Using the ISA/IEC 62443 Standards to Secure Your Control Systems (IC32)
2021-09-13 08:00 - 2021-11-14 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Burns McDonnell,1898 & Co., 1700 West Loop South, Houston, 77027, United States
Certification of Completion: A Certificate of Completion indicating the total number of CEUs earned will be provided upon successful completion of the course.
Certificate Program: Part of the ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Certificate Program
Your course registration includes your registration for the exam.
Description:
The move to using open standards such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, and web technologies in supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and process control networks has begun to expose these systems to the same cyberattacks that have wreaked so much havoc on corporate information systems. This course provides a detailed look at how the ANSI/ISA99 standards can be used to protect your critical control systems. It also explores the procedural and technical differences between the security for traditional IT environments and those solutions appropriate for SCADA or plant floor environments.
You will be able to:

Discuss the principles behind creating an effective long term program security
Interpret the ISA/IEC 62443 industrial security framework and apply them to your operation
Define the basics of risk and vulnerability analysis methodologies
Describe the principles of security policy development
Explain the concepts of defense in depth and zone/conduit models of security
Analyze the current trends in industrial security incidents and methods hackers use to attack a system
Define the principles behind the key risk mitigation techniques, including anti-virus and patch management, firewalls, and virtual private networks

You will cover:

Understanding the Current Industrial Security Environment: What is Electronic Security for Industrial Automation and Control Systems? | How IT and the Plant Floor are Different and How They are the Same
How Cyberattacks Happen: Understanding the Threat Sources | The Steps to Successful Cyberattacks
Creating A Security Program: Critical Factors for Success/Understanding the ANSI/ISA-62443-2-1 (ANSI/ISA-99.02.01-2009)- Security for Industrial Automation and Control Systems: Establishing an Industrial Automation and Control Systems Security Program
Risk Analysis: Business Rationale | Risk Identification, Classification, and Assessment
Addressing Risk with Security Policy, Organization, and Awareness: Cyber Security Management System Scope | Organizational Security | Staff Training and Security Awareness
Addressing Risk with Selected Security Counter Measures: Personnel Security | Physical and Environmental Security | Network Segmentation | Access Control
Addressing Risk with Implementation Measures: Risk Management and Implementation | System Development and Maintenance | Information and Document Management
Monitoring and Improving the CSMS: Compliance and Review | Improve and Maintain the CSMS
Validating or Verifying the Security of Systems: What is being done? | Developing Secure Products and Systems

Classroom/Laboratory Demo:

PCAP Live Capture Analysis

Includes ISA Standards:

ANSI/ISA-62443-1-1 (ANSI/ISA-99.00.01-2007), Security for Industrial Automation and Control Systems Part 1: Terminology, Concepts & Models
ANSI/ISA-62443-2-1 (ANSI/ISA-99.02.01-2009), Security for Industrial Automation and Control Systems: Establishing an Industrial Automation and Control Systems Security Program
ANSI/ISA-62443-3-3, Security for industrial automation and control systems: System security requirements and security levels

Recommended Pre-Requisites:
There are no required prerequisites for taking this course; however, it is highly recommended that applicants have at least one to three years of experience in the cybersecurity field with some experience in an industrial setting.
ISA Courses: TS06, TS12, or equivalent knowledge/experience would be beneficial.
Note from the Instructor: One of the challenges I have had in teaching IC32 is students attending without any or limited knowledge of TS04, TS06, TS12 or cybersecurity general principles. IC32 is a 14-hour boot camp style class and there is not a lot of time to teach basic comms and cybersecurity.
Recommended reading in preparation for course:
Cybersecurity Library
Which Security Level (SL) would have been required to prevent the attack?
Not sure this particular course is for you?
A pre-instructional survey is available for you to evaluate your level of understanding of the course material and to show you the types of questions you’ll be able to answer after completing the course.

Technician Training Boot Camp (TTBC)
2021-10-04 08:00 - 2021-10-08 17:00 | Kenexis, 15995 N Barkers Lndg Rd Ste 143 Houston, TX 77079-2418, Houston, TX, 77079-2418, United States
5-Day Intensive Hands-on Training Curriculum

Instrumentation Basics
Calibration and Maintenance
Digital (Smart) Transmitters
Control Valves, Positioners, and DVCs
Tuning and Troubleshooting Control Systems

Days: 4.5
CEUs: 3.6
PDHs: 36
ISA Technician Training Boot Camp combines a unique technical training course with minimum lecture and maximum hands-on experience. Over 75% of your time will be spent on equipment labs!
This week of intensive training will cover a broad range of technical topics needed to get the job done right. Starting with basic instrumentation fundamentals and ending with the advanced and ultimate in smart technology, this comprehensive program will serve as a vital building block to your professional development and skills enhancement efforts. This course also serves as a solid introduction to other ISA courses that will help you advance your automation and control career.
This course focuses on the knowledge required by a control systems technician with five years’ experience in performing maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting tasks typical of a plant floor environment. It will test an individual’s skill sets and serve as a self-assessment of additional training needs and will:

Provide a review of industrial measurement and control concepts and terminology
Review and Refresh present skills
Introduce new skills

Who Should Attend?

Technicians with instrument maintenance responsibilities, and a good working knowledge of instrument fundamentals and terminology.
Instrument supervisors needing to understand and evaluate the skill sets required to perform instrument maintenance tasks.
Reliability and maintenance engineers needing to learn and/or evaluate instrument maintenance processes.

Course Objectives

Provide an overview of industrial measurement and control in order to communicate appropriately with other control system professionals
Define a process to properly tune control loops
Present a systematic approach for troubleshooting and start-up of single- and multi-loop control loops to maintain good process control systems
Describe the operation and maintenance of pneumatic instruments employed in modern process facilities with an emphasis on valves, positioners, controllers, and transmitters
Perform proper installation, calibration, and maintenance of electronic instruments
Deliver a working knowledge of smart field devices including both digital transmitters and digital valve controllers

DAY 1: Instrumentation Basics
You Will Cover:

Conventional analog field devices: Sensor Technologies | Measurement Fundamentals | Standard Signals
Loop Characteristics: Current Loop | Power Source
Smart Field Devices: Current Practice | Typical Smart D/P Transmitter | Configurations

Classroom/Laboratory Exercises:

Calibrate process measurement devices
Current loop construction and measurements
Configure smart transmitters

You Will Be Able To:

Describe the operation of a pneumatic differential pressure transmitters
Calibrate a pneumatic d/p transmitter
Describe the operation of the 4-20 ma current loop
Perform voltage and current measurements in a 4-20 ma current loop
Describe the operation of an electronic differential pressure transmitter
Calibrate an electronic d/p transmitter
Describe the configuration process for a digital transmitter
Configure a digital transmitter

DAY 2: Calibration and Maintenance
You Will Cover:

Temperature Measurements and Sensor Fundamentals
D/P Level Applications: Hydrostatic Head Level Measurement | Bubbler Level Measurement | Level Transmitter | Open and Closed Tank Installation | Remote Seals
Calibration and Configuration: Configuring Smart Temperature Transmitters

Classroom/Laboratory Exercises:

Calculate span and range values for various level measurement applications
Calibrate differential pressure, RTD, and thermocouple transmitters
View a three-wire RTD demonstration and identify errors
D/P Liquid Level Measurement with elevation/suppression applications

You Will Be Able To:

Connect various transmitters for measurements of level, flow, and temperature
Calculate measurement ranges for d/p level applications
Calibrate various d/p transmitters for level measurements
Describe temperature measurements utilizing various sensors and transmitters
Calibrate various temperature transmitters utilizing various sensors

DAY 3: Digital (Smart) Transmitters
You Will Cover:

Analog vs. Digital Instruments: Analog Limitations | Calibration of Analog vs. Digital Instruments
Serial Digital Communications: Modem | FSK | Protocol
HART™ Communication: Features | Master/Slave | Point-to-Point | Capabilities of HART

Classroom/Laboratory Exercises:

Configure digital transmitters and digital valve controllers and control valves
Perform sensor trims and calibrations
Use various communication tools to configure smart field devices

You Will Be Able To:

Differentiate between analog and digital instruments
Configure, re-range, and calibrate smart/digital field devices
Communicate with digital devices utilizing computer-based software

Day 4: Control Valves, Positioners, and DVCs
You Will Cover:

Analog Positioners: Operation of Analog Positioners | Calibration
Smart Control Valves: Digital Positioners | Diagnostic Tools | Control Valve Tuning
Diagnostics: Features | Capabilities

Classroom/Laboratory Exercises:

Calibrate and split-range analog positioners
Configure, calibrate, and split-range DVCs
Use various communication tools to configure DVCs
Perform diagnostic tests on smart control valves

You Will Be Able To:

Differentiate between analog and digital positioners
Configure, split-range, and calibrate analog positioners
Configure and calibrate control valves fitted with digital valve controllers
Communicate with DVCs utilizing computer-based software
Test diagnostic capabilities of digital valve controllers

Day 5: Tuning and Troubleshooting Control Systems
You Will Cover:

Review of Feedback Control Concepts and Components: History of Control Operation | Concepts | Pictorial Representation | Disturbances in the Loop
Control Modes: Proportional | Integral | Derivative
Introduction to Troubleshooting: Purpose of Troubleshooting | Reasons for Troubleshooting
Approaches to Troubleshooting: Equipment History | Input/Output (Serial) | Shotgun Approach | Logical Analysis
Logical Analysis Troubleshooting: Verify | Identify | Repair | Test | Follow-up on Problems

Classroom/Laboratory Exercises:

Demonstrate the operation of components required for closed loop control
Tune feedback control loops via a number of different methods
Tune using PC-based simulation software
Observe operation and tuning of a feedback control loop
Diagnose and solve problems with single-loop control loops
Troubleshoot several single control loop problems

You Will Be Able To:

Define the concepts of PID control
Explain component operation in a closed loop control system
Use the trial-and-error methods to tune a control system for stated quality control
Develop a systematic approach to troubleshooting
Identify why a systematic approach to troubleshooting is most effective
Follow specified procedures for proper loop check-out
Verify, locate, and identify performance problems and the causes of the problems

Course Resources (included with registration)
Textbook: Measurement and Control Basics, Fifth Edition
By Thomas A. Hughes
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Calibration: A Technician’s Guide
By Mike Cable
Fundamentals of Process Control Theory, Third Edition
by P.W. Murrill
Troubleshooting: A Technician’s Guide, Second Edition
By William L. Mostia, Jr., P.E.

Being a Lifelong Learner & a report on the “State of the Society
2021-10-06 12:00 - 13:00
Download and install Zoom software if necessary
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUodeGhqzkqG9A4pXQsgRwow7mIJjFQN4GB
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
You may join the meeting starting at approximately 12:00 pm for socializing and announcements
The presentation will begin at ~12:15 pm
Abstract:
This month we are honored to welcome current ISA President Steve Mustard as our special guest.
As ISA President Steve has had the great privilege to watch ISA embark on new learning initiatives in continued support of our automation profession. These new programs (coming out very soon) build on the traditional skills and knowledge required for automation professionals, adding further opportunities to develop.
Steve believes there is no better time than now for you to commit (or recommit) yourself to lifelong learning.
In addition, Steve will give us a report on the “State of the Society” and answer any questions you have regarding the direction of ISA, time permitting.
Presenter:
Steve Mustard

President, International Society of Automation (ISA)
President & CEO at National Automation, Inc
Steve Mustard is a Licensed Professional Engineer (Texas, Kansas) and UK Chartered Engineer with technical development and management experience in process automation and business process re-engineering across multiple sectors.
Fellow of Institution of Engineering and Technology and former Chairman of Americas Regional Board, former Chairman of Control & Automation Technical & Professional Network, former Council member.
Senior Member of ISA, Certified Automation Professional (CAP) and former board member of Automation Federation. GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP). GSX Certified Mission Critical Professional (CMCP), and former Chair of Automation Federation’s Cyber-security committee. Member of ISA99 committee.
Works with companies to improve their performance through the identification of process bottlenecks and the intelligent introduction of technology to remove them.
Specialties: Automation, remote monitoring, telemetry, SCADA, risk management, safety assurance, cybersecurity assurance, six sigma, business process analysis.

CSE Exam Study Group : Signals, Transmission, Networking Part 2
2021-10-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Vector, 14517 Kirby Dr, Pearland, TX, 77047, United States
Are you looking to take your PE Engineering Exam for the State of Texas in October?
Are you looking for a Group to Study with? HOUSTON ISA Section is your answer.

All Future Control Systems PEs!

Sign up quickly with ISA Houston Section which is offering a 10-session professional study group course to prepare you to pass the Control Systems Engineer (CSE) Professional Engineer (PE) examination in October.

The course includes exam preparation materials that will be reviewed during each session with a knowledgeable facilitator. If you are a control systems professional in the Houston area and are planning to take the CSE exam, follow this link to find out more information and register for the course.”

For each session you want to attend you MUST sign up for that session. Also, you must be a ISA member in good standing. These sessions are at no charge and are provided as a service from the ISA Houston Section.

In order to receive the discount for ISA books, you must register no later than July 31st.

For questions on the CSE Exam Study Course please email the assistant education chair, Glen Wood, at glnwd15@gmail.com

Automation Engineering Survival Training (AEST)
2021-10-11 08:00 - 2021-10-15 17:00 | Kenexis, 15995 N Barkers Lndg Rd Ste 143 Houston, TX 77079-2418, Houston, TX, 77079-2418, United States
ISA Automation Engineering Survival Training (AEST)
Do you have what it takes to survive in the world of process automation?
Sharpen your process automation know-how with this intensive week of expert-led lecture and hands-on exercises covering practical, real-world automation survival skills.
Automation Engineering Survival Training is a unique process automation engineering experience designed to hone your process automation knowledge and skills. This intensive technical training boot camp for automation engineers combines lecture and hands-on labs with bonus features, including a plant tour to maximize your learning experience.
ISA’s seasoned “Survival Expert” will guide you through a fast-paced and rigorous course of topics from process measurement fundamentals through advanced automation, and everything in between! This course also serves as a solid introduction to other ISA engineering courses that can assist in the advancement of your process engineering career.
Who Should Attend?

New automation, control system, or process control engineers
Recent process engineering and other engineering graduates
Seasoned engineers looking to refresh their process automation knowledge and skills
Individuals wanting to learn more about process automation

Intensive Hands-On Training Curriculum
Days: 4.5
CEUs: 3.6
PDHs: 36
DAY 1: Measurement Basics & Documentation
You Will Cover:

Concepts of Process Control: Typical Industries | Definitions | Continuous vs. Batch | Feedback Loop
Documentation: Instrument Line Symbols | Function Symbols | Identification Letters | Piping and Instrumentation Drawing (P&ID) | Loop Diagram
Industrial Measurement Systems: Process Measurement | Standard Signals | Instrument Performance Terminology | Repeatability and Accuracy | Zero, Span, and Linearity Errors | Calibration Chart
Control System Hardware: Pneumatic Controller | Electronic Controller | Single Loop Controller | Distributed Control System (DCS) | Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) | Personal Computers (PC) for Control
Temperature Measurement: Temperature Scales | Liquid-in-Glass, Filled Bulb, and Bimetallic Thermometers | Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs) | Reference Junction Compensation | Thermocouplers
Pressure Transducers: Pressure Elements | Signal Generation | Pressure/Force Relationships | Selection
Flowmeters: DP | Magnetic | Mass | Other

Classroom/Laboratory Exercises:

Develop diagrams for flow, level, temperature, and pressure loops
Interpret simple P&IDs
Evaluate level instrument performance and accuracy
Determine upstream and downstream piping considerations
Select flowmeters for a variety of specific applications and specify installation and calibration requirements

You Will Be Able To:

Discuss the role of measurement and control in industrial processes
Differentiate between continuous, batch, and discrete control
Discuss the fundamentals of process control
Apply specific ISA Standards to interpret symbols and drawings associated with process control documentation
Discuss and apply the most common methods and devices used in temperature, pressure, level, and flow measurement

DAY 2: Control Valves & Strategies
You Will Cover:

Introduction: Valve in Loop | Valve | Actuator | Positioner
Basic Valve Types: Globe | Ball | Plug | Butterfly
Installation: Performance | Safety | Other
Valve Sizing: Manual | Computer
Review of Feedback Control Concepts and Components: History of Control Operation | Concepts
Control Modes: Proportional | Integral | Derivative
Dynamic and Steady State Considerations: Gain | Dead Time | Time Constant
Tuning Control Systems: Closed Loop Tuning Using Ziegler Nichols Method | Evaluation and Control Criteria
Advanced Regulatory Control: Feedback Penalty | Challenges in Feedback Control | Real-World Control

Classroom/Laboratory Exercises:

Size valves manually and with software
Specify valves, actuators, and auxiliaries for specific applications
Tune feedback control loops via a number of different methods
Tune using PC-based simulation software

You Will Be Able To:

Compare various types of final control elements
Size valves for any flow condition likely to be found in a process plant
Define the concepts of PID control
Explain the operation of the components in a closed loop control system including static and dynamic functions
Use three methods to tune a control system for stated quality control
Apply the operation and function of ratio control systems
Identify real-world control problems as the basis of need for advanced control

DAY 3: Safety & Operator Effectiveness
You Will Cover:

Graphics and Controls: HMI Hierarchy Design | Classes of Displays | Navigation
Human Engineering: Human Factors in Console Design
The Common Problems in Alarm Systems
The Alarm Management Lifecycle
Location Classification Standards
Protection Techniques Standards
Explosion Proof Enclosures
Intrinsic Safety
General SIS Design Considerations: Design Life Cycle | Separation of Control and Safety
Failure Rates and Modes: Safe vs. Dangerous | Failure Mode vs. Technology | Failure Rates | Test Intervals
System Technologies: Pneumatic | Relays | Microprocessors
Operations and Maintenance: Installation | Bypassing | Testing

Classroom/Laboratory Exercises:

Alarm prioritization
Area classification
Calculate device failure rates

You Will Be Able To:

Design a graphical hierarchy for navigation
Explain best practices in HMI
Develop an Alarm Management Philosophy
Discuss rationalization, classification, and prioritization of alarms
Describe and use procedures for electrical classification
Describe the basic principles of protection
Select explosion proof apparatus for specific applications
Select the appropriate protective techniques for different hazards
Differentiate between process control and safety control
Analyze the performance of different logic system technologies
Specify and select safety instrumented systems (SIS)

DAY 4: Industrial Security & Project Management

You Will Cover:

What is Data Communications?: ISO/OSI Reference Model | Terminology Basics
TCP/IP Basics: Is Ethernet Ready for the Plant Floor? | Industrial Ethernet Design Techniques
Data Exchange: Using OPC for Inter-System Data Exchanges
How Cyberattacks Happen: Understanding the Threat Sources | The Steps to Successful Cyberattacks
Standards and Models: ANSI/ISA95 Standards | MESA International Model | WBF B2MML XML Schemas
Information Model: Production Resources | Process Segments | Product Definition and Capability | Production Schedules | Production Performance
Types of Projects: Facility Update | Addition to Existing Process | Technology Replacement | New Facility
Fundamentals: Activity/Phase Concept | Best Practices | Phase Interaction | What to Do/How to Do it | Do it
Project Development: Schedule Preparation | PERT | CPM | GANT | Cost

Classroom/Laboratory Exercises:

Conduct security threat analysis
Identify key business processes and objects
Identify process segment definitions
Practice project scheduling techniques

You Will Be Able To:

Identify Local Area Network (LAN) topologies and protocols
Define the different Ethernet varieties and which are best for industry
Discuss the principles behind creating an effective long-term security program
Define the basics of risk and vulnerability analysis methodologies
Specify the requirements for an enterprise-control integration solution
Explain the business drivers involved in integration
Identify project types and overall goals and objectives
Explain the four important objectives critical to automation projects vs. the three objectives typical of other projects

DAY 5: Advanced Process Automation
You Will Cover:

Physical Model: Process Cells | Units | Equipment Modules | Control Modules
Recipe Information Categories: Header | Procedure | Formula | Equipment Requirements
Procedural Control Model: Procedure | Unit | Operation | Phase
Modes and States: Exception Handling | Allocation and Arbitration
Control Activity Model: Recipe Management | Production Planning and Scheduling | Production Information Management | Process Management | Unit Supervision | Process Control | Personnel and Environmental Protection
Integration: Communications | Manufacturing Execution System (MES) | Network Security
Workflow and Project Leadership: Opportunity Identification and Project Justification | Communications and Team Processes

Classroom/Laboratory Exercises:
Develop procedural elements using the ANSI/ISA88 procedural control model and test those procedural elements against the equipment entities

You Will Be Able To:

Specify the requirements for a batch control system
Effectively structure and subdivide equipment entities
Describe modes and states and how they are applied at the equipment level
Describe the interfaces that are needed between batch control and other systems within an enterprise
Apply the critical areas of automation opportunity identification and project justification
Interpret the best practice methodology for automation project execution

CSE Exam Study Group : Safety Systems Part 1
2021-10-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Vector, 14517 Kirby Dr, Pearland, TX, 77047, United States

Safety Instrumented Systems: A Life-Cycle Approach (EC50)
2021-10-18 08:00 - 2021-10-22 16:00 | