Instrument Technician Responsibilities and Concepts

Chris introduces the role of an instrument technician, focusing on their work with automation and safety equipment in industry. He explains key process variables like pressure, temperature, flow, level, and pH, and how they are controlled using process control loops. Using a home heating system as an example, Chris illustrates the components of a control loop: process variable, setpoint, sensor, logic solver, and actuator. He outlines the tasks of instrument technicians, including calibration, maintenance, repair, and work on safety systems. The video concludes with an invitation to subscribe for more content.

What is one of the main responsibilities of an instrument technician?

• Designing new industrial equipment

• Managing process variables like pressure and temperature

• Overseeing financial transactions

• Conducting market research

Which of the following is NOT a component of a process control loop?

• Financial Controller

• Logic Solver

• Actuator

• Sensor

In a home heating system, what acts as the sensor?

• Boiler

• Thermostat

• Radiator

• Room temperature

What does the logic solver in a process control loop do?

• Measures the process variable

• Compares the setpoint to the process variable

• Detects gas leaks

• Heats the room

What is the main goal of a process control loop?

• To increase production speed

• To control a process variable at a desired setpoint

• To reduce the number of employees

• To enhance the aesthetic of the plant

What is the purpose of calibrating sensors in a processing plant?

• To increase the speed of the process

• To change the process variable

• To ensure the sensors are accurate

• To reduce energy consumption

What is a key task performed during planned maintenance by instrument technicians?

• Marketing the plant's products

• Increasing production output

• Function testing of equipment

• Designing new control loops

What happens if planned maintenance fails to prevent equipment issues?

• New equipment is immediately purchased

• The equipment is discarded

• Instrument technicians repair the equipment

• The plant is shut down permanently

What is the role of instrument technicians in emergency shutdown systems?

• To train new employees

• To design new safety protocols

• To maintain and repair the systems

• To operate the plant during emergencies

Which type of equipment do instrument technicians maintain on petrochemical sites?

• Financial software

• Fire and gas detection equipment

• Transportation vehicles

• Marketing tools