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H-5002 53MC5000 Micro-DCI Instrument Engineer
Duration: 3 days
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of process measurement and control techniques and terminology; familiarity with operation and navigation of Microsoft Windows-based applications.

Students are given detailed instruction on the hardware and software of the 53MC5000 Process Control Station. The student will learn to configure the instrument using F-CIM, FCS and introductory F-TRAN programming languages, and develop configurations ranging from basic PID to complex applications. Front face operation is covered as well as basic troubleshooting techniques. The course includes detailed lectures and emphasizes hands-on practical labs.

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H-5003 F-TRAN Programming
Duration: 2 days
Prerequisite: Course H-5002, 53MC5000 Instrument Engineer

A continuation of the introductory programming explored in Course 5002. Includes detailed descriptions of all language commands and extensive hands-on exercises. Students learn techniques for building custom displays and constructing advanced control strategies.

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M3-6000 MOD 30ML Instrument Engineer
Duration: 3 days
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of process measurement and control techniques and terminology; familiarity with operation and navigation of Microsoft Windows-based applications.

Students receive detailed instruction on the hardware and software of the MOD 30ML Multiloop Controller. Emphasis is placed on instrument configuration using Visual Application Designer software, and developing configurations ranging from basic PID to complex applications including the integration of sequence and PID control. Custom display building and key scripting are covered as well as front face operation and basic troubleshooting techniques. The course includes detailed lectures and emphasizes hands-on practical labs. Time is provided for students to work independently on configurations of their choice with the assistance of the instructor.

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M3-6001 MOD 30ML Advanced Configuration
Duration: 2 days
Prerequisite: Course No. M3-6000, MOD 30ML Instrument Engineer

A continuation of the basic configuration learned in course M3-6000, this course provides more detail and practical exercises on the following topics: custom display building; sequence & logic control; Modbus master communications; connection to HMI packages; and advanced applications using expression blocks, tune lists and supervisory messages.

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PMC-100 Process Measurement & Control
Duration: 6 hours
Prerequisite: None

Discusses types of measurements available, some common problems, and leads the participants toward a basic understanding of the effects of the measurement on the control loop. Examines considerations on types and styles of control devices from solenoids to motor driven valves, and requirements for successful control of the process.

Covers each term of a P,I,D controller and how each is applied in a process control loop. Ratio, cascade and feedforward control are also discussed. Emphasis is placed on simple explanations with little technical detail. A typical measurement and control loop is built for illustration. Failsafe considerations and use of available features to solve difficult problems are reviewed.

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BCS-100 Boiler Control System Analysis, Selection & Implementation
Duration: 6 hours
Prerequisite: None

Discusses the steam generation process and basic terminology used in boiler control. Examines major control loops and their objectives with various control strategies along with their advantages and disadvantages. Covers burner management for single- and multi-burner boilers including field instrumentation requirements and logic strategies for NFPA compliance.

Various methods of calculating boiler efficiency and project payback are discussed with emphasis on controllable losses. A payback analysis example is included for illustration. Participants review best practices for installation, comissioning and startup including combustion testing and tuning as well as common problems, their causes and solutions.

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WTR-100 & nbsp; Basic Instrumentation and Control Concepts in Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants
Duration: 4 hours
Prerequisite: None

This course discusses the types of measurement available, some of the common problems and the effects of the measurement on the control loop in drinking water and wastewater treatment plants. The types and styles of control devices and current common control techniques are examined with their advantages and disadvantages. The discussion covers the effects of tuning, correct maintenance and the accuracy and precision of the measurement in the operation of the plant. Emphasis is placed on simple explanations with a minimum of technical detail. This course is aimed at operations and maintenance personnel, as well as plant engineers.