Instrumentation 1

Course Code

ELAP 107

Academic Year

2016-2017

The course deals with the principles, construction, operation, maintenance and safety features of process materials and instrumentation for non-electrical measurement of process pressure and temperature. The appropriate Instrument Society of America symbols are used through the course. The concepts of electrical/electronic sensors and instruments are also introduced covering signal conditioning, common voltage and current control loops. The operation of devices such as indicators, controllers and computers are also discussed. Practical shop assignments will reinforce theory on how to calibrate, install and maintain these sensors and instruments.