Overview
This course discusses a wide variety of methods of measuring filled pipe and open channel liquid flow. Included is a brief history of flow measurement technology, various methods of liquid flow measurement currently in use, things that can affect measurement accuracy and repeatability, and things to consider when selecting flow instrumentation for a particular application.
Flow element and transmitter designs will be discussed and the advantages and disadvantages of each dependent upon the type of flow measurement application.
The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty-five (25) questions at the end of this course to obtain PDH credits.
Specific Knowledge or Skill Obtained
This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:
- An understanding of the evolution of flow measurement
- A familiarity with liquid flow and flow measurement-related terminology
- Conditions that can impact flow meter accuracy, repeatability, and reliability
- Current methods of measuring filled pipe and open channel liquid flow rates
- Knowledge of liquid flow measurement methodology and terminology
- Knowledge of how a flow measurement signal is converted into an electrical output signal
- Familiarity with things to consider when properly selecting a flow sensor and associated hardware for a particular application
Course
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Fundamentals of Liquid Flow Measurement
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