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The CCST Study Guides are designed to provide a review of key content areas
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(domains) covered on the CCST examination and to familiarize the applicant 4
with the type of questions that may be covered. Actual CCST examination
questions are not available in the public domain and are not included in this
study guide. Satisfactory completion of study guide questions in no way assures
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Certifed control systems technician (CCST) program level 1 study guide.
p. cm.
Includes bibtiographical references.
ISBN 1-55617-573-6
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CCST Leve! 1 Study Guide
Table of Contents
Introduction
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Domain 1 - Calibration
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Domain 2- Loop Checking
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Domain 3 - Troubleshooting
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Domain 4- Start-up
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Solutions to Questions
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CCST Resources
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Thank you for your interest in the
ISA Certified Control Systems Technician
(CCST) Program. Being a CCST instantly
makes you more valuable to your em
ployer and increases your potential for
higher profile jobs. The CCST Program
was developed by leaders in the indus
try, including ISA, so your qualifications
will be recognized industry-wide.
This self-study guide was developed
to help you prepare for the ISA CCST
Level 1 exam. You may have sorne idea of
the structure of the CCST Program. If
not, the CCST Introduction below will
provide you with information about the
Program.
This CCST Study Guide is divided
into four domains to reflect the structure
of the exam. Each domain consists of an
introduction, sample questions, and
other sources for study. Although the
questions in this guide reflect questions
on the exam, completing this guide is no
guarantee of achieving certification. The
best way to prepare for the exam is to
study as much information relative to the
domains and tasks as possible.
CCST Introduction
During early 1995, ISA, the Inter
national Brotherhood of Electrical Work
ers (IBEW), the Instrument Contracting
and Engineering Association (ICEA), and
the United Association of Plumbers and
Pipe Fitters (UA) worked together to de
termine the needs for a control systems
technician certification. After an exten
sive analysis of the market, ISA devel
oped the CCST program.
CCST Program Overview
Control Systems Technician Definition
A Control Systems Technician (CST)
is skilled in and knowledgeable of
pneumatic, mechanical, and electronic
instrumentation and understands proc
ess control loops and process control sys
tems, including those that are computer
based. Typically, a CST has received
training in such specialized subjects as:
theory of control, analog and/or digital
electronics, rnicroprocessors and/ or
computers, and the operation and main
tenance of particular unes of field in
strumentation. The CST is acquainted
with both pipefitting and electrical fun
damentais.
A CST performs calibration, docu
mentation, loop checks, troubleshooting,
and repair or replacement of instrumen
tation. These tasks relate to systems that
measure and control level, temperature,
pressure, flow, force, power, position,
motion, physical properties, chemical
composition, and other process variables.
Program Definition
ISAs CCST Program promotes the
professional development of the CST,
providing recognition and documenta
tion of the technicians knowledge, ex
perience, and education in measurement
and control.
CSTs play a vital role in industry, ex
ercising direct control over many opera
tions that result in product quality,
safety, and environmental protection.
The CCST program ensures high levels
of skill and competency, and is regarded
as an important contribution by both in
dustry management and labor.
To be certified under the ISA pro
gram as a CST, applicants must demon
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strate that they are skilled practitioners,
knowledgeable in pneumatic and elec
tronic instrumentation. They must dem
onstrate an understanding of process
control loops and process control sys
tems, including both analog and micro
processor based systems.
The CCST Program provides the
mechanism to ascertain and document to
management, contractors and labor or
ganizations, the qualifications of CSTs to
work safely and effectively in process in
dustries worldwide.
As evidence of qualifying for certifi
cation, ISA wilI provide successful can
didates with a certificate stating the level
at which the individual is certified, and
will maintain a registry of CCSTs who
hoid certificates.
Certification Classifications
CCST certifications are available at
three leveis, and each level requires the
successful completion of an examination.
Applicants qualify for a specific level
based on combinations of experience and
education.
CCST Program Requirements
Definitions
General criteria to qualify to take any
of the following examinations include a
commitment to the ISA Code of Ethics, a
completed application with documenta
tion included to support the level re
quirement, and the application fee.
Related experience always means
work done in the instrumentation, meas
urement and control, electronics, electri
cal and mechanical fields. One (1) year of
work experience means 1500 hours of ac
tive employment during a twelve (12)
month period.
There is no academic requirement for
any level. However, candidates may sub
stitute post secondary education in re
lated technologies for a maximum of four
years work experience as defined for
each level of certification. Related tech
nologies include instrumentation, meas
urement and control, electrical, electron
ics or mechanical technologies. An
academic degree, or equivalent, means
an Associate of Science (AS) degree in
these technologies or 40 semester hours
in technology courses.
Documentation
Applicants must submit completed
Verification of Employment forms for ah
employers or provide equivalent docu
mentation that contains all information
on the Verification of Employment forms
in a clear and readable format. Ah forms
must be signed by the supervisor. An
applicant with military experience in the
related technologies defined for the
CCST program must document this pe
riod by submitting a copy of his/her
DD 214 form accompanied by a written
description of this experience. An official
college transcript is also required to
docnment educational periods needed to
qualify for the program.
For employers that may be unavail
able to provide first-hand verification, a
two-party verification of the employment
must be provided in the form of a state
ment signed by a co-worker from that
period of employment and notarized by
a notary pubhic. A fuli explanation of
why the employer is not verifying the
period of employment must be provided.
Fuil contact information, i.e., name, ad
dress and telephone number, must be
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CCST Study Guide Leve! 1
provided for al! responsible parties who
act to confirm empioyment verification.
No documents will be returned to
applicants. Please keep a copy of your
application for your records.
Record Retention Policy
Ah documentation received from
CCST appiicants who are not eligible for
certification will be retained for one year
after the application is received.
Education and Experience Require
ments
Complete documentation of work ex
perience and education are a MUST to
fulfihi the following requirernents to
qualify for each level of testing. Work
experience and educational periods may
not overlap when compiling the total
number of years for a level.
Level 1
A five-year total of education, train
ing, and/or experience. The fohlowing
elements may be used to satisfy this
requirement:
a. A registered apprenticeship in an
instrumentation, measurement
and control, electronics, electrical,
and/ or mechanical program, if
applicable.
b. Academic degree (or equivalent)
in a related technology area, to a
maximum of four years.
c. Successfully completing the CST
Associate Recognition Program
(equivalent to one year).
d. Related work experience.
Level II
A seven-year total of education, train
ing, and/or experience. The following
elements rnay be used to satisfy this
requirement:
and/ or mechanical program, if
applicable.
e. Related work experience, includ
ing at least two years in instru
mentation/ measurement and
control.
Level III
A thirteen-year total of education,
training, and/or experience. The fol
lowing elements may be used to sat
isfy this requirement:
ancl/or mechanical program, if
applicable.
c. Related work experience, includ
ing at least five years in instru
mentation/measurement and
control.
The CCST program is a two-foid cer
tification: (1) all applicants must meet the
requirements for the level of testing for
which he/ she applies and (2) pass the
examination. If proper documentation is
not provided then the applicant will not
be certified. In order to test again, the
applicant must reapply and resubmit the
application fee.
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Eligibility
Once an application is received, can
didates who are approved to take an
exam are eligible for two testing win
dows, during a fine (9) month time pe
riod. If you do not test during this time
period, you must re-apply to the pro
gram and submit a new application fee.
Examinations
A second comprehensive job analysis
was conducted in 2001 to account for the
work performed by CSTs. The job analy
sis identified performance domains that
were subsequently validated in a nation
wide survey for each of the three leveis.
Leve! 1 and Leve! III Exams
The Level 1 and III exams are closed
book exams of 175 multiple choice ques
tions each; candidates are allowed four
hours for completion.
