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!
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.
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