COURSE GUIDE

MODULE IN
INSTRUMENTATION & PROCESS CONTROL
PHYSICS 2 LABORATORY

CHE 521

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Contents Page

Title Page 1

Course Overview 3

Course Study Guide and House Rules 5

Study Schedule 7

Assessment and Evaluation Guide

General Requirements 10
Formative Assessment Guide 10

Evaluative Assessment Guide 11

Technological Tools 11
Grading System 12

Course References 12
Facilitator Contact Details 13

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 CHE 521

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

The course CHE 521: Industrial
Instrumentation and Process Control
prepares you, as a future chemical
engineer, to demonstrate all the
intended learning outcomes as per
CHED Memorandum Order (CMO) 91
series of 2017. At the end of the course
you should be able to

1. Identify the role of process control

in the field of chemical engineering
and its practical applications in
everyday activities.

2. Derive the mathematical model

and the transfer function of
INDUSTRIAL different processes.
INSTRUMENTATION AND 3. Differentiate the responses of
PROCESS CONTROL different order of systems.

4. Describe the components of a

control system, the types of
controllers and their applications,
the stability of a control system and
the different multivariable and
advanced control systems.

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 COURSE INTRODUCTION
This is a 3-unit course, which is designed to present the important principles of
process control with emphasis on automatic feedback control. These are illustrated by
realistic examples of control problems encountered in chemical engineering practice as
well as in activities encountered in daily life. It comprises the importance of understanding
the dynamic behavior of a physical system in developing mathematical models for control.
This course also aims to introduce how process variables are measured and controlled by
diverse instruments depending on range, sensitivity, and suitability to a given chemical
process.

Each unit in this course is designed using the 5E constructivist model of learning, developed
by Rodger Bybee, that encourages students to engage, explore, explain, elaborate, and
evaluate their knowledge of topics covered therein. It means that at the end of each unit,
each module, and the course as a whole, you will be assessed on your progress in attaining
the course learning outcomes. Outcomes-based education dictates that only when you
can demonstrate the course learning outcomes by the end of this course, can you be
given a passing mark. The modules that form the building blocks to help you attain the
course learning outcomes are as follows:

MODULE 1: Fundamentals of Process Control

This module presents a brief introduction of the course CHE 521 and the necessary
principles we need in order to appreciate the center of the plant, which is the control room
This module is an introduction to process dynamics and control for those students who
have had little or no contact or experience with real chemical engineering processes. The
objective is to illustrate where process control fits into the picture and to indicate its relative
importance in the operation, design, and development of a chemical engineering plant
(Luyben, 1996).

MODULE 2: Process Dynamics

In this module we introduce a mathematical tool, the Laplace transform, which can
significantly reduce the effort required to solve and analyze linear differential equation

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 models and later the transfer function model. Both types of models can be used to
determine the dynamic behavior of a process after changes in input variables. The transfer
function also plays a key role in the design and analysis of control systems. After which we
investigate how processes respond to typical changes in their environment, that is, to
changes in their inputs (Seborg et. al, 2016).

MODULE 3: Feedback Control

In order that we can implement the control principles discussed in previous modules, a
discussion on the mechanism and hardware is necessary. Feedback control systems
compare measurements with their desired values and then adjust the manipulated
variables accordingly. This course would not be complete without understanding the
components in a control system and how it is applied to achieve the goals of a plant.

COURSE STUDY GUIDE and HOUSE RULES

The key to successfully finish this online course relies heavily on your self-discipline and time
management skills. This module was prepared for you to learn diligently, intelligently, and
independently. Keeping yourself motivated to follow the schedules specified in the
learning plan, maintaining excellence in the expected student outputs, and mastering the
different technologies and procedures required in the delivery and feedback for this
course, will instill in you important qualities you will need in the future as an engineer
practicing your profession. The following course guides and house rules are designed for
you to practice decorum consistent with standards expected within a formal academic
environment. These guides shall lay the groundwork for consistency, coherence,
cooperation, and clear communication among learners and instructors throughout the
conduct of this course:
1. MANAGE YOUR MINUTES. Create a study routine and stick to it. Keep requirement
deadlines and study schedules always in mind by providing visual cues posted in
your place of study or listed in your reminders (electronically, online, or on paper).
Remember that there are other daily activities that take up your time, not to
mention other courses you may be concurrently taking. Choose a time of day when
you are most likely to maximize learning. Communicate your schedule to other
members of your household so they could help you keep it. It would also help to
prepare a dedicated space in your residence conducive for learning.