Level II Exam
The Level II exam is a closed book
exam consisting of eight written prob
lems that test the candidates ability to
apply the knowledge and skills required
for each domain in simulated practical
situations. The exam assesses the caridi
dates ability to make decisions, trouble
shoot, and make professional judgements
in situations too complex or critical to
test in a hands-on, practical examination;
candidates are allowed four hours for
completion.
Domains
The foliowing table indicates the per
centage of questions appearing on the
exams as they relate to each domain. The
percentage of questions per domain is
based on each domains relative impor
tance and criticality in terms of what
CSTs are expected to know while per
forming their jobs.
Domain
# of Questions
Level 1 Level II Level III
1 Calibration 31% 22% 19%
2 LoopChecking 21% 14% 13%
3 Troubleshooting 32% 22% 21%
4 StartUp
16% 12% 11%
5 Maintenance/Repair NA 20% 20%
6 Project Organization NA 10% 8%
7 Administration NA NA 8%
Taking the Exam
For more information regarding the
CCST program, visit ISA online at
www.isa.org/ ccs, email [email protected], or
cali ISA at (919) 549-8411.
The examination is offered in an
electronic format, or in the
paper/pencil format for private
exam sites. ISA may administer the
CCST exam at special events and
these may be found on the ISA
Network. Ah candidates will have
four hours to complete the exam.
Electronic exams are available
during three testing windows as
shown in the table below. For details
on applying for electronic testing go
to www.isa.org/examschedule.
Exam Testing Application
Windows
Postmark Deadlines
Window 2: Thursday,
1 JuIy - 31 August 15 May
Window 3:
Monday,
1 November 31 15 September
December
Window 1 2009: Thursday, 15
1 March 30 April January
If the number of examinees for a pri
vate exam site or a special administration
of CCST exams falis below the minimum
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CCST Study Guide Level
number pre-established for the session,
ISA reserves the right to cancel the ses
sion and reschedule the affected exami
nees as quickly as possible. If an exam
site must be cancelled because of a
weather condition or insurmountable
problems in regard to exam availability,
test room availability, or proctor avail
ability, ISA will contact the examinees as
quickly as possible and arrange a re
placement test date. Although rare, the
potential exists for a cancellation to occur
as late as the actual day of the exam.
Al! CCST exams are closed book.
No reference material of any kind may
be brought in the exam room.
Renewal
Renewal is required every three
years. Renewal applicants must pay the
renewal fee and submit a Renewal Ap
plication defining the Professional De
velopment Points (PDPs) earned in the
three year renewal period. 90 PDPs are
required for renewal.
Once a candidate is certified, the Re
newal Policies and Personal Log will be
mailed with the CCST certificate and
wallet card.
How Do Renew?
If you renew on or before your certifi
cation expiration date, simply complete
the Renewal Application and document
90 PDPs by:
Documenting 3 years of work experi
ence during the renewal period,
OR
Documenting a combination of work
experience and continuing education,
OR
Registering for an examination.
Send your completed Renewal Appli
cation and $195 fee to ISA 60 days before
your expiration date to keep your CCST
active. If you renew after your certifica
tion expiration date but within the four
rnonth grace period, 120 PDPs will be re
quired.
Disability
Applicants with disabilities as de
fined in Titie III of the Americans With
Disabilities Act who could be placed at a
disadvantage when taking the CCST
exam must advise ISA in writing of their
needs by including a letter and necessary
documentation, as appropriate, with the
application material by the exam dead
une stated on the exam schedule. ISA
will contact the applicant to make the
necessary arrangements before the exam
date if the request is approved.
Fees
The application fee to test at Level lis
$295.
The application fee to retest at Level 1
after failing the Level 1 exam is $170.
The application fee for renewal by
points is $195, and by exam is $295.
An applicant who wishes to retest
must submit a Retest Form and test with
in their fine (9) month eligibility period
to pay only the retest fee and avoid pay
ing the entire application fee. An indi
vidual may only retest two times within
the rilne (9) month eligibility period. You
must allow thirty (30) days between ex-
am dates.
If you need to reschedule your elec
tronic exam or private site exam, please
refer to the CCST Program Handbook
found at www.isa.org/CCST for details
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on the reschedule fees. If you reschedule
your exam with proper advance notice
you will not incur reschedule fees. You
may only reschedule one time, and the
rescheduled exam date you choose must
be within your nine (9) month eligibility
period.
Fees are due in advance and ARE
NOT REFUNDABLE. It is the responsi
bility of the applicant to thoroughly
review the requirements for any exami
nation and apply for the examination at
the level at which he/she is qualified. No
refunds will be made for applicants who
do not show for testing on the scheduled
exam date.
If a CCST misplaces or needs dupli
cate copies of the CCST certificate or wal
let card, send a written request to ISA
with payment of $15.00 per reprint of the
certificate or wallet card ($30.00 for both).
Make checks payable to ISA. ISA does
not issue receipts for payment of exam
fees. Your canceled check is your proof of
payment.
The application fees are subject to
change. Examination fees may be tax de
ductible on your individual federal in
come tax return if your certification is to
maintain or improve your professional
skills. Payments for examination fees are
not deductible as charitable contribu
tions.
Completing the Application
Candidates must complete ah sec
tions of the application.
Section 1.
Provide complete contact information
as requested. IfISA has a different mail
ing address on file for you, it will be
changed to this Preferred Mailing Ad
dress. Ah ISA related materials will be
mailed to this address unless you specify
otherwise. Indicate if you suffer from a
disability or religious obligation that
would require an accommodation to test
administration. Provide a fuli explana
tion of the acconimodation you request.
Section 2.
Indicate the industry in which you
currently work.
Section 3.
Indicate the level at which you are
applying to sit for an examination. Please
review the requirements for each level of
examination. It is solely the responsibil
ity of the applicant to request an exam at
a level which he/ she is qualified accord
ing to the experience and education re
quirements specified for that level.
Applicants must provide proper verifica
tion for the level for which they apply.
Applicants without required documenta
tion will be notified to submit the neces
sary verification. If the applicant does
not respond within six (6) months, the
application will be considered aban
doned. Applicant will have to submit a
new apphication and the fee again.
Section 4.
Complete a record of employment
that fully covers the experience require
ment for the level at which you are ap
plying to sit for an examination. Section 4
must be completed in addition to any
other documentation submitted to verify
employment.
Sedion 5.
Complete a record of education and
training that fully covers the education
requirement for the level at which you
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are applying to sit for an exam. Official
transcripts must be submitted as docu
mentation to verify educational degrees.
Certificates do not serve as verification of
an apprenticeship or training. This ex
perience must be verified by signed
documentation.
Section 6.
Verification of Employment forms
must be completed and signed for ah
work experience claimed as qualification
for examination. Ah documentation must
be provided in English. Faxed verifica
tion is not accepted. The original signa
ture must be provided on this form.
Section 7.
Read carefully and sign the compli
ance agreement.
Section 8.
Ah applications must be accompanied
by fuhi payment of the required fees. No
exceptions will be granted. Purchase or
ders are not accepted.
Section 9.
Mail application and fee to ISA. In
complete or incorrectly completed appli
cations may be returned to an applicant.
It is the responsibility of the CCST apphi
cant to promptly notify ISA in writing of
any changes in his/her name or address.
Notification for admission to the exami
nation, test results, and renewal of certi
fication depends on accurate
information.
