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Process Control & PID Controllers : Principles Design Tuning
A practical approach to process control , control Loops , PID controllers & tuning using real-world process examples
Created byWR Training
Last updated 11/2025
English
What you'll learn
- Learn the essentials of process controls and PID controllers for a successful career in process industries
- Successfully draw the correct information from basic to advanced process control loops
- Master the intricate terminological details of process control (process variable, set point, error, offset, load disturbance...)
- Identify any process control loop and describe its main tasks and functionalities
- Describe the basic function and method of operation for the main control loop components (sensor, transmitter, controller, actuator, control valve...)
- Differentiate between feedback and feedforward control loops
- Explain the basic implementation process for each of the following types of control: Cascade, ratio, split range…
- Differentiate between On/Off, discrete, multi-step and continuous controllers
- Describe the basic mechanism, pros and cons of the following modes of control action: On/Off, Proportional (P), Integral (I), Derivative (D), PI, PID...
- Describe the general goal of PID controller tuning
- Apply the Ziegler Nicholls method to tune P, PI and PID controllers for optimum performance
- Put your knowledge to the test at the end of each section with a valuable technical quiz (160+ questions and solved problems)
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Course content
9 sections • 74 lectures • 3h 26m total length
Requirements
- Some engineering or field knowledge is preferable but not mandatory. All the concepts are explained in depth using an-easy-to-understand language to allow students to build their knowledge from the ground up
- Having attended our "Introduction to Process Control & Instrumentation" training course is a plus but not mandatory
- Please note that the mathematics in the PID section is undemanding. All the work can be done with a hand-held calculator
Description
Process Control & PID Tuning Masterclass: Principles, Design, and Practical Tuning
The Essential Guide to Process Control—Level, Temperature, Pressure & Flow Regulation with Real-World PID Controller Tuning
Precise control of level, temperature, pressure, and flow is vital for safe, efficient, and profitable operation in every process industry. This hands-on course provides a comprehensive, practical guide to process control fundamentals, PID controller design, and real-world tuning techniques—empowering you to optimize any process system.
Why Take This Course?
Practical, Example-Driven Learning:
Learn by solving real industry problems, with step-by-step solutions and field-tested control schemes.Immediate Application:
Master the design, functioning, and tuning of process controls for actual plant scenarios.Industry Standards:
Get clear, actionable PID controller tuning guidelines—including the widely used Ziegler-Nichols method.
What You’ll Learn
Core Process Control Concepts:
Principles of automatic process control
Control system design for level, temperature, pressure, and flow
Common process control schemes and their application
PID Controller Fundamentals:
How PID controllers work: Proportional, Integral, and Derivative actions
Impact of controller settings on system performance
Tuning PID controllers for optimal performance—step-by-step
Tuning Methods & Best Practices:
Ziegler-Nichols tuning method: rationale and application
Precautions and guidelines for reliable controller tuning
Typical tuning examples with formulae and worked solutions
Real-World Guidance:
Technical recommendations and lessons from the field
Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
Downloadable reference data and process control resources
Knowledge Checks:
Section quizzes to reinforce learning and test your understanding
Who Should Enroll?
Process, instrumentation, and control engineers
Plant operators and maintenance professionals
Engineering students and graduates
Anyone responsible for process optimization, reliability, or automation
Course Features
High-quality video lessons with practical examples and clear explanations
Step-by-step controller tuning and troubleshooting guides
Downloadable resources and reference data
Section quizzes to test your knowledge
Lifetime access: Study at your own pace, anytime, anywhere
Instructor support via Udemy Q&A
By the End of This Course, You Will:
Understand the functioning and design of process control systems
Confidently tune PID controllers for any process application
Apply Ziegler-Nichols and other tuning methods in real-world scenarios
Diagnose and resolve typical control system issues
Optimize plant performance, reliability, and safety through effective control
Get Started Now!
Preview the free course videos and explore the curriculum. Join engineers and professionals worldwide who trust WR Training for clear, practical technical education.
Click “Enroll Now” and become a process control and PID tuning expert!
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* When PID is mentioned, it is with reference to Proportional, Integral and Derivative control actions
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COURSE UPDATES
June 25
We have added new video lectures. In addition, new quizzes are being added to help you test your knowledge and emphasize the key learning points. The quiz will include:
True/False questions
Multi-choice questions
Images, cross-sectionnal views
Solved problems
and much more...
When you think you’ve got a good grasp on a topic within the course, you can test your knowledge by taking the quiz. If you pass, wonderful ! If not, you can review the videos and notes again or ask us for help in the Q&A section.
Who this course is for:
- Personnel needing to learn the essentials of process control and PID controllers
- Control, Process, Chemical and Design engineers & technicians
- Instrumentation engineers & technicians
- Maintenance engineers & technicians
- Experienced personnel as a refresher course and to broaden their knowledge
- Instructional designers and those involved in writing manuals and operational procedures
- Anyone else with an interest in how process control and PID controllers should be designed, tuned and used in process industries