Question 1

A multiplexer is a device used to:

Accepted Answer

A)  translate signals as they enter a data highway. 
B)  separate signals on a complex data highway. 
C)  change control schemes and modify control systems. 
D)  display bar and line graphs. 
A)  translate signals as they enter a data highway. 
B)  separate signals on a complex data highway. 
C)  change control schemes and modify control systems. 
D)  display bar and line graphs. A

Question 2

The symbol for a shell and tube heat exchanger that is being used as a pre-heater has the arrow:

Accepted Answer

A)  pointed down 
B)  pointed up 
C)  horizontal 
A)  pointed down 
B)  pointed up 
C)  horizontal A

Question 3

Draw a level control loop.

Accepted Answer

A level control loop is a feedback control system used to maintain a constant level of a liquid or material in a tank or vessel. It typically consists of a level sensor to measure the current level, a controller to compare the measured level to a setpoint, and a control valve to adjust the flow in or out of the tank.

The level sensor sends a signal to the controller, which then compares the measured level to the desired setpoint. If the measured level is lower than the setpoint, the controller sends a signal to open the control valve, allowing more material to enter the tank. If the measured level is higher than the setpoint, the controller sends a signal to close the control valve, reducing the flow into the tank.

This continuous feedback loop ensures that the level of the tank remains constant, even as conditions change. It is an essential part of many industrial processes, such as chemical manufacturing, water treatment, and food production. A well-designed level control loop helps to maintain product quality, optimize production efficiency, and prevent spills or overflows.

Question 4

A nutating disc meter is composed of all the following components except:

Accepted Answer

A)  counter 
B)  pointer 
C)  nutating disc 
D)  flow inlet 
E)  flow outlet 
A)  counter 
B)  pointer 
C)  nutating disc 
D)  flow inlet 
E)  flow outlet

Question 5

The primary elements used to detect indirect level measurements include all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  DP cell 
B)  conductivity probes 
C)  bubbler system 
D)  displacer 
E)  sight glass
F) continuous level detector gauge
G) float and tape 
A)  DP cell 
B)  conductivity probes 
C)  bubbler system 
D)  displacer 
E)  sight glass
F) continuous level detector gauge
G) float and tape

Question 6

When an operator selects the desired process variable on a controller, it is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A)  the process target 
B)  the process guidelines 
C)  the process setpoint 
D)  the process cap 
A)  the process target 
B)  the process guidelines 
C)  the process setpoint 
D)  the process cap

Question 7

The primary elements used to detect pressure measurements include all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  cylindrical 
B)  helical 
C)  spiral 
D)  manometer 
E)  diaphragm
F) pressure transmitter
G) c-type
H) bellows 
A)  cylindrical 
B)  helical 
C)  spiral 
D)  manometer 
E)  diaphragm
F) pressure transmitter
G) c-type
H) bellows

Question 8

A thermocouple is:

Accepted Answer

A)  a wire composed of dissimilar metals that are connected at one end. 
B)  a resistive temperature detector used to measure temperature changes in relationship to electrical resistance. 
C)  a device used to measure physical and chemical compositions. 
D)  a device designed to alert operators when a process variable exceeds established parameters. 
A)  a wire composed of dissimilar metals that are connected at one end. 
B)  a resistive temperature detector used to measure temperature changes in relationship to electrical resistance. 
C)  a device used to measure physical and chemical compositions. 
D)  a device designed to alert operators when a process variable exceeds established parameters.

Question 9

The primary elements used to detect direct level measurements include all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  float and tape 
B)  conductivity probes 
C)  sight glass 
D)  displacer 
E)  bubbler system 
A)  float and tape 
B)  conductivity probes 
C)  sight glass 
D)  displacer 
E)  bubbler system

Question 10

A device used to record process variables:

Accepted Answer

A)  controller 
B)  RTD 
C)  recorder 
D)  digitizer 
A)  controller 
B)  RTD 
C)  recorder 
D)  digitizer

Question 11

The symbol "PCV" indicates:

Accepted Answer

A)  process control valve 
B)  process containment variable 
C)  pressure control valve 
D)  power carrier variable 
A)  process control valve 
B)  process containment variable 
C)  pressure control valve 
D)  power carrier variable

Question 12

A corrugated metal tube that contracts and expands in response to pressure changes:

Accepted Answer

A)  bellows pressure element 
B)  bourdon tube 
C)  DP cell 
D)  pressure transmitter 
A)  bellows pressure element 
B)  bourdon tube 
C)  DP cell 
D)  pressure transmitter

Question 13

Draw a temperature control loop.