Submitting the Application
Once an application is submitted to
ISA, the applicant must test within nine
(9) months of the postmarked date. Ah
examination materials must be sent to
one of the following addresses:
1. If mailing check payment and/ or
mailing by regular postal delivery:
ISA
CCST Program
P.O. Box 3561
Durham, NC 27702
2. If mailing credit card payment
and/or mailing by overnight service:
ISA
CCST Program
67 Alexander Drive
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
(919) 549-8411
Materials sent to any other address
will be returned. Fax, photocopied, and
e-mail applications, or applications
completed in pencil, are not accepted.
Certification Status
Each applicant will receive an eligibil
ity letter for electronic candidates or con
firmation letter for private/ special event
exam candidates. For private/special
event exams the confirmation letter wihl
also include the time and location of the
testing site.
Each applicant will be mailed notice
of his/her certification status within
thirty (30) days after the examination
date. Electronic exam candidates will re
ceive immediate results at the test center.
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Due Process Procedures
If an applicant feels he! she was wrongly denied certification, original or renewal,
from the CCST program, then he/she has the right to appeal.
1. Appeals
A. Alt appeals shall be in writing.
1. The notice of appeal must be delivered to the Certification Board, addressed
to the attention of the ISA Executive Director, by the close of business on the
2lst day after the date of the notice of denied certification.
2. The appeal should include the date the notice of denied certification was re
ceived and must state the reasons the applicant believes the denied certifica
tion was in error.
3. The appeal should indicate whether or not the applicant requests a hearing.
a. If a hearing is requested, the applicant must explain why a hearing is
needed, identify the issues to be resolved at a hearing, list names of pro
spective witnesses, and identify documentation and other evidence to be
introduced at the hearing before the Board.
4. The Chair of the Certification Board will select a three-member panel of the
Board to become the Review Panel, one of whom shall be appointed Chair
and will be the final vote in the event of a tie during the ruling.
fi. Procedures
A. The Review Panel will review the appeal and any request for a hearing. The Re
view Panel will grant a hearing in connection with the appeal, if requested.
1. Hearing
a. The Chair of the Review Panel will determine the time and location of the
hearing within 90 days after determination that a hearing is warranted
and will notify the applicant within the first 21 days. The applicant will be
notified of the hearing time and location at least 20 days prior to the time
determined for the hearing.
a) The applicant may be represented by counsel or represent him/herself at
the hearing. The applicant may offer witnesses and documents and may
cross-examine any witness.
b) The Review Panel may consider any evidence it deems relevant without
regard to strict application of legal rules of evidence.
e) The applicant is urged to submit a written brief (four copies) 10 days prior
to the hearing to the Certification Board, addressed to the attention of the
ISA Executive Director, for distribution to the panel in support of his/her
position. However, written briefs are not required.
d) Deposition
i If the applicant or Review Panel desires to take a deposition prior to
the hearing of any voluntary witnesses who cannot attend the hearing,
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the deposition of a witness may be applied for in writing to the Chair
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tential witness that he or she wilI give a deposition for one party and a
statement to the effect that the witness cannot attend the hearing along
with the reason for such unavailability.
u The party seeking to take the deposition of a witness shall state in de-
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tau as to what the witness is expected to testify.
iii If the Chair of the Review Panel is satisfied that such deposition from a
possible witness will be relevant to the issue in question before the
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Panel, then the Chair will authorize the taking of the deposition. The
Chair will also designate a member of the Panel to be present at the
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iv The deposition may be taken orally or by video. Any refusal of the tak
ing of the deposition by the Chair shall be reviewed by the Panel at ihe
request of the applicant.
y The party requesting the deposition will pay for the cost connected
with taking the deposition.
B. The applicant will be notified of the result of the Review Panel within 30 days of
the meeting.
II. Final Review
A. If the Review Panel makes a decision adverse to the applicant, the applicant may
appeal to the fuil Certification Board for a final review by the close of business on
the 2lst day after the notice of decision is issued. Such appeal shall follow the
same procedures as the initial appeal to the extent possible with the Chair of the
Board serving as the Chair of the Final Review Panel. The Chair will once again
select a three-member panel, one of whom shall be himself, to become the Re
view Panel, and the final vote in the event of a tie during the ruling shall be his. 0
B. If the applicant does not petition the Board for review or request a hearing before
the Board regarding the recommendation of rejection of the application within
the time allowed by these rules, the original decision by the Review Panel shall
stand.
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The ISA Code of Ethics
Preamble
As engineers, scientists, educators,
technicians, sales representatives, and ex
ecutives in an important and learned pro
fession; and in order to safeguard public
welfare; and to establish and maintain a
high standard of integrity and practice;
and as members of ISA, we hoid to these
Articles:
Article
Members shall hoid paramount the
safety, health and welfare of the public in
the performance of their duties, and shall
notify their employer or client and such
other authority as may be appropriate
where such obligations are abused.
Members shall hoid in confidence
facts, data and information obtained in a
professional capacity, unless the release
thereof is authorized by their employer or
client, and shall not engage in fraudulent
or dishonest business or professional
practices.
Article II
Members shall perform services only
in areas in which they are qualified by
education or experience, and shall en
deavor to maintain their professional
skills at the state of the art. Members shall
practice their profession in a manner
which will uphold public appreciation of
the services they render.
Article III
Members shall issue public statements
only in an objective and truthful manner,
and shall include ah pertinent and rele
vant information in professional reports,
statements and testimony. Members shahl
be honest and realistic in making esti
mates or in stating claims based on avail
able data. Members shall offer honest
criticism of work, and shall properly
credit the contributions of others.
Article IV
Members shall act in professional mat
ters for each employer or client as faithful
agents or trustees, and shall not partici
pate in any business association, interest
or circumstances which influence, or ap
pear to influence, their judgment or the
quality of their services. Members shall
accept compensation, financial or other
wise, from only one party for services on
or pertaining to the same work, unless
otherwise agreed to by all parties; and
shall not give or accept, directly or mdi
rectly, any gift, payment or service of
more than nominal value to or from those
having business relationships with their
employers or clients.
Article V
Members shall use only proper solici
tation of employments, and shall repre
sent their abilities, qualifications,
education, tecimical associations and pro
fessional registrations without exaggera
tion and in accordance with the laws of
the locations in which they practice.
Article VI
Members shall pledge themselves to
uve and work according to the laws of
man and to the highest standards of pro
fessional conduct, using their knowledge
and skills to the benefit of all mankind.
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Resource Materials
The CCST program covers a broad
area of domains in the field of automation
and control. ISA has reference publica
tions and training services to assist those
preparing for certification and interested
in skill enhancement. Study Cuides are
available for each leve! of certification.
The Leve! 1 and III guides contain sample
questions and listings of training products
and courses related lo each of the per
formance domains. The Level II guide al
lows you to familiarize yourself with the
exam structure through a sample simula
tion problem.
ISA also offers training courses espe
cially designed to assist those preparing
for the CCST program. A list at the back
of this guide provides more details. Any
of these study products may be ordered
by calling ISA at (919) 549-8411, or log on
to the ISANetwork at www.isa.org.
The ISANetwork contains links to cer
tification information, ISAs publications
and training catalogs, and describes
membership benefits and explains how to
join ISA.
Why Should You Join ISA?
Founded in 1945, ISA (www.isa.org) is
a leading, global, nonprofit organization
that is setting the standard for automation
by helping over 30,000 worldwide mem
bers and other professionals solve diffi
cult technical problems, while enhancing
their leadership and personal career ca
pabilities. Based in Research Triangle
Park, North Carolina, ISA develops stan
dards; certifies industry professionals;
provides education and training; pub
lishes books and technical articles; and
hosts the largest conference and exhibi
tion for automation professionals in the
Western Hemisphere.
Here are sorne of the benefits you en
joy as an ISA Member:
1. Stay current within your field by read
ing your free InTech magazine every
month.
