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Advanced Certificate in Process Automation
Maximising Process Control for your Operation
Why Choose Advanced Certificate in Process Automation Training Course?
Proper process control is vital to any industry. If your control is not done optimally, not only may you affect the safety of your operation, but also your efficiency and profitability. In this respect, very careful attention must be paid to the PID controller. These devices are used to control a host of different applications, and their optimization cannot be emphasized, enough! They are often incorporated into the Distributed Control System (DCS).
This Advanced Certificate in Process Automation training course takes over, where basic instrumentation courses end off. It assumes that the delegates already understand measuring devices for level, temperature, pressure and flow, HMI basics, PLC basics, etc. It really focuses on process control in greater depth, which is pertinent to PID controllers, progressing from basics right up to advanced options. This Advanced Certificate in Process Automation training course is presented in a manner that is easy to understand, and then to apply. It is vital that everyone, who is involved in PID controllers and loop tuning, are taught the fundamentals and techniques as thoroughly as possible.
This Advanced Certificate in Process Automation training course will feature:
- Process control
- Terms and definitions that will be encountered
- The PID controller
- Various loop tuning methods
- Advanced control using PID controllers
What are the Goals?
Delegates will understand ALL of the technical terms associated with PID controllers as well as process control. Delegates will be taught to implement excellent loop tuning techniques and strategies, and apply their knowledge in a useful and practical way. Following this training course, delegates will be able to interact effectively, with plant management and other engineers, regarding all aspects pertinent to process control and advanced PID controller tuning.
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Decide on the best type of control to implement, using a PID controller
- Understand all of the terminology that may be encountered, using PID controllers
- Implement various open-loop tuning strategies with a PID controller
- Implement various closed-loop tuning strategies with a PID controller
- Implement strategies, which include Cascade, Ratio, Gain Scheduling, etc., using PID controllers
- Implement assorted model-based loop tuning solutions
The Course Content
- Process dynamics and assorted processes that can be encountered
- Process stability
- Process responses (including first, second and high order processes)
- Terms and definitions, associated with process control (Gp, Td, Tc, PV Tracking, etc.)
- The different types of control that may be implemented
- Proportional band percentage / Gain
- Integral / Reset action
- Derivative / Rate action
- Default controller settings, for various processes
- PID combinations that can be used, for various processes
- Combined feedback and feed forward, integral windup, etc.
- Ziegler-Nichols open loop tuning method
- Ziegler-Nichols closed loop tuning method
- Tuning methods to satisfy overshoot constraints
- Tuning rules and guidelines
- Non formalized (trial & error) open loop running methods
- Non formalized (trial & error) closed loop running methods
- Cascade loops using PID controllers
- Ratio control loops using PID controllers
- Gain scheduling with a PID controller
- Using a PID controller to deal with long dead times
- Self-tuning controllers
- Understanding Real vs Ideal, Saturated vs Non Saturated and Controller Equations
- Using a model-based system to deal with dead time
- Using a Smith Predictor
- Understanding Internal Model Control (IMC)
- Dahlin’s controller
- Understanding and Implementing Model Predictive Control (MPC)
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
How Aztech Saudi Can Enhance Your Professional Career
At Aztech Saudi, we believe that professional development is the foundation of long-term career success. This training course is expertly designed to equip individuals with practical skills, forward-thinking strategies, and the confidence to navigate today’s dynamic work environments. Each course is delivered by subject matter specialists with extensive industry experience, ensuring that every learning experience is relevant, impactful, and aligned with real-world challenges. Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical expertise, enhance leadership abilities, or stay ahead of industry trends, Aztech Saudi provides the tools you need to elevate your performance and deliver measurable value to your organization.
Our training is more than just knowledge transfer—it’s a catalyst for career transformation. By participating in our courses, professionals gain a competitive advantage in their fields, improve their decision-making capabilities, and position themselves for new opportunities and leadership roles. We take pride in supporting individuals across various sectors and career stages, helping them unlock their full potential through high-quality, globally benchmarked learning experiences. With Aztech Saudi as your development partner, you’re not only investing in education—you're investing in a stronger, more successful future.
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