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Fluid Flow Control in the Process Industry

Introduction

Fluid Flow Control in the Process Industry

Course Objectives:

At the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Recognize the physical characteristics of fluids that are to be measured by one of the flow measuring techniques.

• Gain insights into the measuring techniques and their capabilities and limitations.

• Explore the principles of existing world standards and codes related to fluid flow measurement.

• Select the right measurement techniques: an estimate of the accuracy and uncertainty of results.

• Recommend guidelines for diagnosing the problems in the operation of the entire system based on flow monitoring.

Who Should Attend:

• Engineers and technicians in oil & gas, chemical and process industries.

• Process, mechanical and chemical engineers.

• Engineers and technicians who deal with reactors and piping systems.

• Design engineers, project engineers.

• Control, automation, and instrumentation engineers.

Course Outlines:

Unit 1:

Fluid Flow Control in the Process Industry:

• Understand the importance of fluid flow control in the process industry.

• Classify fluid flow measurement techniques and understand their applications.

• Identify types of fluid flow measurements and their relevant standards.

• Examine the physical properties of liquids, gases, and multiphase fluids.

• Understand gas laws and how liquids expand under pressure.

Unit 2:

Basic Principles of Fluid Flow in Pipes and Other Geometries:

• Explore the relationship between pressure and velocity in fluid flow.

• Analyze the complexities of two-phase fluid flow.

• Understand the specifics of measuring velocity and pressure.

• Learn about flowmeters based on differential pressure.

• Differentiate between volumetric and mass flowmeters, probes, and tracers.

Unit 3:

Other Issues Related to Measurements:

• The role of probes and tracers in fluid flow measurement.

• Understand the use of readouts and related devices.

• Learn about proving systems and their importance in ensuring measurement accuracy.

• Apply fluid balance study techniques in measurement analysis.

• Understand the process of auditing and its role in ensuring measurement accuracy.

Unit 4:

Installation of Instruments:

• Learn how the installation of instruments affects the accuracy of results.

• Understand accuracy requirements and related issues.

• Explore the concept of uncertainty and statistics in measurements.

• Master the calibration of measuring instruments.

• Learn about the maintenance of meter equipment and the latest developments in the field.

Unit 5:

Flow Control of Pumps, Compressors, and Fans:

• Understand the application of control valves in flow regulation.

• Learn about the flow control systems in pump stations.

• Explore flow control systems in compressor stations.

• Understand the principles of flow control in pipelines.

• Pipeline monitoring systems and their role in flow control.