A randomized 25 question test from a pool of 469 questions, good luck!
A measured disturbance by a transmitter, whose output signal modifies the feedforward controller output signal to the FCE is used by which of the control strategies below?
There are many different parts and processes to a distillation column. Which of the parts below can be best described as the design feature that allows the liquid to enter and exit the trays?
Which of the answers below is best described as the quantitative measurement of best controlled and manipulated variable pairings to limit loop interaction?
There are numerous undertakings in developing an SIS, this is called the safety life cycle. Which of the terms below relates best to the ratio of detected failure rates in a device or system?
In a reciprocating compressor, the piston rod is put under extreme forces and requires monitoring. Which of the situations below would use mounted strain gauges?
Which one of the terms below is best described as a measure of the output of first order system reacting to a load disturbance?
SAMA has various symbols for the elements or functions of a boiler. Which of the answers below correctly identifies "E"?
In process control, there are many control strategies to choose from. Which of the strategies would adjust the manipulated variable by the measured disturbance?
Which of the control strategies below is best defined as a strategy where all inputs are evaluated and the calculated outputs are transmitted collectively?
On a typical boiler control system, there are four main points of control. Which of the answers below would best be manipulated to control the supplied steam pressure?
Which of the answers below is best described as the quantitative measurement of best controlled and manipulated variable pairings to limit loop interaction?
In a reciprocating compressor, the piston rod is put under extreme forces and requires monitoring. Which of the situations below would use mounted strain gauges?
SIS's use is based solely on the reduction of risk. Which of the terms below is best described as unjustifiable risk?
Which of the answers below best describes the "B" portion of the reaction curve?
There are several ways to control the pressure in a distillation column. Which of the answers below is best described as the control of the condensers coolant flow?
Starting a boiler is an extremely complicated procedure. Which of the start-up steps would include excess fuel being expelled from the furnace?
Which of the control terms below is best described as multiple controlled variables are affected by a single manipulated variable?
Gasoline is a complex hydrocarbon blend. Which of the blending ratios would have poor final product if a high level of accuracy was needed?
Which of the answers below best describes a centralized control strategy?
In the distillation process heat is one of the most important variables to control. Which of the answers below would best describe the effects of an increase in heat production?
On a typical boiler control system, there are four main points of control. Which of the answers below would best be manipulated to control boiler furnace pressure?
A system of control is needed in a reciprocating compressor to have consistent pressure. Which of the control systems below is best described as the suction side of the compressor receiving discharge gas?
There are a variety of complications that can arise while using a reciprocating compressor. Which one of the events would be mitigated by a flow transmitters sending a signal to a low lube oil flow alarm?
Electric switches and transmitters make up the bulk of the sensors in a safety system. Which type of sensor architecture below is best described as a shutdown that can be initiated by two components together?
The applications for process control are varied. Which of the control strategies below would be best in waste effluent neutralization?