Lesson series
Pilot Devices
This training module is designed to provide a general knowledge of the various ways
operators control processes. It is an expanded version of the Operator Devices module and includes everything from pushbuttons to audible and visible alarms.
Course Length - 1.5 Hours
Course Length - 1.5 Hours
What's included?
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Course Outline
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Types of Pilot Devices
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Pilot Device Sizes
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Panel Pilot Devices – Pushbuttons, Selector Switches, Lights
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Special Function Devices
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Contact Blocks
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Pushbutton Stations
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Machine Tool Pilot Devices
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Beacons
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Audible Devices
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Stack Lights
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Pressure and Flow Devices
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Contact block configurations
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Human Machine Interface
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Applications
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Selection Factors
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the student will be qualified to:
Understand the various pilot devices
Be familiar with pushbutton types
Understand selector switch operation
Distinguish the different indicator lights
Be familiar with special function operators
Recognize the different contact blocks
Determine differences between flow and
pressure devices
Distinguish different beacons and audible devices
Understand why stack lights are used on machines
Be able to understand the basics of electronic operator interface devices
Know how to apply pilot devices
Highlight
You will also learn how to understand how to apply audible and visual indicating devices.
Course Lessons