A randomized 25 question test from a pool of 469 questions, good luck!
Which of the answers below best describes a centralized control strategy?
There are a variety of complications that can arise while using a reciprocating compressor. Which one of the events would be mitigated by a tight control of the water jacket and lube oil?
Which of the answers below represents the phase shift of a processes natural frequency?
Communication technology is generally specific to a type of area network. Which of the area networks below would Ethernet (IEEE 802.3) be used is primarily?
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?
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 use the comparison of the PV to the desired SP?
There are several ways to control the pressure in a distillation column. Which of the answers below is best described as the pressure control where there is no manipulation of the coolant flow to the condenser?
There a some conventional distillation column control strategies. Which of the strategies below is best described as a direct setting of the columns thermal properties?
Boiler feedwater treatment is a vital component for the smooth operation of an industrial boiler. Which of the conditioning methods below is comprised of mechanically removing impurities from the mud drum?
There are some specialized equipment that is on a fractional distillation column. Which of the answers below best describes what the function of a "pump around" on one of those columns?
There are several common problems that can arise during a distillation columns operation. Which of the problems below can be described as when the vapour avoids the upper tray due to a lack of a seal in the downcomer from the tray above?
Boiler safety is an important part of reliable operation. Which of the strategies below would concern itself with maintaining proper furnace pressures?
Using the picture below, which variable is best defined as "manipulated"?
There a some conventional distillation column control strategies. Which of the strategies below is best described as a direct setting of one of the output flows?
The techniques employed in process systems, that have the controlled value as close to the desired value are called control strategies. Which of the strategies below is designed to counter disturbances before they can affect the controlled variable?
If an unusual condition appears, compressor control systems have instruments that will shut down the compressor safely. Which of the shutdown classes below is best described as armed at the successful completion of the start sequence, and stay armed until it's timer expires?
Which of the answers below best represents the PB if the controller gain is 1.75?
If an unusual condition appears, compressor control systems have instruments that will shut down the compressor safely. Which of the shutdown classes below is best described as conditions that are always monitored and alarms are armed?
The breakdown of any one of the components of a SIF is hazardous. Which of the components below are the least prone to breakdown?
Which of the answers below is best defined as a process that shows an exponential response to a step input?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as a fan that pulls and drives flue gases up the stack?
Which answer below best represents the subscripts with the static gain symbol in the calculation of the OLM?
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?
All process responses to a load change involve two distinct parts. Which of the answers below best represents those two parts?