Introduction
Course Overview
The Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering is a work-integrated, distance learning programme designed for aspiring professionals and engineers in automation, control systems, and industrial instrumentation. This program provides a strong foundation in sensor technology, process control, measurement systems, and industrial automation, preparing graduates for career opportunities across all sectors.
Course Objectives
The programme seeks to impart the knowledge of instrumentation principles and their applications, while also developing skills in system design, calibration, and troubleshooting that would make participants ideal for pursuing careers related to the field of instrumentation and control.
The program aims to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills essential for professional success in the industry.
Course Outcomes
At the end of this training programme, course participants shall be able to:
· Demonstrate safe work practices on industrial equipment.
· Work and communicate effectively in a diverse team environment.
· Utilize test equipment to troubleshoot and analyze electrical, electronic, and instrumentation related circuits.
· Install, configure, calibrate, and troubleshoot pressure, temperature, level, flow, and analytical instrumentation
· Interpret schematics of electrical, electronic, and process control systems
· implement, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) programs and associated Human Machine Interface (HMI) applications for industrial processes.
· Utilize the fundamentals of networks and digital communications to troubleshoot and maintain distributed plant automation.
· Maintain electrical control systems
· Apply Entrepreneurial skills
Course Outline
1) Engineering Mathematics and Science
2) Computer Fundamentals and Programming
3) Workshop Technology
4) Principles of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
5) Instrumentation and Control Systems
6) Industrial Automation and Control
7) Electronics and Digital Systems
8) Sensors and Transducers
9) Microprocessors and PLC Programming
10) Data Acquisition and Signal Processing
11) Process Control and Instrumentation
12) Industrial Safety and Maintenance
13) Industrial Management and Organisation.
Participants' Profile/Target Group
This diploma is designed for individuals looking to enhance their careers in instrumentation, control, and automation engineering