Instrumentation and Control Systems in Power Plants

This specialization provides a comprehensive understanding of instrumentation and control systems in modern power plants, focusing on selection, operation, and integration of critical instruments. It begins with the fundamentals of instruments and final control elements, covering industrial drawings, selection criteria, sizing, and applications for pressure, temperature, level, and flow measurement. Supervisory instruments and steam and water analysers are explored in detail, along with control valve construction, sizing, actuator types, cavitation, and flashing considerations. The course also covers power plant control systems, including architecture, configuration, communication, and automation. Learners gain practical knowledge of automated control systems, wireless communication, and fieldbus protocols such as Foundation Fieldbus and ProfiBus. The curriculum emphasizes real-world application, providing insights into system integration, reliability, and performance optimization. By completing this specialization, learners develop the skills to effectively design, operate, and maintain instrumentation and control systems in power plants, ensuring safe, efficient, and automated plant operations.