A randomized 25 question test from a pool of 469 questions, good luck!
In the reciprocating compressor system, there are numerous specialized components. Which of the components below would be best described as one that diminishes the oscillations of a compressor to acceptable tolerances?
Responses from feedforward controls have different times. Which of the answers below is a timed response?
There a some conventional distillation column control strategies. Which of the strategies below is an example of an energy balance strategy?
Which of the answers below best describes a centralized control strategy?
Boiler safety is an important part of reliable operation. Which of the strategies below would concern itself with water carryover?
The relative amount of heat lost in the column is reflected in the reflux ratio. If the ratio were to increase, which of the answers below would describe the effect on the light key in the distillate?
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?
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?
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?
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 answers below best represents the controller gain and action on a P-only controller, if the PV increases 10% and the CO drops 15%?
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?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as a fuel and air mixing chamber for proper combustion?
There are many different parts and processes to a distillation column. Which of the design feature below can be best described as the section that concentrates the heavier component in the liquid phase.
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?
There are numerous undertakings in developing an SIS, this is called the safety life cycle. Which of the terms below relates best to the SIL required to satisfy an RRF of 87345?
In the arena of process control, there are some that deal with more than one FCE at a time. Which of the control strategies below would be best suited for processes that need 2 FCEs, used at the same time, to control a single manipulated variable
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.
Starting a boiler is an extremely complicated procedure. Which of the start-up steps would include the pressure for the igniter system being acceptable limits?
SAMA has various symbols for the elements or functions of a boiler. Which of the answers below correctly identifies "C"?
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?
Operating a distillation column is an excersize in fine tuning a process. Which of the answers below would cause a problem in the operation of a column?
Centrifugal compressors have some specialized problems while operating. Which of the terms below is best described as the operation at a high flow rate but low discharge rate?
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 control systems below is designed to uses the static gain and dynamic portions of the transfer functions?