Mechatronics Technology  ·  Level 6
Mechatronic Systems Instrumentation And Control
Chapter 6: Interpret and produce instrumentation drawings and documentation
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Practical 1: Interpretation of Instrumentation Symbols and Legends from a Piping and Instrumentation Diagram

Mechatronics Technology · Level 6
Mechatronic Systems Instrumentation And Control
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Interpret and annotate instrumentation symbols and legends on a P&ID sheet measuring 420mm x 297mm (A3 size) according to the provided legend and standard symbols.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
PencilA4 Drawing Paper
EraserInstrumentation Legend Sheet
Ruler 30 cmPiping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) Sheet
Calculator
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1A4 Drawing Paper1 Pc per Candidate
2Instrumentation Legend Sheet1 Pc per Candidate
3Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) Sheet1 Pc per Candidate
4Pencil1 Pc per Candidate
5Eraser1 Pc per Candidate
6Ruler 30 cm1 Pc per Candidate
7Calculator1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Interpretation of Instrumentation Symbols and Legends
Wore personal protective equipment i. Overall/dust coat ii. Safety boots
(Award 1 mark for each PPE worn)
2
Identified and interpreted standard instrumentation symbols correctly from the P&ID
(Award 2 marks for each correctly identified and interpreted symbol, up to 3 symbols)
6
Annotated the P&ID with correct symbols and legends
(Award 1 mark for each correct annotation, up to 5 annotations)
5
Used the instrumentation legend sheet correctly for symbol referencing
(Award 3 marks if all symbols referenced correctly, 0 if none or incorrectly)
3
Maintained neatness and clarity in annotations and markings
(Award 2 marks for clear and neat annotations, 0 if messy or unclear)
2
Sub-Total18
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Accurate interpretation and correct identification of at least 5 instrumentation symbols matching the legend
(Award 2 marks for each correctly identified symbol, up to 5 symbols)
10
Correct and clear annotations on the P&ID sheet without errors
(Award 7 marks if annotations are all correct, 0 if incorrect)
7
Overall presentation of the annotated P&ID sheet including legibility and proper use of legend
(Award 5 marks for professional presentation and use of legend)
5
Sub-Total22
GRAND TOTAL40
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Create a basic instrumentation loop diagram for a temperature control system

Mechatronics Technology · Level 6
Mechatronic Systems Instrumentation And Control
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Produce a single-line instrumentation loop diagram for a temperature control system with a sensor, controller, and final control element, showing a loop length of 5000 mm.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
PencilA4 Drawing Paper
EraserInstrumentation Symbols Reference Sheet
Ruler 300mm
Set of colored pens (Red, Blue, Black)
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1A4 Drawing Paper1 Pc per Candidate
2Pencil1 Pc per Candidate
3Eraser1 Pc per Candidate
4Ruler 300mm1 Pc per Candidate
5Set of colored pens (Red, Blue, Black)1 Set per Candidate
6Instrumentation Symbols Reference Sheet1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: PPE and Preparation
Wore personal protective equipment i.e. overall or dust coat
(Award 1 mark if worn, 0 if missing)
1
Wore safety boots
(Award 1 mark if worn, 0 if missing)
1
Sub-Total2
TASK 2: Diagram Drawing Process
Correctly sketched the instrumentation loop layout
(Award 2 marks for correct loop layout and flow direction)
2
Used standard instrumentation symbols
(Award 2 marks for correct use of symbols per reference sheet)
2
Accurately labeled all components (sensor, controller, final control element)
(Award 2 marks for correct and clear labeling)
2
Drew loop length dimension as 5000 mm
(Award 1 mark for correct dimensioning)
1
Used colored pens appropriately for wiring and signal lines
(Award 1 mark for neat and consistent color coding)
1
Sub-Total8
TASK 3: Final Review and Presentation
Erased all construction lines and kept the drawing neat
(Award 1 mark for neatness and clarity)
1
Presented the completed diagram within the allocated time
(Award 1 mark if completed on time)
1
Sub-Total2
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Diagram shows correct instrumentation loop with sensor, controller, and final control element connected
(Award 3 marks for completeness and accuracy)
3
Loop length dimension is correctly indicated as 5000 mm
(Award 2 marks for dimension accuracy)
2
All symbols and labels conform to standard instrumentation notation
(Award 3 marks for correct symbol usage and labeling)
3
Sub-Total8
GRAND TOTAL20
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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