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A highly interactive training course on
PCE004/Operations of Process Equipment
Training course overview
This PCE004/Operations of Process Equipment training course offers an integrated approach to understanding the operation, design, and troubleshooting of critical process equipment such as fired heaters, heat exchangers, air coolers, piping systems, pumps, compressors, and process control systems. By examining the interconnectivity of these equipment pieces within a process plant, participants will learn how to ensure operational efficiency and mitigate performance issues. Emphasis will be placed on diagnosing common problems, optimizing process conditions, and improving the reliability of plant equipment to avoid downtime.
What are the goals?
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Gain an in-depth understanding of the operation and performance of critical process equipment
- Learn troubleshooting techniques for addressing common issues in fired heaters, heat exchangers, air coolers, piping systems, pumps, and compressors
- Understand how process control systems can optimize equipment performance and prevent failures
- Develop strategies for maintaining equipment reliability and reducing operational downtime
- Explore best practices for optimizing process plant operations through effective equipment management
Who is this training course for?
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Process Engineers
- Maintenance Engineers
- Mechanical Technicians
- Instrumentation Engineers
- Plant Operators
How will this training course be presented?
This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.
Course Outline
Day One: Fired Heaters and Heat Exchangers: Design, Operation, and Troubleshooting
- Fundamentals of fired heaters and heat exchanger design and operation
- Types of fired heaters and heat exchangers: shell-and-tube, plate, and air-cooled
- Common issues in heaters and heat exchangers: fouling, scaling, and performance degradation
Day Two: Air Coolers and Piping Systems: Operation and Maintenance
- Design and operational considerations for air coolers and piping systems
- Key issues in piping systems: corrosion, leaks, and pressure drops
- Monitoring system performance and identifying inefficiencies
Day Three: Pumps and Compressors: Design, Selection, and Troubleshooting
- Overview of centrifugal, positive displacement, and reciprocating pumps
- Types of compressors: reciprocating, centrifugal, and screw compressors
- Troubleshooting common operational issues in pumps and compressors
Day Four: Process Control Systems: Optimization and Troubleshooting
- Role of process control systems in maintaining equipment performance
- Control loop tuning, instrumentation calibration, and process optimization
- Troubleshooting process control issues to prevent equipment failures
Day Five: Advanced Maintenance and Troubleshooting Strategies
- Preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies for process equipment
- Diagnostic tools for equipment performance monitoring and fault detection
- Case studies in troubleshooting and maintenance to enhance equipment reliability
The certificate
- Coventry Academy Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
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