Instrument and Control Maintenance Techniques: Process Control Valves

This unit develops an understanding of the function, operation and routine maintenance requirements associated with process control valves. It is recommended that An Introduction to Instrument and Control: Process Measurement Systems and Equipment is completed before undertaking this Unit and that Instrument and Control Maintenance Practice: Process Control Valves is completed in conjunction with this Unit.

Learning Objectives : 

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to: 

  • Outline the function and operation of process control valves.
  • Outline typical signs of fault, damage, wear and corrosion in process control valves.
  • Describe typical routine maintenance requirements of process control valves.
  • Equipment – process control valves.
  • Routine maintenance techniques for process control valves.
  • Technical information and guidelines.

 

Teaching methods :

  • The course will be delivered by means of classroom lectures.
  • Pre & post course tests are performed to measure knowledge acquisition. 

Additional information

Duration

5 days

SCQF Level

5