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Module 29 - Control, PID, Thermocouples & PT100

A structured TST e-learning recap for control systems, closed-loop control, P/PI/PID action, safe PID tuning, 4-20 mA and pneumatic signals, thermocouples, PT100 RTDs and MCA oral answer structure.

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Start your Control Systems recap

This quiz is designed to reinforce control systems knowledge, improve recall, and help you identify the areas that need revision before mock orals or a live MCA oral examination.

Explain closed-loop control using set point, process variable, comparator, error, controller, final element and feedback.
Differentiate two-step/on-off control from continuous/modulating control and explain dead band.
Define proportional gain, proportional band, offset, integral action, wind-up and derivative damping.
Describe a safe PID commissioning and tuning sequence using manual mode, P-only tuning, gradual I/D addition and trend checks.
Explain thermocouple operation, Seebeck effect, cold junction compensation and PT100 resistance measurement.
Apply control theory to marine examples such as jacket cooling, boiler level, governors, AVR, alarms, slowdowns and shutdowns.
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This module forms part of the TST Engineering Services E-Learning Recap Area. It supports structured MCA Engineering Oral Examination preparation by reinforcing closed-loop control, PID action, control signals, thermocouples, PT100s and practical marine fault response.

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