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PERFORMANCE DOMAIN 1
CALIBRATION
Task 1 Obtain ah documents needed for device calibration in order to proceed
with calibration.
Task 2 Identify the correct device to be calibrated through documentation and
instrument identification systems in order to ensure proper calibration.
Task 3 Select the correct test equipment through documentation and visual
inspection as identified by site calibration procedures in order to cor
rectly calibrate the device.
Task 4 Connect the test equipment to the device as required by manufacturer
specifications and site procedures in order to properly and safely cali
brate the device.
Task 5
Apply input values to the device as specified on instrument data sheet
in order to simulate process parameters.
Task 6 Record as found readings on calibration sheets in order to provide a
history of the device.
Task 7
Compare as found readings with the required values as specified by
the instrument data sheet in order to identify if the device needs to be
adjusted according to allowable tolerances.
Task 8 Make adjustments to the device, if necessary, through site calibration
procedures in order to ensure accuracy.
Task 9 Complete ah documentation as required in order to update ah cahibra
tion records.
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B. 164
C. 178
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3. Which of the following wilI have the highest pressure difference between the
surface and 6 in. below the surface?
A. a 12 in. vertical straw filled with water
B. a 10 ft diameter open tank filled with water
C. a 5 ft diameter vertical pipe filled with water
D. none of the aboye, because the pressure difference in each is the same
4. If a cubic foot of water weighs 62.4 pounds in a 1 ft. cube, it exerts a pressure
of how many pounds per square inch (psi) on the bottom of the container?
A. 0.036
B. 2.308
C. 0.433
D. 14.7
Hydrostatic head is another way of expressing:
A. gallons.
B. pressure.
C. length.
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A. mass, length, and time.
B. density, viscosity, and specific gravity.
C. flow, volume, and temperature.
D. pressure, density, and specific gravity.
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7. Gallons per minute is a unit of measurement for:
A. level.
B. flow.
C. pressure.
D. temperature.
8. Dividing the density of the process fluid by the density of
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mensionless number called specific gravity.
A. mercury or mercury vapors
B. oil or natural gas
C. water or air
D. any known liquid or gas
9. As the speed (velocity) of a fluid increases through a restriction, the fluid
pressure:
A. increases.
B. decreases.
C. remains unchanged.
D. first increases then decreases.
10. What Celsius temperature reading is within an oven temperature of 215 to
220F?
A. 103
B. 110
C. 329
D. 338
11. The difference between the indication of the instrument and the actual value
of the measured variable is:
A. the controlled variable.
B. called set point.
C. an error in the measuring instrument.
D. discarded.
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12. Hydrostatic head, weight, radioactive properties, density, and sonic detectors
are ah used in what methods of level measurement?
A. point
B. pressure
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D. direct
13. Differential pressure transmitters measure level by inference from:
A. capacitance.
B. conductivity.
C. hydrostatic head.
D. thermal energy.
14. Thermal elements infer level by measuring:
A. temperature.
B. capacitance.
C. thermal conductivity.
D. displacement.
15. Ah of the following types of level instruments can be used to detect the loca
tion of liquid surfaces except:
A. capacitance.
B. float.
C. hydrostatic head.
D. ultrasonic.
16. The temperature range of a transmitter is 100-200F. The output signal range
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A. 6psig
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C. 11.25 psig
D. l2psig
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17. Seventy-five percent output on a 4-20 milliamp transmitter is:
A. 12 milliamps.
B. 15 milliamps.
C. 16 milliamps.
D. 20 milliamps.
18. What is the designation used for a transducer that converts current to volt
age?
A. E/I
B. I/P
C.
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D. 1/E
19. An instrument gives the same indication each time it measures a variable un
der identical conditions. This defines:
A. static accuracy.
B. dynamic accuracy.
C. sensitivity.
D. repeatability.
20. The range of values over which an input signal to a transmitter may be
changed upon reversal of direction with no observable change in output is
called:
A. instrument accuracy.
B. reverse precision.
C. zero point.
D. deadband.
21. The steady-state gairi of a standard 4-20 mA electronic hydrostatic head level
transmitier with a measurement range of 50-250 inches of water is:
A. 0.08 mA/inch of water.
B. 0.10 niA/inch of water.
C. 16 niA/200 inches of water.
D. 20 mA/250 inches of water.
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3-15 psig. What would be the expected output signal for an input temperature
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C. 11.25 psig
D. 12 psig
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wire is always the
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lead.
A. positive
B. negative
C. neutral
D. ground
24. A measurement instrument error is the difference between the actual value of
the measured variable and:
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B. the calibration standard.
C. input and output signais.
D. the indication of the instrument.
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must precisely adjust ah of the following EXCEPT:
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A. supply pressure.
B. input.
C. span.
D. zero.
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A. rectifier.
B. ratio station.
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C. differential amplifier.
D. comparator.
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27. A test instrument that displays a waveform is a(n):
A. function generator.
B. arnmeter.
C. multimeter.
D. oscilloscope.
28. If an open tube manometer indicates 6.11 in. of HG, what is the pressure
rneasurement?
A. 2psi
B. 3psia
C. 17.89psig
D. 3 psig
29. Which of the following could be used to calibrate a pressure gage O to 800
PSI?
A. dead weight tester
B. a mercury manometer
C. the plant instrument air supply
D. multi-meter
30. 2 psi is equal to inches of water.
A.1
B. 27.7
C. 14.7
D. 55.4
31. Which of the following is usually adjusted first when calibrating an electronic
pressure transmitter?
A. linearity
B. span
C. zero
D. range
32. The calibration plot (Fig. 1-1, page 21) shows that the transmitter does need
recalibration to correct for:
A. a zero error.
B. a span error.
C. both a zero and span error.
D. a linearity error.
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B. a span error
C. both a zero and span error
D. a linearity error
34. This electronic DP celi (Fig. 1-3, page 22) requires calibration to correct for
the:
A. zero error.
B. span error.
C. zero, span and linearity errors.
D. zero and span errors.
35. This pneumatic Jevel transmitter (Fig. 1-4, page 22) has:
A. hysteresis.
B. a zero error.
C. a span error.
D. zero, span and linearity errors.
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is a relative measure of the time delay between two events, states or,
actions.
A. Backlash
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37. This function symbol from ISA-5.1-1984 (R1992) -- Instrun2ent Symbois and
Identification indicates a
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in a primary location, normally accessible to
the operator.
A. discrete instruments
B. shared display, shared control
C. programmable logic controller
D. a computer function
38. Which of the following symbois from ISA-5.1--1984 (R1992) -- Instrument Syrn
hois and Identification is used to indicate shared display, shared control in a
primary location normally accessible to the operator?
B.
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(R1992) -- Instrument Symbois and Identification identifies a(an):
A. Orifice plate.
B. venturi tube.
C. vortex sensor.
D. flow nozzle.
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The Reynolds No. determines:
A. the venturi effect.
B. the coriolis acceleration.
C. the fluid viscosity.
D. if the flow is laminar or turbulent.
41. The flow rate in gallons per minute of water with a specific gravity of 1 pro-
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valve is a definition of:
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B. DF.
C. O.
D. SG.
42. One significant advantage of an electromechanical actuator is:
A. low cost compared to pneumatic actuators.
B. easily made fail safe (open or closed).
C. normally, very Iow maintenance requirements.
D. it does not require clean, dry instrument air.
43. A displacer has a diameter of 4 in. and a Iength of 30 inches. If it is submerged
to a depth of 20 in. in a liquid with a specific gravity of 0.8, how many pounds
of upward buoyancy force will be exerted on the displacer? (round alI digits
to the hundredths place)
A. 9.07
B. 7.238
C. 35.5
D. 426.3
44. A plant has a 30 ft high water tank mounted on top of a 70 ft platform. What
is the water level in the tank, measured in feet, if a pressure gage on the first
floor, height 5 ft, reads 40 psi?
