Introduction to P&IDs

Learn the basics of how to recognize and interpret engineering drawings including Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), Plot Plans, and more!

Engineering drawings

Knowing how to read engineering drawings is a core requirement for many engineering, operations, maintenance, risk management, and Process Safety Management activities including Management Of Change (MOC) and Process Hazards Analysis (PHA). This course will provide the core knowledge required to review and interpret Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams, Process Flow Diagrams, and related support documents. You will be able to read, understand, and better contribute to your role.

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Duration: 1-day

Date: New Dates Coming Soon!

Location:

Staples Studio, U of C Campus

Calgary, Alberta

$850

 

Program/ Topics

  • Source of symbols

  • Drafting basics

  • P&ID Legend

  • Block flow diagrams

  • Process flow diagrams

  • P&ID interpretation  (APPLIED)

  • Controls & interlock basics

  • Mass/Energy Balance

  • Vendor Drawings

  • Cause and Effect/Shutdown Key

  • Reading red lining of P&ID

Who will benefit:

  • New engineers and Engineers In Training (EITs)

  • Plant operations and maintenance personnel

  • Health and Safety Specialists

  • Process Hazards Analysis (PHA) participants

  • Technicians and Environmental Scientists

  • Technical and Non-Technical Managers

  • Refresher Training

Facilitator Profile

Jamie Merriam, P. Eng., FS Expert

Jamie is a seasoned professional engineer with a diverse background in functional safety and safety instrumented systems. With over 30 years of experience, he has worked on projects across various industries, including oil and gas, chemical manufacturing, pulp and paper, and power generation. Jamie’s expertise lies in conducting risk assessments and analyzing Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) to ensure the safety and reliability of complex facilities. He has worked on numerous projects involving the development and implementation of safety standards, including IEC 61508 and IEC 61511. 

Jamie is also an accomplished trainer and facilitator, having conducted numerous training sessions on a range of topics including Process Hazards Analysis (PHA), reading Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and even the certification of Functional Safety Engineers (FS Eng) through his status as Functional Safety Expert (FS Expert). He has a talent for breaking down complex technical concepts into simple terms that are easy for others to understand.

Diversity is Strength

Are you a member of a marginalized community? As a minority-owned business, RskLess is committed to increasing equity and inclusivity in our courses.

  • BIPOC

  • LGBTQ+

  • Women in STEM

  • Unemployed or Under-employed

  • Students

  • New Canadians

Please contact jonathan@rskless.com to access up to a 33% reduction in course fees based on your context.