2. MIND YOUR MANNERS. Treat the distance learning environment as an academic

space not too different from a physical classroom. Do not do in the distance
learning environment, acts you would not normally do in a face-to-face classroom
set up. Avoid asking questions that have already been answered in the lessons or in
the instructions previously discussed or provided. This reflects your poor focus and
uninspired preparation for this course. Practice Conscientious Habitual Etiquette in
group chats, open forums, and similar electronic venues.
a. Use appropriate language and tone, correct grammar and spelling, and
complete sentences acceptable in an academic forum. Avoid text-speak,
slang, and all caps in your posts.
b. Express your opinions politely and do not dominate the conversation.

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 c. Avoid lengthy as well as offensive posts by sticking to the topic of the
discussion.
d. Take time to understand the salient points of the discussion, and provide
meaningful and well-thought responses to the posts of other participants.
e. For a live meeting or video/voice conferencing set-up, mute your
microphone when you are not speaking to keep the focus on the main
speaker.

3. MASTER THE MEDIUM. The distance learning courses will be delivered making use of
the institutional Google Suite account of Saint Louis University. It would be
worthwhile on your part to devote some time and effort to learn the applications
you will need to access your course materials, interact with me and your classmates,
and submit course requirements. Applications of note are Google Classroom,
Google Drive, and Google Meet. There are also available alternatives to Microsoft
Office tools you might want to explore. Certain requirements will require you to take
a video on your smart phone, save it, and submit it electronically. Work on this skill
as well. If you are offline, identify the most convenient means for express mail
correspondence and inform me as early as possible so we can make the necessary
arrangements ahead of time.

4. MAKE MASTERPIECES. Go beyond minimum requirements. The course learning

outcomes will serve as a guide to the minimum expected competencies you are to
acquire at the end of this course. It does not limit you from performing beyond it.
Keep in mind that the quality of your work reflects the amount of thought and care
you put into the process of completing it. It provides a very tangible measure of
how much of the competencies you have developed and fully obtained
throughout this course.

5. CONNECT CONSTANTLY. There are more than sufficient online and offline modes to
ensure that you are well informed and provided on time with the needed learning
materials, instructions, requirements, and feedback either from me or from your
classmates. Exhaust all means possible to keep in touch and updated. My contact
details can be found at the latter part of this document and will be made available
and widely disseminated to enrolees of this course.

6. OBSERVE ORIGINALITY. Your course outputs will largely be submitted in electronic

form. It is going to have a highly traceable and comparable digital footprint that
can be easily checked for originality. Cite your sources properly for referenced
statements you decide to use in your own work. Attribute statements by persons
other than you by using terms like according to, he said/she said, and the like.

7. INSTIGATE INDEPENDENCE. You are the focus of this course. Nobody else. All
assessment and evaluation tools in this course are designed to measure your
competence and not anybody else’s. You may use all resources at your disposal,
and ask other people for advice. In the end however, it is going to be your
independent work that will be judged against the standards set for this course. The

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 only way for you to maximize this course to your advantage is to learn as much from
it as an individual. Make it count.

Additional Guidelines for Offline Students

If you are a student opting for the offline mode of distance learning, you will be tasked to
send back the accomplished requirements at given stages of the course through express
mail correspondence on or before the scheduled date to me. Make sure you will follow it
up with me through text or any other media available for you.
While waiting for my feedback of your accomplished requirements, continue doing the
task in the succeeding units of the module. If needed, do not hesitate to keep in touch
with me through any available means. Remember, if there is a will, there is a way.

STUDY SCHEDULE
Below is the complete weekly schedule for the attainment of the topic learning outcomes
vis-a-vis the activities. This contains also the schedule of the deadlines of the submission of
the accomplished course requirements or assignments and the examination. If you
dedicate at least 1 hour and 30 mins everyday, you would be able to finish the course as in
the guide.
TOPIC LEARNING
Dates ACTIVITIES
OUTCOMES
MODULE 1 Fundamentals of Process Control
UNIT 1 Introduction to Control Systems
Day 1-4 TLO 1: Differentiate the Engage: Why study process control now?
types of control Explore: Recognizing control elements in daily living
systems, their elements experiences/ activities.
and appreciate their Formative assessment: Control systems in my daily
importance in chemical routine (Discussion forum #1)
processes Explain:
a. Process control terminology and
TLO 2: Interpret symbols fundamental principles
and letters in a piping b. P&ID symbols
and instrumentation View Vid1 “Cheese, Catastrophes, & Process
diagram and apply the Control”
concepts for control (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BT_JUbpZ1lQ)
implementation Elaborate: Representative process control problems
in chemical engineering & interpretation of P&ID
drawings.
Evaluate: Summative assessment: (Graded Quiz
#1)

UNIT 2 Control Objectives

Day 5-6 TLO 3: Identify the Engage: View Vid2 “Reflections on Bhopal After
common control Thirty Years”
objectives, where and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZirRB32qzU
how to apply them in Explore: Control strategies following different
the process, and their objectives in a given industrial process.

