Adjuster of instrumentation and automation. What is instrumentation and automation: decoding of abbreviations and types
The profession of a mechanic dealing with instrumentation is becoming more and more relevant every day. What is the reason? This will be discussed further.
Who is an I&C engineer?
Almost any enterprise has a variety of different instruments, sensors, meters and other technical devices. All such equipment must be supervised by someone. The instrumentation adjuster is the very specialist who is able to control the safe and efficient operation of all devices available in the production. So, a professional is obliged to conduct a periodic inspection of the equipment, its high-quality repair or replacement.
It should be noted right away that the profession in question is not so simple. After all, a competent specialist must have a fairly wide range of knowledge, skills and abilities. Without all this, it will not be possible to carry out their work functions qualitatively.
What should an I&C engineer know?
The profession has as many as seven categories, and therefore the knowledge of specialists with different qualifications can differ significantly. However, it is worth highlighting the most basic points that are enshrined in a special job description worker. Here is some of them:
- basics of technological methods of locksmith production;
- the device of the working tool and its purpose;
- techniques, methods and means of working with springs in a hot or cold state;
- methods of performing locksmith work;
- basics of electrical work;
- the basics of connecting wires;
- properties of materials for tinning;
- the basics of safety, methods and means of protection during work.
And much more. It is also worth giving the basic practical skills that an employee should have. Among them:
- performing locksmith processing;
- proper use of tools;
- high-quality soldering;
- elimination of defects, etc.
Thus, a mechanic and automation must have a fairly large stock of knowledge and skills. Moreover, this employee must constantly develop his knowledge and skills. After all, progress does not stand still, but working equipment is constantly being improved.
The rights of the instrumentation adjuster
The specialist in question, like any other officially working person, has a certain range of rights. What are these rights? How and when can they be implemented? The instrumentation adjuster, according to a special job description, has the right to:
- constantly improve their skills and professional skills;
- demand from management the necessary documents or tools for work;
- arrange all necessary benefits or social guarantees;
- receive in a timely manner wages in full size;
- offer superiors various ideas or plans to improve the organization.
Above, only the most basic rights that the specialist in question has were named.
Responsibility of the instrumentation adjuster
A mechanic for instrumentation and automation has not only rights, but also a certain share of responsibility for some of his actions. What does the special job description fix in this case? Here are key excerpts from that document:
- the employee bears disciplinary responsibility for staying at the workplace in a state of drug or alcohol intoxication;
- the employee is obliged to bear responsibility for the complete failure or improper performance of his main work functions and duties.
In addition, the employee is responsible for:
- for causing material damage to the organization;
- for committing offenses or crimes in the workplace;
- for conflicts or inciting discord in the work team.
Thus, an instrumentation and automation fitter, like any other employee, is obliged to bear disciplinary, administrative or criminal liability for a certain kind of act, depending on their severity and scale.
Required education for work
How and where is it necessary to study in order to get the profession of "instrumentation and automation adjuster"? Training for this profession is available almost everywhere, and it will be almost no difficulty to obtain the education necessary for the specialty. So, the specialty of the same name is present in almost any technical school or college, which can be entered on the basis of 9 classes of the school. The duration of training is about 3-4 years. However, it is worth noting that there are also special courses where you can get qualified much faster. There are, however, they are far from everywhere; but the number of disciplines and curricula does not differ much compared to.
Among the training cycles necessary for obtaining education are:
- educational practice;
- Physical Culture;
- professional certifications.
About the 2nd and 3rd category in the profession
The Unified Tariff and Qualification Guide characterizes the profession in question as a job with seven categories. Each skill level has its own range of responsibilities and functions. The 2nd and 3rd categories in the profession are, one might say, initial. As a rule, only college graduates who have completed their studies, workers with little experience, etc. are concentrated here. Here are examples of jobs typical for a specialist with a 2nd or 3rd category:
- work with large relays, distributors and regulators; their assembly and repair;
- assembly and calibration of copper or platinum resistance thermometers;
- assembly, repair and adjustment of compact thermocouples;
- production, repair and commissioning of various degrees of complexity of clamps;
- drilling, grinding, reaming, pinning and other work with gears, bushings, set rings, screws, etc.
