Instrumentation and Control: Measurement of Level and Flow

This course is designed to introduce participants to instruments that measure level and flow. After completing this course, participants should be able to explain what level is and describe the basic operation of various direct level measurement devices and indirect level measurement devices. They should also be able to explain what fluid flow, flow rate, and total flow are and describe some common examples of direct flow measurement and indirect flow measurement.
Vector Solutions has a long history of providing industry-specific content for its customers. While this course and its content remain accurate and functional within our systems, the look and feel may not match our more modern offerings.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Define the following terms: "level," "continuous level measurement," and "single-point level detection."
• Describe basic operation of the following level measurement devices: plumb bob, gauge glass, float and tape, and conductivity probes.
• Describe the basic operation of these level measurement devices: pressure gauge, bubbler system, and differential pressure (D/P) cell.
• Define the following terms: "fluid flow," "flow rate," and "total flow."
• List basic units of measurement for flow rate.
• Describe common examples of direct flow measurement.
• Describe common examples of indirect flow measurement.