Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical Systems Certification Training

This course provides an overview of electrical power generation and distribution, process and safety systems instrumentation and control strategies and configurations. Focus is on application and integration into the process and control of upstream and mid stream oil and gas facilities . The material of the course is applicable to field production facilities , pipelines , gas plants and off shore system. It also covers an overview of electrical systems, instrumentation, process control, and control/safety systems typically encountered in oil and gas facilities, such as: separation, gas dehydration, gas sweetening, NGL recovery, and associated facilities. The focus is to understand terminology, concepts, typical equipment configurations, control strategies, and common pitfalls in order to effectively manage and execute multi-discipline projects.

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Module 1 - Electrical Power Fundamentals

Introduction to electrical power systems

• Core electrical parameters: voltage, current, frequency and power
• Purchased power vs. self-generation
• Basic principles of electrical power management



Facility Power Architecture

• Developing electrical load lists
• Creating and interpreting one-line diagrams
• Selecting and integrating power distribution equipment



Power Users and System Demand

• Identifying major electrical loads
• Evaluating operating profiles (continuous, intermittent, variable)
• Motor starting considerations and impact on system design



Electrical Safety and Compliance

• Hazardous area classification concepts
• Circuit protection, coordination and safe work practices



Module 2 - Instrumentation Fundamentals

Measurement Principles

• What to measure and why
• Key process variables (pressure, temperature, flow, level etc.)
• Sensor selection and installation considerations



Instrumentation Characteristics

• Accuracy, range, response time and environmental requirements
• Analog vs. digital instrumentation
• Common signal standards and communication protocols



Module 3 - Control Systems

Control Theory and Strategies

• Basic control concepts and loops (open-loop, closed-loop)
• PID control and tuning considerations
• Advanced and application-specific control strategies



Control Equipment and Platforms

• Controllers, PLCs, DCS architecture and local control devices
• Integration of field instrumentation with control hardware
• Human-machine interfaces and operator considerations



Module 4 - Systems Integration

Process Monitoring and Local Control

• Building integrated measurement and control schemes
• Equipment protection and interlocks
• Alarms, events, and operator response



Safety and Shutdown Systems

• Role of safety instrumented systems (SIS)
• Basic concepts of risk reduction and protection layers



Communication and Remote Operations

• Overview of industrial communication networks
• Remote monitoring and supervisory control
• Integration of power, instrumentation and control subsystems

• Basic understanding of industrial or facility operations
• General familiarity with electrical, mechanical or process systems
• Awareness of safety practices in industrial environments
• No advanced electrical or control engineering background required

• Electrical, instrumentation and control engineers (junior to mid-level)
• Operations and maintenance engineers and supervisors
• Project engineers involved in facility design or upgrades
• Reliability, asset integrity and technical support professionals
• Technical managers seeking a structured overview of power, instrumentation and control systems

• 20 multiple-choice questions covering all course modules
• Passing requirement: at least 15 correct answers
• Two attempts allowed to achieve a passing score
• Certificate issued upon successful completion of the exam

Obtaining the Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Systems Certification with training provides professionals with practical, hands‑on expertise in core automation and electrical fundamentals that are essential for modern industrial operations. This structured training teaches participants how to design, operate, troubleshoot and maintain instrumentation and control systems - including sensors, PLCs, control loops and electrical distribution - with real‑world applications. Instead of just learning theory, participants gain actionable skills in diagnostics, system integration, safety compliance and performance optimisation, enabling them to confidently support complex equipment and automation tasks in sectors such as manufacturing, oil & gas, power, utilities and industrial automation.

From a career and financial perspective, earning this certification with guided training can significantly enhance professional credibility, employability and salary potential. Certified professionals with demonstrated expertise in instrumentation and electrical systems are in high demand across engineering and operations functions. Depending on experience and industry, roles such as Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, Electrical Systems Technician, Automation Specialist and Maintenance & Reliability Technician can command annual salaries ranging from $60,000 to $95,000, with senior or specialised positions in large industrial firms exceeding $110,000. By combining a recognised certification with practical, application‑focused training, participants not only validate their technical competence but also position themselves for career advancement, increased responsibility, and a stronger contribution to organisational performance and operational reliability.

He is an experienced technical professional with deep expertise in electrical power systems, process instrumentation and industrial controls specific to upstream and midstream oil and gas facilities. He brings practical knowledge in integrating electrical distribution, control strategies, safety systems and instrumentation diagnostics to help technical teams strengthen their operational competence. With a focus on real‑world applications and systems integration, he guides participants through complex concepts with clarity and relevance. Passionate about building technical capability, he equips learners with the skills needed to confidently manage and optimize instrumentation, control and electrical systems in industrial settings.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the basic principles of electrical power systems, including voltage, current, frequency, power distribution and safety practices.
• Interpret electrical one-line diagrams and power distribution architecture used in industrial and process facilities.
• Identify major electrical loads and assess their operating profiles, including considerations for motor starting and demand analysis.
• Apply electrical safety and compliance principles, including hazardous area classification, circuit protection and safe work practices.
• Describe common process instrumentation fundamentals such as pressure, temperature, flow and level measurement and sensor selection.
• Differentiate instrumentation characteristics including accuracy, range, response time and the uses of analog versus digital signals.
• Explain control system concepts, including open and closed-loop control, PID tuning and advanced control strategies.
• Recognise key control equipment such as PLCs, DCS architecture and operator interfaces and understand their integration with field instrumentation.
• Develop integrated measurement and control schemes including alarms, events, operator actions and equipment interlocks.
• Understand the role of safety instrumented systems (SIS), process shutdown strategies and basic risk reduction layers in industrial automation.
• Outline industrial communication networks and remote monitoring architectures used for supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) or remote operations.
• Integrate electrical, instrumentation and control subsystems to improve operational reliability and support multi-discipline project execution.