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 respective benefits Explain: Control Objectives and Benefits
Elaborate and Evaluate: Summative assessment:
Reflection paper on the importance of having one
control structure per control objective. (Graded
Assignment # 1)
To be submitted online before June 25 or offline
together with all other midterm requirements
UNIT 3 Laws, Levels & Languages
Day 7 TLO 4: Generalize the Engage: View Vid3 “How to control someone else’s
theories and views arm with your brain”
leading to better https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rSQNi5sAwuc
understanding of Explore: Laws and Languages of Process Control
process control Explain and Elaborate: Importance of Control
concepts Engineering
Evaluate:
Formative assessment: Control strategies for
different process inputs (Self-Assessment #1)
UNIT 4 Mathematical Modelling Principles
Day 8-14 TLO 5: Solve real time Engage: Discussion forum #2:
dynamic problems by Are mathematical models reliable?
applying fundamental Explore:
chemical engineering View Vid4 “What is Math Modelling?”
principles in analytical https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHtsuOB-TPw
solutions Explain: Dynamic Models of Representative
Processes
a. Blending Process
b. Continuous Stirred-Tank Reactor
(CSTR)
c. Heating Process
Elaborate: Problem solving blending process with
two inputs (Self-Assessment #3)
Evaluate: Summative Assessment (Graded Quiz #2)
To be submitted online before July 4 or offline
together with all other midterm requirements
Day 15 Module 1 Evaluative Assessment
Midterm Examination
*All offline requirements shall be sent back on or before 6 July 2020

MODULE 2 Process Dynamics

UNIT 1 Laplace Transforms
Day 16-19 TLO 5: Solve real time Engage: “What are the nuances of your language/
dynamic problems by dialect?”
applying fundamental Explore: Laplace Transforms of Common Functions
chemical engineering Explain: Modelling and Analysis for Process Control
principles in analytical Laplace Transforms
solutions Elaborate and Evaluate: Formative assessment (Self-
assessment #4)

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 UNIT 2 Transfer Functions and the Response of Processes of Varied Orders
Day 20-23 TLO 6: Analyze the Engage and Explore: Vid 5 “Imaginary Numbers are
dynamic behavior of Real”
control systems https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T647CGsuOVU
(Discussion forum #2)
Explain:
Vid 6“What does the Laplace Transform really tell
us?”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2y7n6jw5d0
Modelling and Analysis for Process Control
Elaborate:
Practice problem solving (Self-Assessment #5)
Evaluate: Graded Assignment #3
To be submitted online before July 17 or offline
together with all other finals requirements
UNIT 3 Block Diagram Representation
Day 24-25 TLO 6: Analyze the Engage and Explore: The rise of infographics
dynamic behavior of Explain:
control systems Modelling and Analysis for Process Control
Elaborate and Evaluate: Formative Assessment
(Self-Assessment #6)
Day 26 Module 2 Evaluative Assessment: Graded Quiz #3

MODULE 3 Feedback Control

UNIT 1 Basic Control Modes
Day 27-29 TLO 7: Differentiate Engage: In process control, we want negative
automatic feedback feedback!
control systems Explore: From your knowledge of process control
fundamentals, look for
Explain: Feedback Controllers
Elaborate: View Vid 7 “Hardware Demo of a Digital
PID Controller”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fusr9eTceEo
Evaluate: Formative Assessment: What household
appliances apply P, PI, & PID controllers? (Discussion
forum #3)
UNIT 2 Stability and Controller Tuning
Day 30-32 TLO 7: Differentiate Engage and Explore: Why would different brands of
automatic feedback the same type of instrument respond differently?
control systems Compare from their
Explain: Dynamic Response Characteristics of More
TLO 8: Explain the Complicated Processes
concept of safety Stability and Controller Tuning
integrity Elaborate: View Vid 8 “Empirical PID gain tuning”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXnDwojRb1g
Evaluate: Graded Quiz #4
UNIT 3 Control System Instrumentation

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 Day 33-35 TLO 9: Distinguish the Engage: You can’t control what you can’t measure
suitability of process Explore and Explain: Sensors, Transmitters, and
variable sensors and Transducers
final control elements Final Control Elements
for their respective View Vid9 “Introduction - Process Control
applications in process Instrumentation”
control https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGQ0wpFJcY4
Elaborate and Evaluate: Summative assessment:
Explain the mechanism behind an instrument
assigned to you. Present it using Pecha Kucha
method. (Graded Assignment #4)
To be submitted online before July 25 or offline
together with all other finals requirements
Day 36 Comprehensive Final Exam
a. Multiple choice
b. Problems solving
c. Essay (submit video recording; question to be assigned earlier)
*All offline requirements shall be sent back on or before 27 July 2020

ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION GUIDE

The course modules rely on formative and summative assessments to determine the
progress of your learning in each module. To obtain a passing grade in this course, you
must:

1. Read all course materials and answer the pre-assessment quizzes, self-assessment
activities, and/or reflection questions.
2. Participate in online discussion forums.
3. Submit all assignments and graded quizzes.
4. Take the Midterm and Final Examination

Formative Assessment Activities

Formative assessments for this course are applied to ungraded activities that are used to
monitor your learning experience and provide feedback to improve both your learning
approach as well as my instructional approach.
• You are required to answer the pre-assessment quizzes, self-assessment activities,
and reflection questions but your scores in these activities will not be included in
the computation of your final grade.
• The reflection questions are designed to help you to critically analyse the course
readings for better understanding while the pre-assessment quizzes and self-
assessment activities are designed as a review management tool to prepare you
for the graded quizzes and examinations.

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 • Successfully answering formative activity questions and requirements will serve as
prompts to tell you if you need to study further or if you may already move forward
to the next unit of the module.
• The completeness of your answers to the pre-assessment quizzes, self-assessment
activities, and reflection questions will still be checked and will still be part of your
course completion. Hence, these must be answered.
• In doing your formative assessment activities, you can always ask the help of your
family and friends.
• The pre-assessment quizzes, self-assessment activities, and reflection questions are
required so you can take it anytime within the scheduled days assigned for each
unit.

Evaluative Assessment Activities

The evaluative assessments are graded activities designed to determine if your acquisition
of learning and performance in tests is at par with standards set at certain milestones in this
course.

A. Quizzes, Examinations, and Assignments

Graded quizzes, examinations, and assignments are essential to determine whether your
performance as a student is at par with standards/goals that need to be achieved in this
course. The scores obtained from each of the graded activities will contribute to your final
grade, the weights of which are presented in the grading system described in the
succeeding sections of this text. Direct scoring can be used on straightforward
requirements like short answers and multiple choice responses, while scoring rubrics will be
provided for answers that are typically lengthy and involve a more complex level of
thinking on your part.

B. Final Course Requirement

You will need to accomplish a comprehensive exam as a final requirement for the course.
An presentation explaining the control mechanisms shown in a P&ID diagram will translate
learned concepts and principles into the expected outcomes for this course. For online
students, a live presentation will be scheduled on Google Meet. For offline students a
recorded and saved presentation will be accommodated for submission on a USB flash
drive. A separate rubric will be used for the presentation and will constitute 40% of the total
score of the final examination.

Technological Tools

To be able to accomplish all the tasks in this course, you will need a computer or a laptop
with the following software applications: Word Processing, Presentation, and Publication for
requirements that do not require online access. A smart phone with video recording and

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 editing features will also be used for activities that will require you to record videos for
saving and submission.

If you are a student offline, the delivery of instructions and requirements will be primarily
through express mail correspondence of printed modules and saved digital content on a
USB flash drive. Feedback and clarifications will be facilitated through text messaging and
voice calls; hence, you need to have regular access to a cell phone. If you need to call, or
you want to talk to me, send me a message first and wait for me to respond. Do not give
my CP number to anybody. I will not entertain messages or calls from numbers that are not
registered in my phone. Hence, use only the CP number you submitted to me.

Grading System

Activity Weight
MIDTERM GRADE (MG)
CS (online discussion, assignments, quiz) 60%
Examination 40%
Total 100%

TENTATIVE FINAL GRADE (TFG)

CS (online discussion, assignments, quiz) 50%
Examination 50%
Total 100%
Final Grade: MG 50% + TFG 50% = 100%

COURSE REFERENCES

Seborg D., Edgar, T., Mellichamp, D., and Doyle, F. III (2016). Process Dynamics and Control
4th Edition. JohnWiley & Sons, Inc.

Thomas E. Marlin (2000). Process Control: Designing processes and Control Systems for
Dynamic Performance 2nd Edition. McGraw-Hill, Inc.

William L. Luyben (1996). Process Modelling, Simulation and Control for Chemical Engineers
2nd Edition. McGraw-Hill Publishing Co.

Additional Instructional Videos

E-lesson guide to Process Control
http://pc-education.mcmaster.ca/LearningSupport%20Page.htm

“Control System Lecture” Series

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUMWjy5jgHK3j74Z5Tq6Tso1fSfVWZC8L

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 “Control Systems in Practice” Series
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn8PRpmsu08pFBqgd_6Bi7msgkWFKL33b

CONTACT INFORMATION
Engr. Melissa May M. Boado
CHE 521 Course Facilitator

Cellphone : 0927 124 7124/ 0948 718 4046

SLU local extension number : Chemical Engineeing, loc. 391
Institutional email address : mmboado@slu.edu.ph

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