Instrumentation and Calibration Course 1: Introduction to Instrument Calibration

Properly calibrated instruments are critical to the safe and efficient operation of modern industrial facilities. This course introduces basic concepts of instrument calibration. The course explains the characteristics of proper instrument performance as well as how to identify common instrument errors. The steps in a typical calibration procedure will be demonstrated by instructors and performed by students. The course covers: Calibration standards, recognizing proper calibration by examining instrument input and output, proper use of calibration tools, basic functionality of major instruments types and proper documentation of industrial instrument calibration.