorithms
• Hardware and Software for Control Systems
• Case Study: Design of a Sample Control System
• Workshop: Building a Simple Control System

Day 5: Troubleshooting and Maintenance

• Common Issues in Instrumentation and Control Systems
• Diagnostic Tools and Techniques
• Preventive vs Predictive Maintenance
• Developing Maintenance Schedules
• Final Assessment and Course Review