Title: Module Overview 4
Course: Open PRO130 Instrumentation I > Section: Module 4: Pump, Compressor & Heat Exchanger Systems

Module Overview: | Module Learning Objectives
Face-2 Face Class

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In order to achieve those learning objectives to the right, you will have to take action! For this module, you should:

1. First read, watch or listen to the videos.
2. Flip through my PPTs and write questions for the classroom.
3. Next Read the chapter(s) for this mod.
4. Participate in the discussion forum as outlined within the forum
5. Complete the homework & assignments.
By the end of this module you will be able to:

Chapter 8

- Describe the various components of the pump system.
- Describe the principles of fluid flow in a pump system.
- Draw a simple block flow diagram of the pump system.
- List the safety aspects associated with operating the pump system.
- List the operational specifications of the pump system; pressures, flow rates, etc.
- Solve various troubleshooting scenarios associated with pump system operations.
- Identify common problems associated with pump operations.
- Operate the pump system.

Chapter 9

- Explain the principles of compression in a multi-stage centrifugal compressor.
- Identify and describe the basic components of a compressor system.
- Draw a simple block flow diagram of a compressor system.
- Describe the various safety aspects associated with working on compressed air systems.
- Describe how instrument air is used in process control systems.
- Identify common problems associated with compressor operations.
- Operate the compressor system.
- Solve various troubleshooting scenarios associated with compressed air systems

Chapter 10

- Apply the principles of heat transfer to problems found in this chapter.
- Identify and describe the basic components of a heat exchanger system.
- Draw a simple block-flow diagram of a heat exchanger system.
- List and draw the two control loops used on the heat exchanger system.
- Identify the simple instrument used by a technician to operate the heat transfer system.
- Explain the primary purpose of each control loop and explain how the two control loops work and complement each other.
- Operate the heat exchanger system.
- Identify the common problems associated with heat exchanger systems.
- Solve various troubleshooting scenarios associated with heat exchanger systems.
- Compare and contrast the set point, process variable, and valve operating percentage.