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IDC001 
ACTUATORS
Video
This unit describes the operating principles of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electric actuators and a typical positioner.  Emphasis is on the maintenance of pneumatic single-acting diaphragm actuators and pneumatic piston actuators.  1 instructor’s guide, 1 workbook.  Also available in Spanish and Portuguese.  1 hour.

IDC003 
ADVANCED DIGITAL SYSTEMS
Video
This course presents the concepts and applications of Distributed Control Systems (DCS), which serve as an effective information processing and management tool for plant operation.  The Advanced Digital Systems tape focuses on the data collection and system management aspects of DCS as well as the control and operations functions of such systems.  Includes manual.  60 minutes.

IDC005 
ADVANCED PROCESS CONTROL
Video
Describes the evolution of the chemical company’s control systems that accompanies changes in the production systems and changes in the business environment.  This Video shows how these control systems evolve from the basic feedback systems using a PID controller and presents such concepts as cascade, ratio, feed forward and adaptive control methods.  Includes manual.  30 minutes.

IDC007 
ADVANCED PROCESS CONTROL SERIES
Video Series
This video-based course takes an in-depth look at the major concepts of control terminology, system descriptions, and frequently-encountered control strategies, expanding on the control techniques introduced in the Fundamentals of Process Control course.  It also looks at methods of analyzing complex control strategies, with refinements aimed at tightening existing control parameters.  This course consists of four units (IDC008-IDC011). They are available individually or as a package.

IDC008 
PROCESS TERMINOLOGY AND  BEHAVIOR
Video 1
This unit introduces the terminology used in analyzing processes.  Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to break up a complex process into simple processes and identify process responses.  Students will be able to:

1. Apply the following terms to a simple process:  Manipulated Parameter, Controlled Parameter, Load Disturbance, and Set point.
2. Choose an appropriate model for a simple process from one of the following:  Pure Gain, Pure Delay, Pure Lag (first order), First Order Plus Dead time, Non-Self-Regulating and Inverse.
3. Approximate a higher-order process as first-order plus dead time.
4. Discuss the following concepts:  Split Ranging, Sequencing, Linearity, Installed Characteristics and Range ability.

IDC009 
MANUAL, FEEDBACK AND  CASCADE  CONTROL
Video 2
This unit introduces the analysis of and terminology associated with manual and feedback control systems, and presents dead time compensation techniques that can be applied to dead time dominant processes.  Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to select the correct feedback modes for a process and identify applications requiring cascade control.  The student will also be able to discuss the impact of process dynamics on feedback tuning and determine if dead time compensation techniques are required for effective feedback control.  Students should be able to:

1. Identify P, PI, and PID control.
2. Explain the Smith Predictor and associated Dahlin loop tuning.
3. Understand the impact of process gain, time constants and dead time on Feedback and Cascade Controller Tuning.
4. Identify when dead time compensation techniques are required.
   

IDC010 
FEED FORWARD CONTROL
Video 3
This unit defines feed forward control, explores the structure of feed forward control systems, and demonstrates how to develop and implement a feed forward equation.  Finally, this unit presents and discusses three industrial applications of feed forward control.  Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to identify processes which lend themselves to feed forward control, develop feed forward control equations, and implement feed forward models with feedback trim.  Students will be able to:

1. Define the following terms:

2. Describe the feed forward concepts used in several example systems:

3. Discuss the application of dynamic compensation.

4. Discuss the following:

IDC011 
RATIO CONTROL AND OTHER CONTROL CONSIDERATIONS
Video 4
This unit introduces the analysis of and terminology associated with Ratio Control, Control Constraints and Process Controllability.  Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to select the correct Ratio and Override Control strategies for a process, identify process constraints, and demonstrate the importance of designing for controllability.  The student will also be able to discuss the impact of control constraints on a process.  Students should be able to:

1. Identify Ratio Control strategies such as:

2. Assess ratio strategies for different processes.

3. Discuss cross-limiting in a Ratio Control loop.

4. Explain Override Control and when to implement it.

5. Present Valve Position Control examples.

6. Explain variable pairing.

7. Discuss decoupling by tuning techniques.

8. Explain controllability and assess simple control design requirements.

DC013 
BASIC AUTOMATIC PROCESS CONTROL
Video
Explains how a small chemical company uses control systems to maintain the quality of its product while increasing production.  Fundamentals reviewed include on and off control, proportional control with reset, and proportional control with reset and rate.  This Video demonstrates that measurement and control of manufacturing variables is the key to successful operations.  Includes manual.  30 minutes.

