Piping and Instrumentation Design (P&ID) Course 10th February – 31st of March, 2025

Course Overview:

The Piping and Instrumentation Design (P&ID) course is a comprehensive training program designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to create accurate and functional P&IDs. This course focuses on the fundamental principles of P&ID design, including piping and instrumentation symbols, diagramming, and documentation.

Course Objectives:

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the fundamental principles of P&ID design

2. Identify and apply piping and instrumentation symbols and notation

3. Create accurate and functional P&IDs

4. Apply P&ID design best practices and standards

5. Improve communication and collaboration with operations and maintenance personnel

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to P&ID Design

1.1 Definition and importance of P&ID design

1.2 Brief history and evolution of P&ID design

1.3 Key concepts and terminology

1.4 Overview of P&ID design process

1.5 Importance of P&ID design in process industries

Module 2: Piping and Instrumentation Symbols and Notation

2.1 Piping symbols and notation (pipes, fittings, valves)

2.2 Instrumentation symbols and notation (instruments, control devices)

2.3 P&ID symbol standards and regulations (ISA, IEC, API)

2.4 Symbol usage and best practices

2.5 Case studies: symbol usage in different industries

Module 3: P&ID Diagramming Fundamentals

3.1 P&ID diagram structure and organization

3.2 P&ID diagramming best practices and guidelines

3.3 P&ID diagramming software and tools (AutoCAD, SmartPlant)

3.4 Diagramming techniques for different systems (piping, instrumentation, control)

3.5 Case studies: P&ID diagramming for different industries

Module 4: P&ID Design Best Practices and Standards

4.1 P&ID design best practices and guidelines

4.2 Industry standards and regulations (ISA, IEC, API)

4.3 P&ID design quality control and assurance

4.4 Design for maintainability, operability, and safety

4.5 Case studies: P&ID design best practices in different industries

Module 5: P&ID Documentation and Communication

5.1 P&ID documentation types (P&IDs, data sheets, specifications)

5.2 P&ID documentation best practices and guidelines

5.3 P&ID communication and collaboration with operations and maintenance personnel

5.4 Document control and management

5.5 Case studies: P&ID documentation and communication in different industries

Module 6: Piping and Instrumentation Design Considerations

6.1 Piping design considerations (pipe sizing, material selection, routing)

6.2 Instrumentation design considerations (instrument selection, installation, calibration)

6.3 Control system design considerations (control valve sizing, actuator selection)

6.4 Safety and regulatory considerations (HAZOP, SIL, relief valve sizing)

6.5 Case studies: piping and instrumentation design considerations in different industries

Module 7: P&ID Design Software and Tools

7.1 Overview of P&ID design software and tools (AutoCAD, SmartPlant, P&ID software)

7.2 Software selection and implementation

7.3 Software customization and configuration

7.4 Software integration with other design tools

7.5 Case studies: P&ID design software and tools in different industries

Module 8: P&ID Design for Specific Industries

8.1 P&ID design for oil and gas industry

8.2 P&ID design for chemical processing industry

8.3 P&ID design for power generation industry

8.4 P&ID design for pharmaceutical industry

8.5 Case studies: P&ID design for specific industries

Module 9: P&ID Design Case Studies and Group Exercises

9.1 Real-world P&ID design case studies and examples

9.2 Group exercises and activities to practice P&ID design skills

9.3 Case study presentations and discussions

9.4 Final Q&A and evaluation

Module 10: Conclusion and Next Steps

10.1 Review of key concepts and takeaways

10.2 Next steps and resources for further learning

10.3 Final Q&A and evaluation

10.4 Course completion and certification

Target Audience:

This course is designed for:

1. Piping and instrumentation designers and drafters

2. Process engineers and designers

3. Operations and maintenance personnel

4. Control system engineers and integrators

5. Anyone interested in improving their P&ID design and documentation skills