Plant Operator Series - Fundamentals of Basic Physics -Course Number 49

Basic principles of physics for plant operators and process industry mechanics.

Course No. 49

16 hours

Plant Operator Series – Fundamentals of Basic Physics

This course covers the basic principles of physics that are essential for new process plant operators and mechanics to understand. Concepts covered included weight, form, volume, temperature, pressure, density, and specific gravity, as well as the properties and behavior of condensates and vapors. The course also covers the conversion of various units of pressure measurement and the effects of temperature and pressure on gases and liquids. Additionally, the course covers the principles of compression and expansion, and the impact of temperature and pressure on vapors, liquids, and condensates. This course is ideal for individuals who are starting a career in the process industries and want to gain a solid understanding of the fundamental principles of physics that are relevant to their work.

Prerequisites: Familiarity with multiplication and division of whole numbers and the use of fractions and decimals.

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