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ICC-1022 | Advanced Process Control and Loop Tuning

Course Sector : Instrumentation & Controls

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4 Days2025-06-232025-06-26Dubai$4,250 Book now
4 Days2025-09-292025-10-02Los Angeles$5,950 Book now
4 Days2025-11-242025-11-27Abu Dhabi$4,250 Book now
4 Days2025-01-262025-01-29El Doha$4,250 Book now

Course Introduction

This course offers an in-depth exploration of advanced process control strategies and loop tuning techniques to optimize industrial processes. Participants will gain a solid foundation in control theory, develop skills in implementing advanced control strategies, and enhance their understanding of dynamic behavior in process loops. Through practical examples, case studies, and hands-on exercises, attendees will be equipped with the necessary tools to optimize process performance, improve efficiency, and reduce variability in operations.


Course objective

  • Understand the principles of process control and its applications in industrial settings.
  • Apply advanced process control techniques to optimize plant performance.
  • Analyze and fine-tune control loops for improved efficiency and reduced variability.
  • Troubleshoot control systems and solve common process control problems.
  • Implement control strategies to enhance process stability and productivity.

Course Outline | 01 Day One

Fundamentals of Process Control

Session 1: Introduction to Process Control Concepts

  • Overview of process control systems in industrial environments.
  • The role of control systems in process optimization.

Session 2: Control Loop Components and Architecture

  • Breakdown of control loop elements: sensors, controllers, actuators.
  • Types of control loops: open-loop and closed-loop systems.

Session 3: Process Dynamics and Control Responses

  • Understanding dynamic behavior in processes.
  • Analyzing first-order and second-order systems.
  • Time delays, process gain, and process response characteristics.

Session 4: PID Controllers and Control Algorithms

  • Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) control theory.
  • Tuning and adjustments for PID controllers.
  • Advanced PID control techniques for optimal process stability.

    Fundamentals of Process Control

    Session 1: Introduction to Process Control Concepts
  • Overview of process control systems in industrial environments.
  • The role of control systems in process optimization.
  • Session 2: Control Loop Components and Architecture
  • Breakdown of control loop elements: sensors, controllers, actuators.
  • Types of control loops: open-loop and closed-loop systems.
  • Session 3: Process Dynamics and Control Responses
  • Understanding dynamic behavior in processes.
  • Analyzing first-order and second-order systems.
  • Time delays, process gain, and process response characteristics.
  • Session 4: PID Controllers and Control Algorithms
  • Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) control theory.
  • Tuning and adjustments for PID controllers.
  • Advanced PID control techniques for optimal process stability.

Course Outline | 02 Day Two

 Advanced Process Control Strategies

Session 1: Introduction to Advanced Process Control (APC)

  • The need for advanced control techniques in modern plants.
  • Overview of advanced control strategies: feedforward, cascade, ratio, and model predictive control (MPC).

Session 2: Feedforward and Cascade Control Systems

  • Feedforward control: design and implementation.
  • Cascade control: configuration and benefits.
  • Practical examples of feedforward and cascade control applications.

Session 3: Model Predictive Control (MPC)

  • Fundamentals of MPC and its role in dynamic systems.
  • Designing MPC systems and managing constraints.
  • Application of MPC for multi-variable process control.

Session 4: Case Study and Hands-On Exercises

  • Real-world case studies highlighting the use of advanced control systems.
  • Practical exercises on implementing and tuning APC systems.

Course Outline | 03 Day Three

Loop Tuning and Performance Optimization

Session 1: Loop Tuning Fundamentals

  • Importance of loop tuning for process optimization.
  • Basic and advanced tuning techniques.
  • Criteria for evaluating control loop performance.

Session 2: Manual Tuning Techniques

  • Ziegler-Nichols tuning method.
  • Cohen-Coon method for loop tuning.
  • Implementing tuning methods for different processes.

Session 3: Software-Based Tuning

  • Introduction to tuning software and tools.
  • Auto-tuning systems for PID controllers.
  • Benefits of software-based loop tuning for complex systems.

Session 4: Troubleshooting Control Loop Problems

  • Identifying and solving common control loop issues.
  • Best practices for troubleshooting process control systems.
  • Real-world examples and group problem-solving exercises.

Course Outline | 04 Day Four

Process Control Implementation and Future Trends

Session 1: Control System Integration and Implementation

  • Integration of advanced process control into existing systems.
  • Managing and optimizing multi-loop control systems.

Session 2: Control System Performance Evaluation

  • Tools and techniques for evaluating system performance.
  • Implementing performance monitoring and continuous improvement processes.

Session 3: Emerging Trends in Process Control

  • Digitalization and smart process control systems.
  • Role of artificial intelligence and machine learning in control systems.
  • Predictive analytics for proactive process optimization.

Session 4: Final Case Study and Wrap-Up

  • Case study to integrate all concepts learned in the course.
  • Group presentations and feedback.
  • Q&A session and course summary.
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