Week 11

Question 1

Which of the following statements is a benefit of having well-written learning
objectives?
a. Indicates how to apply the information back on the job
b. Specifies expected behaviors upon completion of the training
c. Accurately reflects assumptions about the target audience
d. Specifies whom the educational program is intended for

Answer 1

b. Specifies expected behaviors upon completion of the training

Question 2

An organization provides operators with training in HMI software. The primary
purpose of training should be to
a. build the knowledge and skills within the operating personnel.
b. fulfill operator training mandated by federal, state, and local regulations.
c. provide competitive advantage compared to best-in-class manufacturers.
d. reduce organizational liability.

Answer 2

a. build the knowledge and skills within the operating personnel.

Question 3

System commissioning typically includes all of the following procedures EXCEPT
a. Safety procedures should be tested.
b. Sources of measurement error should be grouped in major categories.
c. Process center lines should be established or confirmed.
d. Operating procedures should be tested and/or fine-tuned.

Answer 3

b. Sources of measurement error should be grouped in major categories.

Question 4

A recommended practice for FAT is to
a. use destructive testing methods only in conjunction with acceptance sampling.
b. test for normal operation, process setpoint changes, process upsets, and
abnormal operations.
c. employ nondestructive testing techniques such as magnetic particle testing.
d. involve end-user representatives from various departments.

Answer 4

d. involve end-user representatives from various departments.

Question 5

In which of the following situations would on-the-job (OJT) operator training be a
better choice than classroom instruction?
a. Learning continuous improvement concepts
b. Learning to perform a routine troubleshooting procedure
c. Developing conflict resolution skills
d. Improving communication skills

Answer 5

b. Learning to perform a routine troubleshooting procedure

Question 6

What is the primary benefit of using a testing matrix during commissioning?
a. To specify roles that should be filled (safety, communications, testing, etc.)
b. To identify necessary checkout activities for system elements
c. To ensure that all devices are properly calibrated prior to installation
d. To ensure staff representation from operations, maintenance, engineering, and
management

Answer 6

b. To identify necessary checkout activities for system elements

Question 7

For systems built at the end-user facility, a SAT should
a. employ both nondestructive and destructive testing techniques as appropriate.
b. include bench calibration since vendor calibration is not performed.
c. include alarm and interlock testing.
d. perform all elements that would normally be included in FAT.

Answer 7

d. perform all elements that would normally be included in FAT.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of adult learning?
a. Training should be done in a comfortable setting.
b. Trainers should control the decisions about learning.
c. Training should be life-centered and immediately transfer back to the job.
d. Participants should understand how they will benefit.

Answer 8

b. Trainers should control the decisions about learning.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT part of receipt verification?
a. Comparison of loop checks to loop diagrams
b. Match to purchase order and instrumentation
c. Correct quantity of operator manuals received
d. Manufacturer and model number

Answer 9

a. Comparison of loop checks to loop diagrams

Question 10

A common-sense safety precaution during commissioning and system testing
is:
a. Refer to existing fault tree diagrams whenever there are extremely critical toplevel events.
b. Know what you’re working with, be smart, and never work alone.
c. Use a closed loop information system.
d. Proceed only when there are no defects.

Answer 10

b. Know what you’re working with, be smart, and never work alone.

Question 11

During HMI training intended to develop familiarity with controls, which training
method will be MOST likely to enhance a new operator’s retention?
a. Lecture and discussion
b. Reading and lecture
c. Hands-on
d. Demonstration

Answer 11

c. Hands-on

Question 12

During an install verification process, an operator or process engineer might:
a. verify manufacturing model numbers.
b. check logic and programming under dynamic conditions.
c. confirm that the permanent tag is properly verified.
d. compare a component to a P&ID.

Answer 12

d. compare a component to a P&ID.

Question 13

Which of the following procedures would NOT be included in an instrument
commission testing matrix?
a. Loop checks and loop tuning
b. Calibration
c. Receipt verification
d. Justification analysis

Answer 13

d. Justification analysis

Question 14

Why is it best to incorporate a variety of training activities when training operators in
a classroom setting?
a. To appeal to different learning styles
b. To reinforce correct behaviors
c. To gain the buy-in of supervisors for training away from the plant floor
d. To facilitate a friendly, open atmosphere

Answer 14

a. To appeal to different learning styles

Question 15

In developing an instrument loop diagram, square symbols are used to represent
a. field instruments.
b. junction boxes.
c. communications links.
d. control stations.

Answer 15

b. junction boxes.

Question 16

Which of the following statements describes an advantage of a self-study workbook
for operator training?
a. Promotes reading, which is the most preferred learning style of adult learners
b. Provides interactivity through paper-and-pencil self-check questions and tests
c. Allows participants to delve deeper in areas of particular interest
d. Provides all participants with common baseline of knowledge

Answer 16

d. Provides all participants with common baseline of knowledge

Question 17

To maximize effectiveness, a loop check should be
a. performed before the DCS program is completed and loaded.
b. coordinated with the field calibration requirements.
c. first simulated through a high fidelity dynamic simulation.
d. performed before PLC code is loaded on the control system.

Answer 17

b. coordinated with the field calibration requirements.

Question 18

Abnormal condition training would BEST be presented through which training
method?
a. Classroom seminar
b. Video or CD-ROM
c. Dynamic simulation
d. On-the-job training (OJT)

Answer 18

c. Dynamic simulation

Question 19

Which type of loop check tests process parameters such as temperature, pressure,
and level flow?
a. Discrete output (DO)
b. Analog output (AO)
c. Analog input (AI)
d. Discrete input (DI)

Answer 19

c. Analog input (AI)

Question 20

Which training method is BEST suited to help operators with rarely performed
maintenance tasks?
a. Dynamic simulation
b. Checklist
c. Computer-based training
d. Refresher training with an instructor

Answer 20

b. Checklist

Question 21

Which statement BEST describes the importance of evaluating operator training?
a. It indicates how well participants liked the training.
b. It helps to measure program effectiveness and areas for improvement.
c. It provides records of who participated for ongoing monitoring.
d. It provides compliance records for training mandated by federal, state, and
local regulations.

Answer 21

b. It helps to measure program effectiveness and areas for improvement.