IDC015 
BASIC CONTROL LOOPS
Video
The basic arrangement of feedback, feed forward, auctioneering, ratio, and cascade control loops is described, and trainees learn how to distinguish between a single-element control loop and a multi-element loop.  Includes 1 student workbook and 1 instructor’s guide.  1 hour.  Also available in Spanish and Portuguese.

IDC017 
BASIC PROCESS CONTROL 1
Video
Basis Process Control 1 introduces the principles of simple process control systems, including manual and automatic control, and illustrates how a typical control system reacts to a process disturbance.  The unit also examines several lag characteristics present in any process and defines terminology associated with plant control systems.  1 instructor’s guide, 1 workbook.  Also available in Spanish and Portuguese.  1 hour.

IDC018 
BASIC PROCESS CONTROL 2
Video
Basic Process Control 2 concentrates on the actions provided by two-position, proportional, reset, rate, and proportional-plus-reset-plus-rate controllers as well as the adjustments that are possible with these controllers.  1 instructor’s guide, 1 workbook.  Also available in Spanish and Portuguese.  1 hour.

IDC020 
BATCH CONTROL SERIES
Video Series
This series includes 4 videos (IDC021-IDC024) which may be ordered individually.

IDC021 
FUNDAMENTALS OF BATCH PROCESSES
Video
This program presents batch processes, batch process vs. continuous process, advantages of batch process, types of batch reactions, the batch reactor and industrial batch reactor.  Includes manual.  30 minutes.

IDC022 
BASIC TEMPERATURE  CONTROL OF  BATCH PROCESSES
Video
In this presentation we include components of reactor hardware, batch reactor with a water jacket, PID control of a process below the boiling point, cascade control of a process below boiling point, using a coil as a heat source in control system and cascade control of process above boiling point.  Includes manual.  30 minutes.

IDC023 
TEMPERATURE CONTROL OF COMPLEX BATCH PROCESSES
Video
Describes control of an exothermic process; using a heat exchanger on the heating/cooling source; using an external heat exchanger for reflex control; and temperature ramping.  Includes manual.  30 minutes.

IDC024 
MULTIVARIABLE CONTROL OF  BATCH PROCESSES
Video
Included in this Video are sequencing, programmable control for batch processes, batch process control using digital technology, appropriate expert system batch processes, and intermediate raw materials handling.  Includes manual.  30 minutes.

IDC027 
CONTROL VALVES AND  ACTUATORS:  DESIGN,  SELECTION, SIZING PROGRAM
Videos
This program consists of two 1-hour tapes that cover the functions and types of control valves and actuators, trimming, selection, sizing installation, and maintenance of control valves.  Special emphasis is placed on safety.

The two Videos in this series are intended to be used together and are supplemented with a manual.

IDC029 
DIGITAL CONTROL TECHNIQUES
Video
Presents a general overview of digital control in process industries.  The present advantages and future possibilities of digital control systems are discussed, including coordination, flexibility, record keeping, data acquisition, and scheduling.  Three types of control are presented:  Direct Digital Control (DDC); Supervisory Control (SPC); and Distributed Control Systems (DCS).  Includes manual.  30 minutes.

IDC030 
FIBER OPTICS
Video Series
Each tape in this two-tape program is designed to help plant managers and technicians make the right system design decisions.  The video series helps you weigh the long term implications of fiber optic technology in your operation.  It addresses the effect this technology will have on day-to-day operations, even installation and maintenance.

IDC031 
FIBER OPTICS 1
Video
This video will teach the basic properties and benefits of fiber optics, the theory of light wave transmission in an optical fiber, types of fibers, cable construction and fiber connections.  Includes manual.  60 minutes.

IDC032 
FIBER OPTICS 2
Video
Introduces fiber optic sensing networks, optical sensing principles, intensity modulated sensors, and applications of fiber optic technology in the process industries.  This program will provide you with the components that are typically used for data transmission.  Includes manual.  60 minutes.

IDC034 
FLOW
Video
Major topics of this program are introduction to flow—density, specific gravity, viscosity; measuring flow—flow, volumetric flow, and mass flow rate; heat type differential pressure flowmeters orifice plate, veturitube, flow nozzles, elbow tap, pitot tubes.

