IND 271 - Valve Technician I

CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
3 credit(s)

Broad overview to control valve operation and maintenance from the technician’s perspective. How control valves, actuators, and related instruments function and how they are installed and calibrated. It emphasizes installation, troubleshooting, parts replacement, and calibration. A broad range of instrumentation is covered - from legacy pneumatic devices through modern digital valve controllers (DVC’s). Students spend 50% of their time in hands-on workshops.