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Training Schedule

We are pleased to offer our 2013 customer training schedule.  We have a number of offerings, all designed to assist you in running your operations with greater efficiency and productivity.  You can count on receiving quality education provided by skilled trainers, delivering current information with state-of-the art equipment in our comfortable training facility.

If you would like more information or to register for one of the training classes below, please email training@control-dynamics.com or contact Connie Goodman at (804) 858-5878.

Click here to download the full 2013 training schedule

Starting in 2013, our schedule will include courses taking place at 4 different locations.  Be sure to look at the course schedule carefully to know which location you are signing up for!

Course Locations

Midlothian Office
201 Wylderose Drive
Midlothian, VA 23113
Durham Office
4309 Emperor Blvd. Suite 105
Durham, NC 27703
Charlotte Office
1726 N. Graham Street
Charlotte, NC 28206
Columbia Office
757 Old Clemson Road
Columbia, SC 29229

Please click on the course title in the calendar below for more detailed information about the course offering.



March 2013
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
          1 2
             
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
             
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
             
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
    Course 1300L - Control Valve Engineering I - Richmond  
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
             
31
             

April 2013
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
  1 2 3 4 5 6
             
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
  Course 7009L - DeltaV Implementation I - Durham  
    Course 7018L - DeltaV Hardware & Troubleshooting - Charlotte  
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
             
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
  Course CDI 410A - Advanced Steam Boiler Operator Training - Richmond  
28 29 30        
             

May 2013
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
      1 2 3 4
             
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
             
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
             
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
    Course 1400L - Valve Technician I - Durham  
    Course 1451L - Valve Maintenance with DVC Calibration - Richmond  
26 27 28 29 30 31  
             


July 2013
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
  1 2 3 4 5 6
             
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
             
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
    Course 1106 - Gas Regulator Troubleshooting - Richmond    
  Course 7009L - DeltaV Implementation I - Charlotte  
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
             
28 29 30 31      
  Course 7009L - DeltaV Implementation I - Richmond  

August 2013
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
        1 2 3
        7009 Continued 7009 Continued  
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
    Course 7018L - DeltaV Hardware & Troubleshooting - Durham  
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
    Course 1400L - Valve Technician I - Columbia  
  Course CDI 410 - Steam Boiler Operator Training - Richmond  
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
  Course 7017L - DeltaV Implementation II - Durham  
25 26 27 28 29 30 31
             

September 2013
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
             
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
             
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
    Course 1400L - Valve Technician I - Richmond  
    Course 1106 - Gas Regulator Troubleshooting - Charlotte    
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
             
29 30          
             

October 2013
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
    1 2 3 4 5
             
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
             
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
  Course 7016L - DeltaV Systems Batch Implementation - Charlotte  
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
             
27 28 29 30 31    
             

November 2013
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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3 4 5 6 7 8 9
             