A. 22.3
B. 27.3
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45. A 0-30 psig gage is being calibrated. Starting at O psi, the technician applies a
pressure of 15 psi. The gage reads 14.9 psi. Then the technician applies 30 psi.
When the pressure is reduced to 15 psi, the reading is 15.2 psig. What type of
error might these readings indicate?
A. hysteresis error
B. span error
C. zero shift error
D. linearity error
46. If the range of a 3-15 psi pneumatic transmitter is 50-350C, what is the output
signal value, in psi, at 198C?
A. 5.7
B. 7.2
C. 8.9
D. 12.6
47. Memory is normally organized in bit words called:
A. bytes
B. instructions
C. nibblers
D. registers
48. In a test of the accuracy of a pneumatic comparator with a pressure gage,
pressure readings of the test gage and the gage being tested are compared at
a number of test points. Test point readings are made:
A. orily as the pressure is slowly increased.
B. only as the pressure is slowly decreased.
C. in no particular sequence.
D. as the pressure is increased and as the pressure is decreased.
49. A properly calibrated pressure transmitter connected to a 20-ft tau tank with
a water level of 15 ft would iridicate a pressure of approximately:
A. l9psig.
B. lopsig.
C. 180 inches of water.
D. 150 inches of water.
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50. The span, in inches of water, of a differential pressure transmitter used to
measure the ful! level of a tank that is 5-ft, 6-in. high and contains a process
material with a specific gravity of 0.9 should be:
A. 73.3.
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D. 5.6.
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51. Closing high and low pressure tap block valves, venting the low side to at
mosphere and connecting and applying a known calibration pressure to the
high side is done to check:
A. the condition of the block valves.
B. tubing for leaks.
C. zero and span of a dP celi.
D. noneoftheabove
52. An oscilloscope waveform spans 5.5 vertical divisions. The vertical gain con-
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trol is set at 2 volts/division. The approximate peak-to-peak voltage of the
signal represented on the oscilloscope is:
A. 33volts.
B. 22volts.
C. 11 volts.
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53. When checking the calibration of an instrument, the first information you
should record should be:
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B. original zero.
C. calibration data before adjustrnent.
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54. What is the value of a resistor that is color coded, gray - black - orange - sil-
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A. 5lKohms+or-10%
B. 80Kohms+or-10%
C. 5lohms+or-10%
D. 803 ohms+or-10%
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55. The time constant (first order lag) in a transmission system is the time neces
sary (after dead time) following an upset for the response curve to reach
__________
of its final value.
A. 100%
B. 63.2%
C. 50%
D. 37.8%
56. Load celis and strain gages measure the amount of material in a tank by
measuring:
A. thermal conductivity.
B. hydrostatic head.
C. ultrasonic frequency.
D. weight.
57.
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is generally accepted as an eight-bit segment of a computer word.
A. Bus
B. Bit
C. Byte
D. Base
58. Which of the following is the most temporary form of information storage?
A. magnetic tape
B. EEPROM
C. hard disk
D. RAM
59. A hexidecimal value of OD converts to binary.
A. 00101101
B. 00011001
c. 00010001
D. 00001101
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LOOP CHECKING
Task 1 Obtain documents pertaining to the process loop in order to under
stand ah devices and their intended functions.
Task 2 Inspect the loop components through visual observation in order to
ensure that the components are correctly installed.
Task 3 Verify that appropriate utilities are available and operational through
visual inspection in order to perform the loop check.
Task 4 Isolate the process loop from the systern by following established site
procedures in order to perform the loop check in a safe manrier. O

Task 5 Simulate a change in the measured variable in order to verify proper
loop performance.
Task 6 Make necessary corrections in order to bring loop performance within
specifications.
Task 7 Complete ah documentation as required in order to update ah ioop re-
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A typical process control loop component would be which of the following?
A. sensor
B. controller
C. final control device
D. alT of the aboye
2. A diamond on an instrumentation diagram endoses information about:
A. calibration.
B. thesetpoint.
C. controller action.
D. the power source.
3. Central connection points for signal unes are called:
A. instrument ports.
B. junction boxes.
C. input/output jllnctions.
D. field ports.
4. In a pneumatic loop diagram, tube and bundie numbers:
A. appear in rectangles.
B. are written on or near the signal lime.
C. appear in the notes section.
D. are connected with a curved arrow to the signal une.
5. In an electronic loop diagram, junction box connections are represented by:
A. circies.
B. diamonds.
C. ellipses.
D. squares.
6. Qn an instrumentation diagram, the loop identification:
A. consists of two, three, or four letters.
B. is the same for ah instruments in a specific loop.
C. identifies the measured or initiating variable.
D. appears in the upper portion of the instrument balloon.
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gram by:
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B. fine solid unes.
C. boid broken unes.
D. fine broken unes.
8. The thermostat for a central air conditioning system is set at 68F. This value
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A. manipulated variable.
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C. set point.
D. controlled variable.
9. The statement; Thermocouple extension wires must have the same thermo
electric properties as the thermocouple that they are used with, is:
A. true, if the extension wires are submerged in the process fluid.
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B. true in ah installations.
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C. false. Extension wires must be made from either copper or brass.
D. false. The type of extension wire makes no difference.

10. To convert the output from a thermocouple to a standard 4 to 20 mA instru
ment signal, a(n)
_______
with coid junction compensation would be used.
A. I/PTransducer
B. P71 Transducer
C. D/A Converter
D. mV/I Transducer
11. Iron constantan thermocouples are designated by the letter:
A.T.
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12. To change the 4 to 20 mA analog signal from a transmitter to the signal re
quired by a digital controller, a(an)
_______
must be a part of the instrument
signal loop.
A. I/PTransducer
B. Signal Conditioner
C. D/P Transmitter
D. A/D Converter
13. A device that changes a voltage signal to a current signal is normally referred
to as a(an):
A. P/I Transducer.
B. E/ITransducer.
C. D/P Transmitter.
D. V/C Converter.
14. A pneumatic control valve, without a positioner, is the final control element
in a instrument loop. The transmitter and controller are both electronic. In
order for this control system to operate, a(an)
___________
must be installed in
the instrument signal line between the controller and the control valve.
A. I/PTransducer
B. MV/I Transducer
C. D/A Converter
D. P/ITransducer
15. The transmission signais considered standard for most instrument systems
are:
A. 4to 20 psiand3to 15 mA.
B. O to 24 volts and O to 20 psig.
C. 3 to 15 psig and 4 to 20 mA.
D. O to 20 mA and O to 15 psig.
16. A process is
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if heat is produced by a reaction.
A. endothermic
B. continuous
C. intermittent
D. exothermic
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if heat input is required to produce a reaction.
A. endothermic
B. continuous
C. intermittent
D. exothermic
18. In most process control systems the final control element is a:
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A. transmitter.
B. sensor.
C. controller.
D. valve.
19. A control valve with a direct acting actuator and is air to close will:
A. fail closed.
B. maintain position.
C. fail open.
D. fail indeterminate.
20. A pneumatic valve actuator that operates over an instrument signal range of
9-15 psi is referred to as:
A. split range.
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21. One significant advantage of single loop/stand alone digital controllers is:
A. flexibility of configuration.
B. 4 to 20 mA input and output capability.
C. internal I/P and P/I transducers.
D. imrnunity to electrical surges and lightning strikes.
22. Hydrostatic head level can NOT be measured with a:
A. dP ceil.
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C. dippipe.