IDC036 
FLUID FLOW MEASUREMENT 1
Video
This program demonstrates how differential pressure measurements can be used to determine fluid flow.  It explains how pressure exerted by fluid on the walls of a pipe and the velocity of the fluid create a measurable difference in pressure across a flow restriction.  The unit also describes devices used to create a difference in pressure within a pipe, including orifice plates, venturi tubes, flow nozzles, and elbow taps.  Trainees are shown how to mathematically convert differential pressure measurements to flow measurements.  The operating principles of square root extractors, such as a Ledoux bell and a square root cam are also covered.  1 instructor’s guide, 1 workbook.  Also available in Spanish and Portuguese.  1 hour.

IDC037 
FLUID FLOW MEASUREMENT 2
Video
This unit explains how to measure fluid flow using various types of meters: oval gear flow meters, lobed impeller flow meters, nutating-disc flow meters, rotameters, cylinder and piston flow meters, target flow meters, turbine flow meters, vortex-shedding flow meters, magmeters, and ultrasonic flow meters.  The use of integrators to measure total fluid flow is also covered.  1 instructor’s guide, 1 workbook.  Also available in Spanish and Portuguese.  1 hour.

IDC039 
FORCE, WEIGHT AND MOTION MEASUREMENT
Video
This unit describes the operation of basic industrial weighing and motion-measuring instrumentation and explains how force relates to the measurement of weight and motion.  Also covered is how to use and calibrate certain types of weighing and motion-measuring devices.  1 instructor’s guide, 1 workbook.  Also available in Spanish and Portuguese.  1 hour.

IDC041 
FUNDAMENTALS OF  PROCESS MEASUREMENT
Video Series
This is an introductory course.  It focuses on the various methods commonly used in the process industries to measure pressure, temperature, flow, and level.

IDC042 F
UNDAMENTALS OF PRESSURE MEASUREMENT
Video 1
Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to discuss the fundamental considerations that apply to the operation and application of various pressure measurement methods.  Students will be able to:

1. Describe several reasons for measuring and controlling pressure.
2. Discuss the various pressure measurement scales: gages, absolute, vacuum and differential pressure.
3. Describe the operation of simple pressure measurement devices such as barometers, manometers, and mechanical gauges.
4. Discuss the operation of basic pressure controlling devices such as pressure regulators and pneumatic pressure controllers and transmitters.
5. Describe the principles of operation, key features, and limitations of several electronic transducer technologies, including:

IDC043 
FUNDAMENTALS OF  TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT
Video 2
Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to discuss the fundamental operating principles, features and limitations of instruments commonly used to measure and control temperature in process applications.  

Students will be able to:

IDC045 
FUNDAMENTALS OF PROCESS CONTROL SERIES
Video Course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the basic concepts of process control, including theory, terminology, descriptions, and applications of frequently-encountered control strategies.  This course is presented in five units (IDC046-IDC050) that are available individually or as a package.

IDC046 
PROCESS CONTROL BASICS
Video 1
This unit is designed for those who require a basic understanding of process control, before moving on to the more technical aspects of individual process control system components.  Upon completion of this unit, the student will understand basic process control systems, and will have attained a practical knowledge of process attributes, including:

IDC047 
UNDERSTANDING CONTROL LOOPS
Video 2
This introductory unit provides the foundation for a progressive understanding of control loops and ISA and SAMA symbology, beginning at the fundamental level.  It includes a brief overview of the various control actions and strategies.  

Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to discuss:

IDC048 
LOOP TUNING AND VALVE CONSIDERATIONS
Video 3
This unit is an introduction to control loop tuning and valve considerations, concentrating on basic tuning techniques and those aspects of valve selection that are most relevant to loop tuning.  Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to perform basic loop tuning procedures and be able to determine which types of valve characteristics are most appropriate or use in given control loops.  Students will be able to:

1. Apply the following techniques to a control loop:  Calculated Tuning, Trial-and-Error Tuning, and the Fertik Ultimate-Sensitivity Method.
2. Discuss the following types of controllers: Proportional gain only, Proportional-Plus-Integral, and PID.
3. Discuss the differences between tuning self-regulating and non-self-regulating processes.
4. Understand the objectives of tuning according to amplitude-damping, minimum settling time, and minimum overshoot.
5. Discuss the relationship between the following pairs of terms:

IDC049 
PID AND CASCADE CONTROL
Video 4
This introductory unit provides the foundation for a progressive understanding of PID (Proportional-Integral-Derivative) and Cascade Control, beginning at the fundamental level.  Upon completion of this unit, students will be prepared to formulate PID and Cascade control strategies.  In particular, students will be able to discuss:

IDC050 
FEED FORWARD CONTROL
Video 5
This unit introduces the concept of feed forward control, comparing and contrasting it with feedback control.  The unit then describes how to develop and implement simple feed forward models, and illustrates some more complex implementations of feed forward control.  Upon completion of this unit, students will be prepared to discuss the basic differences between feed forward control and feedback control.  They should also be able to determine which of the methods is more appropriate for a given process.  Students will be able to develop and implement a simple feed forward model of a process.

