This course introduces the basics of control valves to technicians new to the natural gas industry.
Course Prerequisites
- GTA Web-Based Training
o Basics of Control Valves - Instructor-Led Training
o Basic PLCs
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the student will have received instruction designed to assist him/her in
the following:
- Explain the theory of operation for control valves found in natural gas pipelines.
- Describe the various types of control valves used in natural gas systems.
- Discuss the different styles of valve actuators.
- Discuss the different styles of valve positioners.
Course Outline
- Control Valve Theory
- Valve Types
- Valve Actuators
- Valve Positioners
Recommended Resources
- GTA Basic Basics of Control Valves Participant Guide
- GTA Basics of Control Valves Instructor Presentation.
- Internet sites related to industrial control valves.
- Textbooks or other publications related to industrial control valves.