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
             
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
             
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
             

December 2013
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
             
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
             
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
             
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DeltaV Implementation I, Course 7009 Covers a complete DeltaV system implementation. Upon completion of this course the student will be able to define system capabilities, assemble the system, define nodes, run diagnostics, configure continuous and sequential control strategies, operate the system and define users and security. Durham, NC Charlotte NC Richmond, VA April 8-12 July 15-19 July 29 - Aug 2
Course Location(s) Date(s)
Gas Regulator Troubleshooting, Course 1106
This course is intended for technicians responsible for installing, maintaining and troubleshooting gas regulators. Actual gas regulator problems are simulated in the intensive hands-on workshops.
Charlotte, NC
Richmond, VA
Charlotte, NC
June 4 - 6
July 16 - 18
Sept 17 - 19
Valve Engineering, Course 1300
This course is for engineers, technicians and others responsible for the selection, sizing, and application of control valves, actuators and control valve instrumentation.
Richmond, VA March 19 - 22
Valve Technician, Course 1400
An explanation of how valves and actuators function as well as how they are installed and calibrated. Geared toward instrument technicians responsible for pneumatic and electronic instrument calibration, installation & troubleshooting.
Durham, NC
Columbia, SC
Richmond, VA
May 21-24
Aug 13 - 16
Sept 17-20
Valve Maintenance & DVC Calibration, Course 1451
Material covers sliding stem and rotary valves and actuators. Topics include valve and actuator setup, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting; installation and calibration of the 2000 and 6000 series digital valve controllers using the 375 handheld communicator. 50% hands-on workshops.
Richmond, VA
Columbia, SC
May 21 - 24
June 4 -7
Course # 2398: 3051S & 3144P
This 1-day course uses lectures and labs to teach the student how to install, configure, calibrate and maintain the Rosemount 3051 Pressure Transmitter, and 3144P Temperature Transmitters. The student will also learn the operation of the Field Communicator.
Richmond, VA June 11
Course # 2308MV: 3051SMV Flow Transmitter
This 1-day course uses lecture and labs to maximize the hands on experience and teach the student how to install, configure, calibrate and maintain the Rosemount Model 3051SMV Smart Flow Transmitter.
Richmond, VA June 12
Course # 2396: 5300 GWR & 5400 Radar Transmitter
This 1-day course uses lecture and labs to maximize the hands on experience and teach the student how to install, configure, troubleshoot and maintain the Rosemount 5400 & 5300 Series HART Radar Level Transmitters.
Richmond, VA June 13
DeltaV Implementation I, Course 7009
Covers a complete DeltaV system implementation. Upon completion of this course the student will be able to define system capabilities, assemble the system, define nodes, run diagnostics, configure continuous and sequential control strategies, operate the system and define users and security.
Durham, NC
Charlotte NC
Richmond, VA
April 8-12
July 15-19
July 29 - Aug 2
DeltaV Systems Batch Implementation, Course 7016
Covers the implementation of a batch application including Recipe Configuration, Aliasing, Phase Logic, Operations and Unit Procedures. Equipment entities will also be configured including, Unit modules and Process cells.
Charlotte, NC
Durham, NC
October 14-18
June 17-21
DeltaV Implementation II, Course 7017
For process control engineers responsible for configuring the DeltaV system. Advanced topics will be covered including displays, function blocks, and configuration tips.
Charlotte, NC
Durham, NC
June 3 - 7
August 19-23
DeltaV Hardware & Troubleshooting, Course 7018 Course
material covers the hardware components that make up the DeltaV system. The student will assemble the system, power up the controller, I/O subsystem and workstation. Learn to use the diagnostic tools available to verify fault conditions related to hardware. Introduces configuration tools and operator interface.
Charlotte, NC
Richmond, VA
Durham, NC
April 9-12
June 24-27
August 6-9
Steam Boiler Operator Training, Course CDI 410
Provides information on virtually all facets of steam boiler operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Common boiler auxiliaries and operating techniques are covered in detail. Safety and efficiency of operation are stressed. Licensing/Certification available.
Charlotte, NC
Richmond, VA
June 10-14
August 12 - 16
Advanced Steam Boiler Operator Training, Course CDI 410A
Covers same curriculum as CD 410. Prepares attendees for higher level exam.
Richmond, VA April 22 - 26

Courses to be scheduled at a later date and upon request.

FlowScanner Data Acquisition and Interpretation, Course 1427
Course teaches proper setup of hardware and software, accurate entry of data, and other procedures that are required to ensure accuracy when acquiring data when using a FlowScanner.
TBD TBD
Advanced FlowScanner Diagnostic Interpretation, Course 1428
This course is for personnel who are responsible for interpreting plots and other diagnostic data that is acquired with the Fisher FlowScanner. This course focuses on data interpretation.
TBD TBD
EnTech- Boiler & Powerhouse Applications & Problem Solving, Course 8106
For technicians, engineers or others who have responsibility for troubleshooting and optimization of the powerhouse area including boilers, steam headers, and turbines with the goal of achieving reliable load response, efficient operations, and low emissions.
TBD TBD
Introduction to Process Control, Course 9000
Basic, overall fluid process controls knowledge needed to better understand the interrelationships associated with automated control loops.
TBD TBD
Loop Tuning Short Course, Course 9006
This course is designed for engineers and technicians who have the responsibility to tune controllers.
TBD TBD
Control Loop Foundation, Course 9025
Course covers the concepts and terminology that are needed to understand and work with control systems. Upon completion of this course the student should be able to effectively work with and commission single and multi-loop control strategies. Interactive workshops allow the student to apply what they learn in class.
TBD TBD
Applied Modern Loop Tuning, Course 9032
Introduces participants to control loop troubleshooting and controller tuning. The non- oscillatory EnTech tuning techniques are based on Lambda concepts and taught with a focus on minimizing process variability. Learn how to recognize acceptable/unacceptable control loop performance and to identify the most common source of problems.
TBD TBD
Alarm Rationalization – Course CDI 610
A proven alarm management technique and one of the stages of ISA-18.2’s alarm management lifecycle. Rationalization is a multi-disciplinary process for ensuring that each alarm is justified and meets the criteria for being an alarm. It also involves defining the alarm’s attributes and documenting the cause, consequence, and corrective action all in a Master Alarm Database.
TBD TBD

 

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