Working with Control Valves Course
10 module correspondence course
Course Introduction
This 10 module online correspondence course is a more specialised course focussing on Control Valves. This course is also designed to last 6 months and includes quizzes and an online exam. SAVAMA certificates are awarded at the successful completion of each course.
Course Outline
Module 1
Principles of Fluid Mechanics, Choked Flow, Cavitation & Flashing
Module 2
Use of datasheets, Units, CV, FI, Manual Sizing & Velocity
Module 3
Valve types, Criteria, Seat Leakage, Characteristic & Turndown
Module 4
Trims, CC, LN Disk Stack, Multistage, Multiturn & Diffusers
Module 5
Sizing software & examples
Module 6
Materials of construction, Bodies, Trims, Packing / Gaskets & Pressure Ratings
Module 7
Actuators, Sizing & Volume Tanks
Module 8
Positioners, Conventional, Intelligent, Volume Boosters, Solenoids, Feedback & Accessories
Module 9
Desuperheaters & Attemporators
Module 10
Troubleshooting