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23. RTD is short for:
A. Reactive Tuning Deviation.
B. Resistance Temperature Detector.
C. Resistance Tone Dampening.
D. Resonant Temperature Device.
24. What is a device that changes a voltage signal to a current signal?
A. P/ITransducer
B. E/ITransducer
C. D/P Transmitter
D. V/C Converter
25. While increasing the pressure during a performance test, if you overshoot the
specified test point by a small margin, you should:
A. take the reading at the pressure you have reached.
B. reduce pressure gradually to the test point value.
C. reduce pressure to zero and start again.
D. reduce pressure to below the test point and increase it again until the test
point is reached.
26. The relationship between thermocouples and thermopiles is:
A. thermocouples consist of two or more thermopiles.
B. thermopiles consist of two or more thermocouples.
C. thermocouples only measure heat conductivity.
D. thermopile is another name for thermocouple.
27. This function symbol from ISA-5.1-1984 (R1992) -- Instrurnent Symbois and
Identification indicates a field mounted:
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B. computer function.
C. shared display, shared control.
D. discrete instrument.
28. Which of the following symbois from ISA-5.1-1984 (R1992) -- Instrument Syrn
bois and Identification is used to indicate a pressure balanced diaphragm actua
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A. shared flow computer with high/low alarms.
B. shared display indicating level controller.
C. discrete flow controller, field mounted.
D. pneumatic shared indicating controller.
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B. single element feedwater control.
C. two element feedwater control.
D. three element feedwater control.
A. sets LIC-1 setpoint.
B. controis purge gas flow.
C. controis gas pressure.
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33. Which of the following types of actuators responds to a pneumatic signal?
A. solenoid
B. motor
C. diaphragm
D. electromagnetic valve
34. Changing the point of origin for input data, and the output signal destination
is easy with a Distributed Control System because many changes can be im
plemented by:
A. relocating wire jumpers in a junction box.
B. changing the pneumatic tubing connections.
C. reassigning inputs/outputs by changing loop configuration.
D. installing new transmitters and final control elements.
A. is a pneumatic loop.
B. is not corinected to the level transmitter, LT-1.
C. does not have square root extraction.
D. is dependent on the level in D-1.
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Task 1 Examine ah pertinent documentation in order to identify the proper
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against which to evaluate the problem.
Task 2 Identify any discrepancies between observed and proper operation of
the control system in order to determine whether a problem exists.
Task 3 Determine which device or devices of the control system could be
causing the observed discrepancies in order to formulate a plan of cor-
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Task 4 Isolate each suspected device frorn the control system by following es
tablished site procedures in order to perform troubleshooting in a safe
manner.
Task 5 Exercise each device across calibrated range in order lo determine a
proper operation.
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What is a thermowell?
A. protective tube
B. type of manometer
C. expandable bulb
D. reservoir
2. The body of a valve may contain packing material that prevents leakage:
A. along the valve stem.
B. between the seat and the disk.
C. between the bonnet and the body.
D. between the inlet and outlet ports of the valve.
3. Which type of flowmeter does a rotor mounted axially within a pipe between
a set of bearings describe?
A. magnetic
B. turbine
C. water meter
D. venturi tube
4. Which type of flowmeter measures flow by measuring volume directly?
A. coriolis
B. magnetic
C. positive displacement
D. differential pressure
5. What occurs if the temperature of the thermocouple measuring junction is
lower than the reference junction?
A. There is no emf output.
B. The output voltage polarity is reversed.
C. The polarity stays the same but voltage increases.
D. The emf remains the same when temperature changes.
6. A ground loop on shielded cable can be avoided by:
A. attaching a safety ground to the instrument casing.
B. grounding the shield at only one end of the circuit.
C. attaching a safety ground to the control panel.
D. grounding the shield at both ends of the cable.
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7. A meter reading of 1 ohm between an ungrounded signal lead and the earth
ground indicates a problem of:
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A. a lead having an unwanted conrection to ground.
B. an open circuit from the lead to ground.
C. an open circuit from the lead to the casing.
D. noneoftheabove
8. What kind of wires in a process control ioop would most likely be shielded
cables?
A. power wires
B. ground wires
C. signal wires
D. control wires
9. A device used to change an analog signal to a digital signal is most often
called a:
A. transducer.
B. signal conditioner.
C. transmitter.
D. converter.
10. A breadboarding area is:
A. a data routing circuit.
B. used to design or test electroriic circuits.
C. a code-converting circuit.
D. a temporary binary storage area.
11. A 4-20 mA electronic transmitter has an input range of 50-330 degrees F. If the C
output is 13.77 mA, what is the indicated temperature in degrees F?
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B.221
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12. If the range of a 3-15 psi pneumatic transmitter is 50-350 degrees F, what is
the output signal value, in psi, at 198 degrees F?
A. 5.7
B. 7.2
C. 8.9
D. 12.6
13. When the percentage of flow through a valve equals the percentage of plug
movement, a valve has:
A. linear flow characteristic.
B. equal percentage flow characteristic.
C. quick opening flow characteristic.
D. curved flow characteristic.
14. Which of the following parts of a globe valve serves the same purpose as the
disk in a butterfly valve?
A. seat
B. plug
C. packing rings
D. packing flange
15. The process of grinding the plug and seat of a valve is called:
A. characterizing.
B. linearizing.
C. lapping.
D. calibrating.
16. The dead band of an instrument is:
A. the band that prevents the instrument from being tampered with by unau
thorized persons.
B. the range of valves for which the instrument gives inaccurate readings.
C. the size of the instrument indicated by the divisions on the scale of the in
strument.
D. the range that an input signal may be changed on reversal of direction
without an observable change in the output.
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17. A continuity check should be made prior to hook-up of a field transmitter to
the control room so that the technician:
A. can assure that the transmitter is being hooked-up to the proper indica
tor/controller.
B. can make sure that the proper voltages are present.
C. can make sure that he continue hook-up on a particular transmitter.
D. knows that he may connect another transmitter to the loop circuit.
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18. Impulse unes are used with:
A. Pressure meters.
B. rnagnetic flowmeters.
C. positive displacement meters.
D. open charmel meters.
19. Which meter does not use an obstruction?
A. head meter
B. magnetic meter
C. open channel meter
D. turbine meter
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20. The Coriolis effect is associated with the:
A. head meter.
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B. mass flowmeter.
C. positive displacement meter. c
D. turbine meter.
21. A beveled orifice should form an angle of:
A. not less than 30 degrees to the axis of the pipe.
B. not more than 30 degrees to the axis of the pipe.
C. not less than 45 degrees to the axis of the pipe.
D. not more than 45 degrees to the axis of the pipe.
22. Which orifice plate is used to eliminate damrning of material at the top or bot
tomofthepipe?
A. concentric
B. round-edged
C. quadrant-edged
D. segmental
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23. The most common pressure tap is the:
A. comer.
B. flange.
C. pipe.
D. vena contracta.
24. One of the most important considerations of the installation of an electro
magnetic flowmeter is:
A. the Reynolds Number of the fluid.
B. the use of a straightening vane.
C. bonding the flowmeter to the piping.
D. observing the correct polarity.
25. Control valves which have a plug positioned by a stem which sudes through
a packing gland are often referred to as:
A. rotary motion control valves.
B. linear motion control valves.
C. bail control valves.
D. motorized control valves.
26. The control valve that produces an inherent equal percentage of increase, or
decrease, over the existing flow when the plug is repositioned has a (an)
__________
characteristic under constant pressure drop conditions.
