This is a fast paced review of the knowledge and practical skills necessary to install and maintain standard measurement and control instrumentation. It is intended for practicing technicians preparing for the CCST Level I exam. An explanation of the examination process and practice certification-type exams are provided.
At the end of the course, the participants will be able to;
- Cite principles and theory that explain measurement and control instrument functions.
- Describe procedures required to properly maintain the function of measurement and control instrumentation.
- Identify the procedures and safety requirements for loop checking and its purpose.
- Perform calculations and other analysis of information related to the calibration and troubleshooting of measurement and control instruments and systems.
- Describe procedures required to safely start-up and shut-down a new or existing process.
- Review normal tasks of process control technicians as outlined by the current CCST job task analysis.
- Define the education, experience, and examination requirements for becoming a CCST.
- Identify important knowledge and skill requirements of a practicing CCST.
- Describe the procedures involved in taking the CCST Level I exam.
- Identify any need for further study or training in specific knowledge areas.
- Complete a simulated CCST Level I Practice Exam at the end of each day.
- Concepts of Process Control.
- Calibration: Maintenance | Repair | Troubleshooting.
- Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) Basics.
- Project Start-Up, Commissioning, Loop Checking, Project Organization, Planning.
- Evaluation of Loop Performance.
- P&IDs and ISA Standards.
- Documentation.
- Installation Practices.
- Hazardous Area Classification.
- Intrinsic Safety.
- Logical Analysis.
- Common Problems.
- Types and Uses of Loop Diagrams.
- Basics of Smart Devices and Digital Controllers.
- Calculating and Configuring Smart Transmitters.
- Process Variables: Pressure | Level | Flow | Temperature | Analytical.
- Final Control Elements.
Classroom/Laboratory Exercises:
- Unit conversion calculations.
- Calibration documentation and analysis.
- Trouble recognition and analysis.
- ISA CCST Level I practice exams.
A hand-held/scientific calculator should be brought to class.
ISA Text Included: CCST ®Study Guide Level I
It is intended for practicing technicians preparing for the CCST Level I exam or standardizing their knowledge.
4 Days
