About Our Boiler Control & Instrumentation Course

Time Training Center’s 5-day, 30-hour Boiler Control & Instrumentation Course equips you with comprehensive knowledge of boiler control systems and instrumentation used in industrial steam-generating operations. 

This intensive course emphasizes the principles and practices essential for maintaining efficient, stable, and safe boiler operation across a wide range of boiler configurations from compact gas-fired units to complex multi-fuel industrial boilers. Participants gain a solid foundation in control system design and functionality, focusing on key operational parameters including combustion air and fuel control, furnace draft, drum water level, steam temperature, and pressure regulation.

The course covers the full spectrum of boiler control architecture, from basic control loop components to advanced process control strategies and burner management systems. Participants explore the integration of safety interlocks, flame detection, startup sequencing, and shutdown procedures in compliance with international standards and best practices. Through technical discussions, real-world case studies, and practical control scenarios, the program equips engineers and plant personnel with the skills necessary to evaluate, implement, and troubleshoot boiler control systems for improved operational efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Boiler Control & Instrumentation Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this Boiler Control & Instrumentation  course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the purpose and functional requirements of essential boiler control systems, including combustion, steam pressure, and temperature regulation.
• Interpret boiler control diagrams and instrumentation symbols in line with industry standards (ISA, SAMA), and apply control system design principles to real-world applications.
• Evaluate and tune boiler control loops to enhance operational responsiveness, stability, and efficiency.
• Apply fundamental and advanced concepts in process control, including feedback, feedforward, ratio, and limiting strategies, as applied to boiler instrumentation.
• Analyze and implement feedwater and drum level control systems using one-, two-, and three-element control configurations.
• Understand the dynamics and performance criteria of furnace air and draft control systems, including pressure measurement, dew point impacts, and implosion protection.
• Optimize combustion systems for various fuel types (coal, oil, gas) using fuel-air ratio control, excess air measurement, and boiler efficiency monitoring.
• Ensure safe operation through effective design and implementation of burner management systems (BMS), including startup sequencing, flame monitoring, and shutdown logic in compliance with safety standards.
• Design and maintain steam temperature control systems using superheater and attemperator arrangements for stable and efficient operation.
• Implement steam pressure and load control strategies in single and multi-boiler configurations, including load sharing and dynamic response tuning.
• Explore current technologies and advanced control strategies to enhance boiler plant performance, reliability, and compliance with modern safety requirements.

Who Should Attend Our Boiler Control & Instrumentation Course?

This course is highly beneficial for professionals involved in the operation, control, and maintenance of industrial boilers and steam systems, including:

• Senior Boiler Plant Operators, Installers, and Repair Technicians
• Control System Engineers and Process Control Specialists
• Instrumentation Engineers and Technicians working with boiler automation
• Boiler Plant Commissioning Engineers and Consultants
• Operations, Maintenance, and Inspection Engineers
• Mechanical Engineers and Technicians responsible for steam system performance
• Design Engineers engaged in boiler control systems design
• Engineering Consultants involved in thermal and process plant efficiency and safety

Boiler Control & Instrumentation Course Training Methodology

We employ a comprehensive and applied learning strategy, integrating theory with real-world implementation:

• 30% Conceptual Learning: Expert-led sessions on catalytic theory and engineering principles
• 20% Interactive Workshops: Group exercises, presentations, and technical discussion forums
• 30% Case-Based Learning: Industry-specific examples and troubleshooting scenarios
• 20% Technology Integration: Digital tools, simulations, and catalyst modeling applications

Note: Instructors may adjust the training approach to fit technical requirements or participant engagement levels.

Boiler Control & Instrumentation Course Instructor

Our courses are delivered by highly qualified instructors with extensive experience in both industry and academia. With decades of hands-on expertise across a wide range of technical disciplines, our instructors are dedicated to providing high-quality, impactful training that equips participants with practical knowledge and skills they can immediately apply. Full instructor profiles are available upon request.

Boiler Control & Instrumentation Course Fees

The course fee includes the following:

• Course Materials: Comprehensive participant materials, including lecture notes, slides, and case study documents. (Tablet or IPAD)
• Coffee/Tea: Provided on arrival and during morning and afternoon breaks to keep participants refreshed.
• Buffet Lunch: Served daily to ensure participants have an opportunity to network and recharge during lunch breaks.

Boiler Control & Instrumentation Course Outline

Module 1: Essentials of Boiler Processes

• Pre-test assessment of existing knowledge
• Objectives and functions of boiler control systems
• Overview of common industrial boiler types
• Boiler process block diagrams: key inputs and output variables
• Operational hazards and safety concerns in boilers
• Core control functions in boilers and furnaces

Module 2: Process Control & Instrumentation for Boilers

• Overview of sensors and transmitters used in boiler systems
• Fundamentals of closed-loop control: feedback, feedforward, ratio, and limiting control
• Boiler control hardware and software components
• Safety instrumented systems and IEC 61511 compliance
• Interpretation of instrumentation diagrams (ISA and SAMA standards)
• Distributed control systems (DCS) and safety system segregation

Module 3: Feedwater and Drum Level Control

• Level performance criteria: accuracy, quality, and stability
• Dynamic response of drum level in varying load conditions
• Control strategies: single-element, two-element, and three-element systems
• Drum level measurement challenges and best practices
• Safety systems related to feedwater and drum level

Module 4: Furnace Air and Draft Control

• Draft control performance targets: pressure and temperature
• Furnace pressure profiles and control mechanisms
• Pressure measurement techniques and impact of elevation
• Combustion air temperature control and dew point considerations
• Prevention of furnace implosion through draft management

Module 5: Combustion Control Systems

• Principles of efficient and safe combustion
• Fuel-specific control strategies for coal, oil, and gas
• Stoichiometric air requirements and excess air management
• Fuel-air ratio control systems and measurement tools
• Dynamic firing rate control with cross-limit strategies
• Boiler efficiency assessment using flue gas analyzers
• Integration of optimizing controllers for combustion tuning

Module 6: Burner Management Systems (BMS))

• Safety and control requirements for burners and igniters
• Regulatory standards for furnace and burner operation
• Flame monitoring systems and flame failure detection techniques
• Sequencing and protection during burner startup
• Furnace supervisory control systems and emergency shutdown protocols

Module 7: Steam Temperature Control

• Superheater and attemperator system configurations
• Control logic for steam temperature stability
• Design and function of de-superheater controls

Module 8: Steam Pressure and Boiler Load Control

• Pressure control and flow dynamics in steam systems
• Single-boiler load control techniques
• Strategies for multi-boiler installations and load sharing systems

Module 9: Capstone and Assessment

• Review of Core Topics and Key Learnings
• Final Group Discussion and Q&A
• Post-Test Evaluation
• Certificate Presentation

Course Completion Certificate

Upon successfully completing the Boiler Control & Instrumentation Course at Time Training Center, participants will receive an official Course Completion Certificate. This certificate recognizes their achievement, expertise, and commitment to professional development in boiler control and instrumentation.