A. modified parabolic
B. equal percentage
C. linear
D. quick opening
27. If a control valve will pass 25% of its fuli capacity when it is 25% open, 50% of
its capacity when 50% open, and 75% when 75% open, the inherent character
istic is:
A. quick opening.
B. equal percentage.
C. throttling.
D. linear.
28. If the pressure drop (delta P) across a valve increases, without a change in
valve position, the flow of fluid through the valve will normally:
A. decrease.
B. increase.
C. remain the same.
D. change direction.
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B. can only be actuated by hydraulic pressure aboye 100 psig.
C. cannot be made fail safe with out electric limit switches.
D. can be used if a long stroke or high actuator pressure is required.
30. An instrument calibration error is reported. Your analysis of the calibration
plot (Fig. 3-1) determines that
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and the instrument does, in fact, need
recalibration.
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31. Which of the following is not necessary when zeroing or calibrating a mag
netic flowmeter?
A. calibration factor for the flow tube assembly
B. flow tube fuil of process material
C. proper grounding
D. warrn-up period for the fluid in the systern
32. A dp celi is mounted 3 ft below the zero level in an open tank. For a true level
reading, the transrnitter output must be:
A. calibrated for elevated zero.
B. calibrated for span.
C. calibrated for true zero.
D. calibrated for suppressed zero.
33. The standard range for pneumatically transmitted signais is:
A. 3-15 psig.
B. 5-20 psig.
C. 1-10 psig.
D. 4-02 psig.
34. Approximately what is the pressure, in psi, at the bottom of a 20 ft tank filled
to 100% of capacity with a fluid that has a specific gravity of 1.5?
A. 8.7
B. 12.99
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35. A process variable which is to be maintained at sorne desired value (tempera
ture, pressure, level, flow), by means of manipulating another process vari
able, is the:
A. rnanipulated variable.
B. measured variable.
C. controlled variable.
D. disturbance variable.
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30 ft. high. What is the level of water in the tank if a differential pressure
transmitter mounted on the bottom of the tank reads 277 inches of water?
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B. l7feet
C. 23 feet
D. 30feet
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has a specific gravity of 1.75 will be:
A. 11.428 psi.
B. 15.15 psi.
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D. 35 psi.
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38. Pneumatic actuators:
A. carinot be used in hazardous or high humidity atmospheres.
B. can be made fail safe.
C. do not have sufficient speed or power for most applications.
D. are too complicated and unreliable for many applications.
39. A hollow, metal cylinder which guides the movement of the plug and holds
the seat ring in place is found in a:
A. seat.
B. butterfly valve.
C. cagevalve.
D. bali.
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40. Per ISA-5.1-1984 (R1992) -- Instrument Synibois and identification , this is a (an)
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Instrument Line Symbol.
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D. Sonic
41. The une symbol from ISA-5.1-1984 (R1992) -- Instrument Symbois and Identifica
tion
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identifies a(an):
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A. mechanical link.
B. electrical signal.
C. pneumatic signal.
D. hydraulic signal.
42. In this drawing, FY - 902 is a(an)
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A. analysis
B. multiplication
C. square root
D. summing
43. The term valve trim refers to the:
A. pneumatic actuator.
B. stem, plug, and seat ring.
C. orientation in a process installation.
D. body style and material of construction.
function.
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44. In a bubbler level measuring system with the open end of the purge pipe at
the bottom of the tank, the air pressure in the pipe is
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the pressure ex
erted by the liquid at the bottom of the tank.
A. lessthan
B. equalto
C. twice
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45. As the temperature rises in a closed vessel, the pressure:
A. increases.
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B. decreases.
C. stays the same.
D. increases then decreases.
46. When a dip pipe (bubbler) system is used for tank level rneasurement, the dip
pipe is connected to:
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A. an unregulated gas supply.
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B. the low side of the dP ceil.
C. the high side of the dP celi.
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D. the dP ceil output signal une,
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47. The temperature of the product in a storage tank increases. What device will
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still give an accurate signal indicating the true mass in the tank?
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A. load ceIl
B. dPcell
C. thermal element
D. float
48. In which of the following does increasing signal pressure cause the actuator
stem to retract and close a valve?
A. direct action, air-to-close
B. direct action, air-to-open
C. reverse action, air-to-close
D. reverse action, air-to-open
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49. A field mounted pressure device that changes a process variable measure
ment into a signal that can be used by a receiving instrument located in a con
trol room is usually called a:
A. D/P transducer.
B. Signal Conditioner.
C. D/P transmitter.
D. Signal Converter.
50. The pressure taps in a standard set of orifice flanges are located
_____
up
strearn from the leading edge of the orifice, and
_____
downstreamfrom the
trailing edge of the orifice plate.
A. 8 inches, 5 inches
B. 5 inches, 8 inches
C. 30 inches, 10 inches
D. 1 inch, 1 inch
51. A bench test of a spring and diaphragm actuator with a positioner shows that
fuil stem travel is not obtained even when fuli supply pressure is available to
the positioner. Which of the following conditions is the most likely cause of
the problem?
A. The actuator diaphragrn area is too large.
B. The stem is too thick.
C. A stem travel stop is out of adjustment.
D. The spring is too weak.
52. The oil within the variable capacitor of a capacitance-type differential pres
sure transmitter is separated from the process by:
A. a sensing diaphragm.
B. capacitor plates.
C. isolating diaphragms.
D. bellows.
53. The leakage of a metal-seated valve may be reduced by a process called:
A. lapping.
B. calibrating.
C. linearizing.
D. characterizing.
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54. The results of an orifice plate installed with the bevel on the wrong side is:
A. damage to the plate.
B. erratic meter readings.
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D. low meter readings.
55. When selecting calibration equipment, a CST must verify that the:
A. calibration equipment is more accurate than the device to be calibrated.
B. device to be calibrated is more accurate than the test equipment.
C. controller positioning the control valve is accurate.
D. process is diverted from the device to be calibrated.
56. The output signal from a digital control system can NOT be in response to
input.
A. one
B. more than one
C. less than one
D. an analog
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PERFORMANCE
DOMAIN 4
START-UP
Task 1 Examine ah pertinent documentation in order to verify completion of
ah control systems that are required for start-up.
Task 2 Implement applicable safety practices to be followed in order to ensure
that ah personnel are informed of the possible hazards during start-up.
Task 3 Coordinate activities with ah personnel involved in order to ensure
that ah personnel are aware of their responsibihities during start-up.
Task 4 Implement start-up according to site procedures in order to ensure
that the system is operating properly.
Task 5 Assist site personnel to identify and correct problems that arise during
start-up in order to commission the system.
Task 6 Complete ah documentation as required in order to update ah records.
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variable is the part of a process which is adjusted to close the gap
between the set point and the value of the controlled variable.
A. manipulated
B. measured
C. controlled
D. disturbance
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grammed to determine the desired value of the controlled variable is called
the:
A. measurement signal.
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D. output signal.
...., 3. An undesired change in a variable which tends to adversely affect the value
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of a controlled variable, is normally called a (an):
A. process lag.
B. measurement error.
C. disturbance.
D. error signal.
4. In a home heating system, the room temperature is the:
:
A. manipulated variable.
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B. setpoint.
D. disturbance variable.
5.
The integral action which is part of a PID algorithm is often called:
A. rate.
B. reset.
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C. gain.