About the 4th and 5th category in the profession
The Unified Tariff and Qualification Handbook contains indications of job descriptions for specialists of the 4th and 5th categories. It is in these documents that the main examples of the work of specialists are fixed. Here are the approximate types of work that a locksmith with the 4th category should carry out:
- capital or scale commodity or automobile scales with an index device, bunker or analytical scales;
- repair or restoration of adding machines;
- replacement of necessary parts in automatic regulators;
- inspection, repair or adjustment work.
The instrumentation adjuster, having the 5th category, is able to carry out work of approximately the following type:
- repair and adjustment of sights;
- replacement of gear axles;
- balancing of mobile devices;
- repair of assembly tables;
- revision of polarized relays, etc.
About the 6th and 7th category in the profession
The ranks of an instrumentation and automation adjuster indicate a lot: the level of education, work experience, professional skills, etc. The 6th and 7th qualification levels are considered quite important and prestigious.
What types of work are typical for specialists with the 6th category?
- Adjustment on the existing equipment of autoregulators and heat meters.
- Repair of electronic equipment.
- Work with automatic portion scales.
- Work with wagon exemplary scales.
- Repair of oscilloscopes.
- Works with
- Repair, adjustment and commissioning of various electronic selection devices.
What types of work are typical for a specialist with a 7th grade? Here are some examples:
- testing and verification of microprocessor devices (pressure sensors, differential pressure gauges, etc.);
- verification and testing work with gas analyzers, measuring instruments (moisture, salt, pressure, etc.).
About the 8th category in the profession
A specialist with the eighth grade is considered the most important and experienced specialist in production. Naturally, this kind of worker is endowed with particularly complex functions. What is the professional standard in this case?
The instrumentation fitter with the latest qualification level, in addition to managerial duties, must also:
- compile and maintain programs for microprocessor controllers, regulators and other devices;
- select the necessary characteristics that would meet the efficient, but at the same time economical and optimal operation of the equipment;
- check, test and commission level gauges, recorders, vibrometers, devices with intelligent pressure sensors, paperless recorders, computer-based devices, etc.
A specialist may have many other functions, but here everything will depend on the orders of the authorities and the place of work.
The Interregional Training Center offers courses for instrumentation and automation fitters. This training is designed for 258 hours. This profession requires not only initial training for those who do not have the appropriate qualifications, but also retraining for experienced professionals. The fact is that you have to study as an instrumentation and automation fitter throughout your professional career, because the tasks performed by an engineer are very complex and you need to respond to everything quickly and competently.
The range of possibilities of our center
Our training center offers training for an instrumentation engineer and advanced training courses for instrumentation and automation. In the first option, there should be at least a school education, and then studying to be an instrumentation and automation fitter will give a certificate of assignment of a profession. In the second higher in any specialty, the result is a diploma of professional retraining.
It is convenient that courses can be taken individually or in a group. At the same time, online I&C courses provide an opportunity to gain the same amount of knowledge as when attending face-to-face courses. It is very important that after training, students receive a crust, the validity of which is not limited to a certain period.
It is very convenient that the training of a gas boiler instrumentation fitter can be done remotely on the job. In parallel with the performance of their work duties.
Some features:
- Online training courses are available to both individuals and employees of organizations. Where the student came from does not affect the cost and terms of training.
- Full-time training is possible, but only as the group is formed. Also, this option for training instrumentation and automation is chosen if there is absolutely no experience in this area.
- The convenience of distance learning can be appreciated by everyone who wishes. This is a huge plus, because you do not need to waste time attending lectures, getting to the training center and asking for time off or vacation from work.
- As a result of passing the training of an I&C adjuster, each student receives a state document. This makes it possible to work in the specialty.
Certificate of assignment of the profession of instrumentation and automation fitter
Why choose our center?
It is very important to get an education in instrumentation and automation from professionals in their field, because this is a very responsible job. We have gathered experienced teachers who, in a time-limited course, will be able to transfer their knowledge and practical skills. This applies to both training from scratch and retraining, regardless of the level of knowledge and skills.
In addition, cooperation with us gives you the following opportunities:
- You can choose the form of training for an instrumentation engineer that is convenient for you: distance courses or full-time. When studying online, it is possible to get all the theoretical materials, pass knowledge testing tests, and complete the entire volume of tasks. As a result, the level of knowledge is the same as in full-time education.
- The certificate of instrumentation and automation fitter is issued only after passing the final certification. Based on the results of its special commission determines the level of qualification that is assigned to the student. Appropriate professional standards are used for this.
