Maintenance and Engineering

Instrumentation and Process Control

Accurate instrumentation and stable control loops are essential for safe, efficient processes. This course covers measurement of pressure, flow, level and temperature, transmitters, control valves, control loop principles, PID tuning, calibration and troubleshooting.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Poorly performing instruments and loops reduce quality and efficiency. This course gives practical skills to maintain and improve process control.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

The course uses demonstrations, calibration exercises, loop tuning simulations and troubleshooting cases.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Explain measurement principles for key process variables
Select and maintain transmitters and sensors
Understand control valves and actuators
Explain control loop concepts and PID control
Tune and troubleshoot control loops
Calibrate instruments and manage documentation

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Instrumentation technicians
Control engineers
Process engineers
Maintenance engineers
Operators

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Process measurement
Instrument maintenance
Control valves
PID control
Loop tuning
Calibration

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Process Measurement

09:00–09:54Measurement principles
09:54–10:48Pressure
10:48–11:00Temperature
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–12:12Temperature (continued)
12:12–13:06Accuracy and errors
13:06–14:00Exercise: Instrument selection

Day 2Flow and Level

09:00–09:54Flow meters
09:54–10:48Level instruments
10:48–11:00Installation effects
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–12:12Installation effects (continued)
12:12–13:06Smart transmitters
13:06–14:00Demonstration: Instruments

Day 3Final Control Elements

09:00–09:54Control valves
09:54–10:48Actuators and positioners
10:48–11:00Valve sizing basics
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–12:12Valve sizing basics (continued)
12:12–13:06Valve problems
13:06–14:00Case study: Valve issue

Day 4Control Loops

09:00–09:54Feedback control
09:54–10:48PID modes
10:48–11:00Tuning methods
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–12:12Tuning methods (continued)
12:12–13:06Loop performance
13:06–14:00Simulation: Loop tuning

Day 5Calibration and Troubleshooting

09:00–09:54Calibration procedures
09:54–10:48Documentation
10:48–11:00Troubleshooting loops
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–12:12Troubleshooting loops (continued)
12:12–13:06Maintenance programmes
13:06–14:00Capstone: Loop improvement

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

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