IDC052 
INSTRUMENTATION AND  CONTROL MATHEMATICS 1
Video
This program teaches math skills required for performing calculations in plant applications (tolerance, percent of error level, volume, flow rate, proportional band, and gain).  The unit examines the decimal system, fraction to decimal conversion, and calculations involving powers of 10 and scientific notation.  Trainees are given both a grounding in math fundamentals and an enhanced appreciation of the importance of math in plant work.  1 instructor’s guide, 1 workbook.  Also available in Spanish and Portuguese.  1 hour.

IDC053 
INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL MATHEMATICS 2
Video
This unit explains how to isolate any unknown in a formula and how to apply the rules governing mathematical operations, such as balancing equations and canceling values or units.  Trainees are also shown how to arrive at a final solution by solving individual equations one at a time and in a logical sequence.  Other topics covered include how to construct a graph representative of a given job situation, how to plot readings on the graph, how to interpret those readings, and, when applicable, how to diagnose instrument problems or system malfunctions based on interpretations of the readings.  1 instructor’s guide, 1 workbook.  Also available in Spanish and Portuguese.  1 hour.

IDC055 
INSTRUMENTATION FOR  QUALITY CONTROL 1
Video
Discusses the role of quality control, statistical concepts and terminology, control charts for statistical process control, types of control charts and interpreting control charts.  Includes manual.  1 hour.

IDC056 
INSTRUMENTATION FOR QUALITY CONTROL 2
Video
Emphasized in this Video are implementing SPC, sampling techniques, analysis of product samples, prioritizing problems, pareto diagrams, locating problems, cause and effect, process capabilities studies and implementing SPC through computer technology.  Includes manual.  1 hour.

IDC058 
INSTRUMENTATION TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR
Video
This program introduces the types of diagrams and manuals used in instrumentation troubleshooting and test equipment for simulating inputs and measuring outputs.  At the conclusion of this presentation, trainees should be able to identify the problem component in a malfunctioning control loop, given the necessary reference materials, and they should demonstrate good practices for removal, replacement and repair of process control instruments.  Includes 1 student workbooks and 1 instructor’s guide.  1 hour. Also available in Spanish and Portuguese.

DC060 
INTRODUCTION TO CONTROL SYSTEMS
Video Series
This is an introductory course.  Its purpose is to provide the foundation for a progressive understanding of concepts, terms, and instrumentation used in a broad range of control system types.  The series consists of 5 videos (IDC061-IDC065) which may be ordered individually.

IDC061 
FUNDAMENTALS OF CONTROL SYSTEMS
Video 1
Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to use important terms to describe and discuss the basics of feedback control and several other control strategies.  Students will be able to:

1. Use accepted terms to discuss process inputs and outputs.

2. Discuss the relationship of the three types of hardware used in a feedback system:

3. Describe the basic concepts of several control strategies including:

IDC062 
INTRODUCTION TO PNEUMATIC    CONTROLS
Video 2
Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to describe the fundamental principles of operation of pneumatic hardware used to implement a basic control system.  

Students will be able to:

1. Discuss the basic building blocks of pneumatic systems.

2. Describe the basic concept of a measurement transmitter.

3. Discuss the pneumatic hardware and methods used to control:

4. Show how bellows and bleed valves can be added to a basic pneumatic controller to add reset and rate modes.

5. Describe the basic operating principles of accessories such as positioners, relays, and transducers.

IDC063 
INTRODUCTION TO ANALOG  AND DIGITAL CONTROLS
Video 3
Upon completion of this unit, the student will have a fundamental understanding of the basic differences, features, limitations, and operating characteristics of analog and digital controllers.  Students will be able to:

1. Describe how measured values are represented to the controller in both analog and digital systems.

2. Discuss the basic operating principles of pneumatic and electric analog controllers.

3. Describe the basic differences between a standalone digital controller and a distributed control system.

4. Discuss the basic differences between analog and digital control systems in terms of:

IDC064 
INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC  CONTROLLERS
Video 4
Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to discuss the fundamental operation of a PLC system in terms of both system architecture and operating principles.  

