Instrumentation and Control Systems for Power Plant Technicians
4.8(103 reviews)
$4,900.00One-time purchase
139 hrs
4 courses
Intermediate → Advanced
On Demand
About this Path
This intermediate to advanced skill path provides learners with the knowledge and troubleshooting skills needed to work in the fast-paced, essential role of Instrumentation and Controls Technician for power plants. Learners will explore essential topics in instrumentation and control, including pressure and flow sensors, flow transmitters, control valves, controllers, on/off and closed-loop control systems, and PLC-based PID control. Learners will develop systematic troubleshooting and commissioning skills applicable to instrumentation and control systems used in power plant environments.Core Learning
TroubleshootingApply a systematic troubleshooting process to diagnose faults in different types of sensors and flow transmitters.
Working with PLCApply a systematic troubleshooting process to diagnose faults in hardware, programming, and PLC-based process control systems.
Skills
Coordination
Critical Thinking
Equipment Maintenance
Management of Personnel Resources
Monitoring
Operations Monitoring
Reading Comprehension
Courses Included
40 hrs
Advanced
4.8 (47)
Review technical documents to plan work.
Interpret blueprints, specifications, or diagrams to inform installation, development or operation activities.
Monitor work areas or procedures to ensure compliance with safety procedures.
Inspect completed work to ensure proper functioning.
39 hrs
Intermediate
4.8 (51)
Review technical documents to plan work.
Interpret blueprints, specifications, or diagrams to inform installation, development or operation activities.
Monitor work areas or procedures to ensure compliance with safety procedures.
Inspect finished products to locate flaws.
40 hrs
Advanced
4.2 (5)
Review technical documents to plan work.
Interpret blueprints, specifications, or diagrams to inform installation, development or operation activities.
Monitor work areas or procedures to ensure compliance with safety procedures.
Inspect finished products to locate flaws.
20 hrs
Advanced
Monitor activities affecting environmental quality.
Test products for functionality or quality.
Assess product or process usefulness.
Implement design or process improvements.
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