A randomized 25 question test from a pool of 469 questions, good luck!
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 shutdown that can be initiated by two out of a total of three components?
There are several ways to control the pressure in a distillation column. Which of the answers below is best described as a slow acting type of pressure control?
There are several ways to control the pressure in a distillation column. Which of the answers below is best described as a slow acting type of pressure control?
Because steam demands can vary, there are several control methods that work in concert to ensure efficient boiler operation. Which of those strategies would be to control the pressure of the furnace?
Which of the answers below best describes a centralized control strategy?
To minimize the loop interaction in a multi-loop control system, the CO and PV whose ______ pairing is closest to +1 is most desirable. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
A system of control is needed in a reciprocating compressor to have consistent pressure. Which of the control systems below is best described as one that adjust the compression rate of the compressor?
Which of the terms below best describes the switching of a loop from manual to automatic, resulting in a change in the control loop static gain?
In a saturation process that uses static decoupling, what is the value of D₁ and D₂ if K₁₁= 14%, K₁₂=-15%, K₂₁=23% and K₂₂=12%
In the distillation process there are two defined variables. Which of the variables below can be best described as the quantity of feed that is removed from the process as distillate or heavies?
There a some conventional distillation column control strategies. Which of the strategies below is best described as a one that indirectly controls the heat input to the column?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as a tube not directly heated, that allows thermal movement of water to the mud drum?
In the reciprocating compressor system, there are numerous specialized components. Which of the components below would be best described as one that isolates the compressor during emergency conditions?
There are many different parts and processes to a distillation column. Which of the design feature below can be best described as the piece of equipment that liquefies the tops product?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as the capture and reuse of used steam?
In process control, there are many control strategies to choose from. Which of the strategies would only respond to a controlled PV starting to drift from the SP?
SAMA has various symbols for the elements or functions of a boiler. Which of the answers below correctly identifies "A"?
Which of the terms below would best describe a loop gain of 1?
There are many different parts and processes to a distillation column. Which of the design feature below can be best described as the trays between the feed tray and the top of the column?
The graph below is an example of a typical positive displacement compressor. Which of the numbered points would best be described as the end of the discharge stroke?
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?
In the reciprocating compressor system, there are numerous specialized components. Which of the components below would be best described as one that increases the pressure in the compressor for start-up?
Which of the answers below is best represented by the number "2" on a typical H1 segment?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as the boiler manufacturers feedwater specifications are met?
Which of the answers below is best described as a relative gain that indicates no loop interaction?