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Anode Technical Institute

Certificate

Instrumentation & Process Control Technician

A 12-credit certificate for technicians who calibrate and maintain process instruments. You start with measuring pressure, temperature, level and flow, then work with transmitters, 4-20 mA loops and HART. Next come control valves and other final elements. The final course covers PID tuning and loop troubleshooting. Coursework is vendor-neutral.

12 credits
3 terms
Free to study · $99 for the credential
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Outcomes

What you will be able to do

  1. 01Measure pressure, temperature, level and flow
  2. 02Calibrate transmitters and check 4-20 mA loops
  3. 03Service control valves and positioners
  4. 04Tune PID loops and troubleshoot control problems

Careers

Where graduates work

  • Instrumentation technician
  • Process control technician
  • Calibration technician

Curriculum

Term 1

3 credits
IPC 1013 cr

Process Measurement Fundamentals

This foundational course introduces the core principles and practical applications of process measurement, covering essential instrumentation for various physical quantities. Students will gain practical skills in selecting, installing, and calibrating common industrial sensors and transducers.

Term 2

6 credits
IPC 1053 cr

Transmitters, Loops and HART

This course provides comprehensive training on industrial transmitters, control loops, and the HART communication protocol, equipping students with essential skills for commissioning, calibrating, and troubleshooting process instrumentation. It covers theoretical principles, practical applications, and safety practices vital for instrumentation technicians.

IPC 1103 cr

Control Valves and Final Elements

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of control valves and other final elements crucial for industrial process control. Students will learn the principles, selection, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of these essential components.

Term 3

3 credits
IPC 1153 cr

PID Tuning and Loop Troubleshooting

This course provides comprehensive instruction on the principles and practical application of Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) control loop tuning and systematic troubleshooting techniques. Students will gain proficiency in optimizing process control systems for stability, performance, and efficiency.

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