- It is possible to conduct classes on the basis of the enterprise. At the same time, the teacher comes to the place with the necessary amount of lecture material.
Skills after completing the course
You can get trained as an instrumentation and automation fitter in Moscow without leaving your home. But at the same time, it is important to understand what a specialist can do as a result. This profession differs by category and when assigning one or another, the acquired skills are taken into account.
So a 4th grade adjuster can take advanced training courses for instrumentation and automation up to 5th grade or others that require more knowledge. A 4th grade adjuster works with simple electronic devices, adjusts control circuits, tests and commissions elements and simple blocks. At the same time, he must know the principles of operation and adjustment of the devices with which to work.
Courses for a gas boiler instrumentation and automation fitter will teach you how to work with automation in the gas industry, including the adjustment of such devices. In addition, there are opportunities to work with generators, blocks of electrovacuum equipment, and calculating devices.
Courses for instrumentation and automation in Moscow in our center is an opportunity to get a profession in demand and start receiving a decent salary tomorrow.
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Reference
Adjuster of instrumentation and automation - a specialist in the installation of instruments and electrical circuits various automation systems. The launch of any facility requires a lot of effort from the operational personnel of the instrumentation and automation. It is necessary to study the technological scheme of the new facility, the equipment with which you will have to work, the signaling and blocking schemes, and safety precautions. Most of these functions (checking, installation, adjustment and testing of devices, circuits, systems used in equipment for monitoring, regulating and managing automated processes) are performed by instrumentation and automation adjusters. About them highly qualified says the fact that in the system of continuous vocational education the profession of an instrumentation adjuster begins with the 4th category, and not with the 2nd, as with an instrumentation fitter or instrument operator.
Description of activity
Mostly, the instrumentation adjuster works in factories and in production, where he sets up automatic lines, devices that regulate production processes, dispatch communications and other automation. Testing and putting the equipment into operation is also the responsibility of the adjuster.
Wage
average in Moscow:average for St. Petersburg:
Job responsibilities
The professional duties of an adjuster of instrumentation and automation depend on his qualification category (from 4 to 8). The instrumentation adjuster performs the installation of instruments and electrical circuits of various automation systems; carries out adjustment of electrical circuits and testing of electronic devices with the removal of characteristics; studies the principles and mode of operation of electronic equipment devices; masters the technology of assembling equipment blocks of any complexity, methods for calculating various elements, control devices; studies and puts into practice technical, technological and operational documentation.
One of the main characteristics of measuring instruments is the accuracy class (an indicator that describes the permissible error). This value is not static, it changes during operation. As a result, over time, the error may go beyond the permissible limits.
This threatens with many troubles, ranging from violation technological process and ending with the threat of an emergency. Therefore, devices, sensors, measuring mechanisms and other specialized equipment must be regularly calibrated in the instrumentation and control department. Let's talk about the organization of this service and its main tasks.
What is KIPA?
This definition includes all control equipment and automation used in almost various industrial areas and in everyday life. Examples include electricity and water meters, pressure regulators in the oil and gas industry, automation for boiler rooms, etc.
Abbreviation decoding
The abbreviation of this term stands for quite simply - instrumentation and automation. The service with the same name performs the following tasks and functions:
- implementation of metrological supervision;
- maintenance, adjustment and repair of measuring equipment;
- introduction of new automation systems at the enterprise, for example, automated control systems.
In some cases, foremen and adjusters of the "Instrumentation and A" department can be involved in the commissioning of electrical equipment, if there is a production need for it.
Types of instrumentation
The classification of measuring equipment is made depending on the physical and technical characteristics of the instruments, as well as their qualitative and quantitative indicators. By the name of the group, it is easy to determine the purpose of the measuring devices included in it:
- instruments for measuring temperature - thermometers (A in Fig. 2);
- devices for determining pressure - pressure gauges (B);
- flow meters of the working medium or other substances - flow meters (C);
- determinants of the composition of gas mixtures - gas analyzers (D);
- tank filling level sensors - level gauges (E), etc.
Each of the groups, in turn, is divided into several subgroups, according to the design and principle of operation. For example, manometers, among them there are devices for measuring excess pressure, its difference, or displaying the absolute value. The design of these devices can be electrocontact or mechanical.
Structure of the I&C department
The structure of I&C departments is formed taking into account many factors, of which two key ones can be distinguished:
- the number of measuring instruments used by the enterprise;
- service complexity.
