A “common competency” is one that describes the knowledge, skills and attitudes found in most or all works undertaken by technical professional including instrument technicians, electrician, electronics technician, maintenance technician, etc.

This module covers the fundamentals of instrumentation and control. It explains the elements of instrumentation and control systems and their principles including its operation, design, function and installation requirements. It also covers the fundamentals of measuring common process variables including pressure, level, flow and temperature. More important areas of I&C standards are explained including but not limited to safety, drawings, specifications, sizes and installation criteria.

Essential materials are presented in a manner that will enhance the knowledge and skills of participants in the proper operation, maintenance and installation of instrumentation and control devices.

This subject contains topics on the Fundamentals of Automatic Control Systems. It covers discussions and activities on Tesda standards terminologies, Tesda competency assessment concepts and principles, Tesda competency standards on Instrumentation & Control Servicing and Mechatronics Servicing, and other related topics.

This subject is intended to introduce automatic control systems for technicians and engineers working in manufacturing and other related industries.