A randomized 25 question test from a pool of 469 questions, good luck!
In a typical distillation process, the top stage of the column will have a ratio of lighter components to heavier components. Which of the answers below reflects this ratio best?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as an exchanger that allows flue gases to heat the boiler feedwater?
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?
There are numerous undertakings in developing an SIS, this is called the safety life cycle. Which of the terms below relates best to a collection of devices that reduce a specific hazards risk?
There are many different parts and processes to a distillation column. Which of the design feature below can be best described as the part of the column that contains the greatest portion of heavier components of the mixture?
Which of the answers below is best described as a relative gain that indicates no loop interaction?
The control of the composition that is produced from a distillation column involves several variables. Which of the answers below best represents the major variable(s) that must be kept in balance?
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?
All process responses to a load change involve two distinct parts. Which of the answers below best represents those two parts?
The graph below is an example of a typical positive displacement compressor. Which of the numbered points would best be described as when the cylinder is full of gas at suction pressure?
Which of the answers below is best defined as the systems reaction to applying an input to the control system, and the time to reach steady state?
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 maximum interchange between vapour and liquid?
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?
There a some conventional distillation column control strategies. Which of the strategies below is an example of an material balance strategy?
Surge is the worst conditions that a centrifugal compressor can have, so some control strategies have been developed to mitigate this. Which of the strategies below can be described as a control that functions despite the surge controller not operating?
All feedforward control strategies respond to a disturbance before it reaches the CV. Which of the strategies below does not verify that the CV has returned to the desired value
SAMA has various symbols for the elements or functions of a boiler. Which of the answers below correctly identifies "D"?
Control strategies affect several variables, some at the same time. Which of the variables below is omitted from the pure feedforward control strategy?
In relation to open loop static gain calculations the "B" in the picture below is best described by which term below?
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 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?
In regard to the distillation process, Which of the terms below is best described as the The liquid and/or gas entering into the distillation column?
Starting a boiler is an extremely complicated procedure. Which of the start-up steps would include excess fuel being expelled from the furnace?
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 the proper air-to-fuel ratios for varying boiler demands?
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?