Based on these factors, a centralized or decentralized structure of the service is formed. Briefly about each of them.
Features of a centralized structure
This method of forming a subdivision is suitable for enterprises that do not have many measuring instruments, sensors, etc. involved in their technological schemes. This allows you to combine the operation and maintenance department into one service, which is managed by the head of the instrumentation shop. In small enterprises, this managerial person can combine the position of the chief metrologist.
One of the groups of specialists of the service is assigned to certain production areas for regular maintenance of instrumentation (including accounting for instruments and their repair) located on the territory specified in the job description. If necessary, by order of the head of the workshop, this group of specialists can be reinforced by other employees of the service, for example, to carry out extensive repair or installation work.
This structure allows you to create teams of narrow specialization (for example, installers, electricians, electricians, electricians, electricians, electronics engineers, etc.). They are engaged in the repair, adjustment and installation of complex equipment, as well as the commissioning of new systems. After commissioning is completed, the equipment is serviced by a team in charge of the workshop where the installation was made.
Features of a decentralized structure
This method of organization is practiced in large enterprises. The peculiarity lies in the fact that the repair (methodical) unit is a separate service, while the tasks of operation are assigned to the technological workshop. Each of these divisions has its own leadership. The specialists of the methodological division are headed by the chief metrologist, and the employees of the operation department are subordinate to the head of the shop.
The duties of the methodological service include all types of planned, overscheduled and scheduled preventive repairs. Payment for the services rendered is transferred to a separate current account, it is deducted from the funds allocated to the technological workshop of instrumentation and automation.
Depending on the characteristics of production, the operation of the operation service is organized taking into account the specialization of work, or according to technological features.
In the first option, groups of specialists are created who are responsible for the operation of certain types of instrumentation (signaling, automation, controls, etc.). In the second - teams of craftsmen responsible for the operation of equipment of certain technological flows.
In a decentralized structure, a methodological service in financial plan completely depends on the technological workshop, since payments for the work done are made from its budget.
If a production need arises, operational service can be strengthened by employees of the repair unit or crews responsible for the installation of automation and control systems. The order for this must be issued by the chief instrument operator of the enterprise (metrologist). The operation service must cope with the majority of regular commissioning works on its own.
Main goals
Regardless of the structure of the instrumentation and control service, its main tasks include:
- creation of conditions under which the uninterrupted operation of all systems for which the unit is responsible will be ensured;
- ensuring the availability of spare parts, backup equipment for measuring equipment and automation;
- examination correct operation devices located in the area of responsibility of the service;
- regular instructions and training of personnel on the rules and regulations for the operation of automation and control equipment;
- commissioning of new specialized projects.
Responsibilities of an Instrumentation Mechanic
In accordance with the requirements of the professional standard, the instrumentation and automation fitter must know the principle of operation of the equipment he controls, be able to repair and maintain it. For example, for the maintenance of electrical equipment, it is necessary to obtain an appropriate specialized education, general knowledge of the basics of electrical engineering will not be enough.
Depending on the specifics of the equipment being serviced, the locksmith’s workplace may have the following fixtures and sets of tools: an instrumentation cabinet, shields, equipment installed on consoles, measuring devices, sockets for connecting electrical appliances, etc.
This specialty requires the employee to understand both the equipment entrusted to him and the general technology of the process.
What does an I&C engineer do?
This job has the following responsibilities:
- organizational work related to ensuring the smooth operation of equipment;
- responsibility for the introduction of automated equipment;
- management of instrumentation and automation services, in particular, coordination of teams of specialists;
- metrological support;
- preparation of technical documentation (technological map, maintenance schedules, verification, calibration);
- long-term planning (action plan for a month, quarter, year);
- acceptance of completed work;
- drawing up prescriptions, in accordance with the identified shortcomings and comments;
- organization of control over the fulfillment of tasks.
An example of decoding the stigma of verification
After verification of the device by the instrumentation and control service, the device is marked with an appropriate designation (stamp), as a rule, it carries a certain information component. We give an example of decryption.
Designations:
- Verification date (quarter).
- Image of the Gosstandart sign.
- The year is encrypted with two digits, in our case 09 - 2009.
- A code that allows you to determine the service that tested the device;
- Sign assigned to an employee of the instrumentation and automation equipment.