D. insert.
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6. In instrumentation, the term loop usually defines:
A. a circie in the instrument signal unes to help minimize effects of vibration.
B. a circle in the instrument piping to reduce water hammer.
C. a combination of two or more inter-connected instruments.
D. an internal RC filtering circuit to reduce electrical noise.
7. The term primary elernent usually refers to:
A. PID control action.
B. pneumatic control valves.
C. transmitters and transducers.
D. detectors or sensors.
8. Most pneumatic controllers:
A. produce a 6 to 30 psig output.
B. have sorne type of baffle nozzle.
C. are PID controllers.
D. can accept a 4 to 20 mA input.
9. A pneumatic controllers output is a function of the spacing between a baffle
and a nozzle. A change in the baffle nozzle relationship produces an increase
or decrease in back pressure that is sensed by the relay. This baffle/nozzle re
lationship is determined by the:
A. relay.
B. output signal.
C. input signal.
D. supply air signal.
10. Dew point in an instrument air supply system is usually measured:
A. after the air leaves the separator.
B. after the air leaves the dryer.
C. before the air enters the dryer.
D. before the air enters the receiver.
11. An analog multi-meter may be used to measure:
A. frequency.
B. cycles.
C. voltage.
D. pressure.
Domain 4 Start-Up
it 12. The time it takes for an instrument to produce a change in output in response
to a change in input is called:
A. reaction time.
B. dead time.
C. lead time.
D. deviation time.
13. As the temperature of a liquid increases, its density:
A. increases.
B. doubles.
C. remains the same.
D. decreases.
14. The level measurement installation (Fig. 4-1) infers level by measuring:
A. variable capacitance.
B. hydrostatic head.
C. positive displacement.
D. thermal conductivity.
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15. In a two stage phenomenon of liquid flow, the first stage is the formation of
voids or cavities within the liquid system. The second stage is the collapse or
implosion of these cavities back into an ali-liquid state called:
A. cavitation.
B. corrosion.
C. erosion.
D. flashing.
16. The most important function in safety belongs to:
A. the safety professional.
B. the owner or president of the company.
C. supervisors.
D. OSHA.
17. A new feedback cam is required for a positioner. What specific documenta
tion is required to change cam A to cam B in the positioner?
A. Operation and maintenance manual
B. Instrument index and instruction book
C. Calibration procedures
D. Positioner standard
18. A representation of
flow is shown below.
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FLOW
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A. turbulent
B. laminar
C. erratic
D. transition
Domain 4- Start-Up
19. The pneumatic control valve in this storage tank pressure control system:
VENT
A. will fail open.
B. will fail locked.
C. will fail closed.
D. will never fail.
A. hard wired analog feedback control systems
B. pneumatic control systems
C. hard wired logic function (relay) systems
D. digital control systems
A. Ratio
B. Cascade
C. Feedforward
D. Feedback
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teractive control requirements with
________
than with other systems.
21.
______
control is often used when a specific blend of two different materials is
required.
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22. Which of the following requires no power source?
A. hydraulic load celi
B. bonded strain gage
C. hydrostatic head transmitter
D. rotating paddle
23. Limit switch cams are usually found in:
A. solenoid actuators.
B. diaphragm actuators.
C. piston actuators.
D. electric motor actuators.
24. Which of the following types of actuators offers high thrust as a result of be
ing able to use high air pressures?
A. rolling diaphragm
B. piston
C. spring and diaphragm
D. electromechanical
25. What is the purpose of internal cache memory in a computer system?
A. store, temporarily, the results of each calculation
B. retain program instructions until they are used
C. speed up the performance of a CD-ROM drive
D. provide back-up memory for RAM
26. In which register for a standard microprocessor is the result of arithmetical
and logical operations stored?
A. Accumulator
B. Address
C. General purpose
D. Processor status
27. Which of the following does NOT apply to asynchronous serial transmissiori?
A. Data characters can be sent with any length interval between them.
B. Characters are framed by stop and start bits.
C. Clocking and timing techniques are used for transmission.
D. Message coding provides coordinates data transfer.
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D
number of ones in the:
A. bits in the data word, including parity.
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B. bits in the data word, parity and the stop bit.
C. bits of the data word.
D. start bit and bits in the data word.
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Solutions to Questions
Domain 1/ Calibration:
1C, 2D, 3D, 4C, 5B, 6A, 7B, 8C, 9B, lOA, liC, 12C, 13C, 14A, 15C, 16B, 17C, 18D, 19D,
20D, 21A, 22D, 23B, 24D, 25A, 26A, 27D, 28D, 29A, 30D, 31C, 32A, 33C, 34C, 35D,
36B, 37C, 38A, 39A, 40D, 41A, 42D, 43B, 44B, 45A, 46C, 47A, 48D, 49C, 50B, 51C, 52C,
53C, 54B, 55B, 56D, 57C, 58D, 59D
Domain 2/ Loop Checking:
1D, 2B, 3B, 4B, 5D, 6B, 7B, 8C, 9B, IOD, liB, 12D, 13B, 14A, 15C, 16D, 17A, 18D, 19C,
20A, 21A, 22B, 23B, 24B, 25D, 26B, 27D, 28D, 29B, 30D, 31D, 32C, 33C, 34C
Domain 3/ Troubleshooting:
lA, 2A, 3B, 4C, 5B, 6B, 7A, 8C, 9D, 1OB, liB, 12C, 13A, 14B, 15C, 16D, 17A, 18A, 19B,
20B, 21C, 22D, 23B, 24C, 25B, 26B, 27D, 28B, 29D, 30B, 31D, 32D, 33A, 34B, 35C, 36C,
37B, 38B, 39C, 40A, 41C, 42C, 43B, 44B, 45A, 46C, 47A, 48C, 49C, 50D, 51C, 52C, 53A,
54D, 55A, 56C
Domain 4/ Start-Up:
lA, 2B, 3C, 4C, 5B, 6C, 7D, 8B, 9C, 1OB, liC, 12B, 13D, 14B, 15A, 16C, 17A, 18B, 19A,
20D, 21A, 22A, 23D, 24B, 25B, 26A, 27C, 28C
Solutions Lo Questions
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3 Troubleshooting
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Course
Certification
ISA certification provides an objective, third-party assessment and
confirmation of a persons skills, and gives them the opportunity to
stand out from the crowd and be recognized. ISA currently offers two
certification programs: Certified Automation
Professional (CAP)
and
Certified Control Systems
Technician (CCST).
International Society of Automation
67 Alexander Drive
RO. Box 12277
PHONE (919) 549-8411
FAX (919) 549-8288
E-MAIL [email protected]
www.isa.org
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Founded in 1945, ISA (www.isa.org) isa Ieading, global, nonprofit
organization that 5 setting the standard for automation by helping
over 30,000 worldwide members and other professionals solve diffi
cult technical problems, while enhancing their leadership and per
sonal career capabilities. Based in Research Triangle Park, North
Carolina, ISA develops standards; certifies ndustry professionals; pro-
vides education and training; publishes books and technical articles;
and hosts the largest conference and exhibition for automation pro
fessionals in the Western Hemisphere. ISA is the founding sponsor of
The Automation Federation (www.automationfederation.org).
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Certification
ISA certification provdes an oblective, third-party assessment and
confirmation of a personS skilts, and gves them the opportunity to
stand out from the crowd and be recognized. ISA c,re f.y offers two
certification programs: Certified Automation
Professional (CAP)
and
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Certified Control Systems
Technlcian
(CCST(R)).
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International Society of Automation
67 Alexander Drive
PO. Box 12277
PHONE (919) 549-8411
FAX (919) 549-8288
E-MAIL infoisa.org
www.isa.org
Founded in 1945, the International Society of Autoiiiatioc
wwwsa.org) is a leading, global, nonprofit organization that is set
ting the standard for automation by helping over 30,000 svorldwide
pher
and other protessionals solve difficult technical probems,
wh)e enhanang their leadership and personal career capabilities.
HasEi in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, ISA develops stan
ciards, certifies industry professionals; provides education and train
ing, publishes books and technical articles; and hosts the iaigra con
ference and exhibition for automation professionak in the Western
Hemisphere ISA is the founding sponsor uf The Automation
Federation (www.automationfederation
org)
ISBN 978-1-55617-5732

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