Accepted Answer

A temperature control loop typically con

Question 14

A controller is:

Accepted Answer

A)  a device used to record process variables. 
B)  a device used to measure physical and chemical compositions. 
C)  a device designed to alert operators when a process variable exceeds established parameters. 
D)  a device used to initiate change when a process variable moves out of established guidelines. 
A)  a device used to record process variables. 
B)  a device used to measure physical and chemical compositions. 
C)  a device designed to alert operators when a process variable exceeds established parameters. 
D)  a device used to initiate change when a process variable moves out of established guidelines.

Question 15

An analyzer is a device used to:

Accepted Answer

A)  measure or control flow, temperature, level or pressure. 
B)  measure physical and chemical compositions of materials. 
C)  send a signal a controller, recorder or indicator. 
D)  measure temperature changes in relationship to electrical resistance. 
A)  measure or control flow, temperature, level or pressure. 
B)  measure physical and chemical compositions of materials. 
C)  send a signal a controller, recorder or indicator. 
D)  measure temperature changes in relationship to electrical resistance.

Question 16

A computer graphics display is an electronic process flow diagram used to simplify console operations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A DP cell is an example of a:

Accepted Answer

A)  controller 
B)  transmitter 
C)  transducer 
D)  converter 
A)  controller 
B)  transmitter 
C)  transducer 
D)  converter

Question 18

A flow control loop most closely resembles:

Accepted Answer

A)  thermocouple, transmitter, controller, transducer, control valve 
B)  orifice plate, transmitter, controller, transducer, actuator 
C)  venturi tube, transmitter, controller, transducer, control valve 
D)  b & c 
A)  thermocouple, transmitter, controller, transducer, control valve 
B)  orifice plate, transmitter, controller, transducer, actuator 
C)  venturi tube, transmitter, controller, transducer, control valve 
D)  b & c

Question 19

Weir and flume flow and level measuring devices are used to calculate flows that are not enclosed in pipes:

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Draw a flow control loop.

Accepted Answer

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A multiplexer is a device used to:

The symbol for a shell and tube heat exchanger that is being used as a pre-heater has the arrow:

Draw a level control loop.

A nutating disc meter is composed of all the following components except:

The primary elements used to detect indirect level measurements include all of the following except:

When an operator selects the desired process variable on a controller, it is referred to as:

The primary elements used to detect pressure measurements include all of the following except:

A thermocouple is:

The primary elements used to detect direct level measurements include all of the following except:

A device used to record process variables:

The symbol "PCV" indicates:

A corrugated metal tube that contracts and expands in response to pressure changes:

Draw a temperature control loop.

A controller is:

An analyzer is a device used to:

A computer graphics display is an electronic process flow diagram used to simplify console operations.

A DP cell is an example of a:

A flow control loop most closely resembles:

Weir and flume flow and level measuring devices are used to calculate flows that are not enclosed in pipes:

Draw a flow control loop.

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Exam 11: Instruments

A multiplexer is a device used to:

The symbol for a shell and tube heat exchanger that is being used as a pre-heater has the arrow:

Draw a level control loop.

A nutating disc meter is composed of all the following components except:

The primary elements used to detect indirect level measurements include all of the following except:

When an operator selects the desired process variable on a controller, it is referred to as:

The primary elements used to detect pressure measurements include all of the following except:

A thermocouple is:

The primary elements used to detect direct level measurements include all of the following except:

A device used to record process variables:

The symbol "PCV" indicates:

A corrugated metal tube that contracts and expands in response to pressure changes:

Draw a temperature control loop.

A controller is:

An analyzer is a device used to:

A computer graphics display is an electronic process flow diagram used to simplify console operations.

A DP cell is an example of a:

A flow control loop most closely resembles:

Weir and flume flow and level measuring devices are used to calculate flows that are not enclosed in pipes:

Draw a flow control loop.

Introduction to Process Equipment

Valves

Piping and Vessels

Pumps

Compressors

Turbines and Motors

Heat Exchangers

Cooling Towers

Steam Generation- Boilers

Fired Heaters Furnaces

Process Diagrams

Utility Systems

Reaction Systems

Distillation Systems

Extraction and Other Separation Systems

Plastics Systems

Filters