617-03 - Final Control Elements
Learning objectives
- Describe a final control element
- Explain how control valves and their actuators are used as final control elements
- Identify types of dampers used as final control elements
- Describe common variable speed drives that may be used as final control elements
- Explain how modulating power controllers are used as final control elements
Course overview
Final control elements directly change or control the manipulated variable in a control loop. Understanding different final control elements used in industrial facilities helps operate or maintain a plant.
The Final Control Elements training course describes the basic design and function of different final control elements used in control loops. This online course covers:
- Final control basics
- Control valves and actuators
- Dampers (louvres)
- Variable speed drives
- Modulating power controllers
This course is part of the Controllers and Final Control training series.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