Students will be able to:

1. Describe the concept of relay logic and how it is graphically represented.

2. Describe how PLC’s are used to implement control in terms of the functions of the various hardware elements:

3. Understand and discuss the basic logic functions of AND, OR, and NOT and how they are implemented in ladder language.

4. Understand basic ladder diagrams elements and the nature of block functions used in PLC configuration.

IDC065 
INTRODUCTION TO  DISTRIBUTED CONTROL SYSTEMS
Video 5
Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to describe the fundamental principles of distributed control, the basic building blocks used in such systems, and the man-machine interface used.  

Students will learn to:

1. Describe how a distributed control system can be viewed as supporting a hierarchy of activities:

2. Discuss important aspects of data communication, including redundancy and prioritization.

3. Describe various types of controllers and the significance of large, multi-loop controllers on the basic concept of distributed control.

4. Describe the advantages of the man-machine interface made possible with computer-based, distributed control system approaches.

5. Discuss how information from the data highway can be used in plant and corporate management strategies to improve efficiency and productivity.

IDC067 
LEVEL
Video
This Video presents an introduction to visual level sensors—dipstick, sight and gage glasses, float and magnetic-type devices; variable displacement devices—displacer tube, torque tube; pressure measurement sensors—hydrostatic heat, bubblers, differential pressure devices; electrical level sensors—capacitance, conductivity and resistance; ultrasonic and sonic sensors—point, continuous measurement, noninvasive ultrasonic; other level measurement devices—rotating paddle, vibration, thermal, infrared, microwave, nuclear radiation and weight devices.  Includes manual.  1 hour.

IDC069 
PRESSURE
Video
Pressure and related topics are examined here:  introduction to pressure—force exerted by liquids and gases; pressure measurement—units of measurement, converting measurement units, differential pressure; manometers—types, safety; mechanical pressure transducers—Bourdon tubes, bellows, diaphragms; electrical pressure elements—wheatstone bridge, potentiometric, linear variable capacitor and linear variable differential transformer transducers, variable inductor pressure sensors; electronic pressure elements—strain gage and piezoelectric transducers; installation considerations—protection devices and zero suppression and evaluation.  Includes manual.  1 hour.

IDC071 
PRESSURE AND PRESSURE MEASUREMENT
Video
Pressure and pressure measurement gives trainees the skills to discuss pressure in practical terms and relate their ideas to the application of pressure measurements, use a manometer to take a pressure measurement, observing standard practice for reading liquid levels, convert pressure measurements from one unit to another, and identify various types of pressure elements and transducers and explain their basic principles of operation.  Includes 1 student workbook and 1 instructor’s guide.  1 hour.  Also available in Spanish and Portuguese.

IDC073 
RECORDERS
Video
Demonstrates the construction and operation of typical circular chart and strip chart recorders and highlights the variety of designs and types of recorders Also available.  It explains types of input, print drive and chart drive sections and several types of recorder printers.  In addition, the program teaches simple maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration procedures on both pneumatic and electronic recorders.  Includes 1 student workbook and 1 instructor’s guide.  Also available in Spanish and Portuguese.  1 hour.

IDC075 
SINGLE STATION DIGITAL  CONTROLLERS
Video
This program deals with an overview, features, automatic tuning, benefits, applications, PID control 3-element drum level control, applications-ratio control, batch control.  1 hour.

IDC077 
SMART TRANSMITTERS
Video
Smart transmitters are being used more and more in process control.  This video training program acquaints the viewer with the basic workings of these transmitters and where they are most useful.  You’ll learn about features, capabilities, benefits and typical applications of smart transmitters within the process control industry.  The segments covered are as follows:  Introduction, Memory and Computation Features, Communication Features, Benefits and Selection Considerations, A Tank Gauging Application, Paper Coating Process.  Includes manual.  60 minutes.

IDC079 
TEMPERATURE
Video
This program takes a look at an introduction to temperature measurement — temperature scales, measuring devices, accuracy factors; common mechanical devices — liquid-in glass, filled and bimetallic thermometers and selection; thermocouple — principles and operation and installation; resistance temperature detectors — principles, design and application; thermistors — characteristics, designs and accuracy; radiation pyrometers — principles, types and accuracy; thermocouple temperature — EMF tables.  Includes manual.  1 hour.

Maintenance Management  Mechanical Maintenance 
Industrial Electrical and Electronic Maintenance  Manufacturing 
Basic Instrumentation Process  Industrial Controls Controllers 
Welding Fluid Power, Hydraulics and Pneumatics

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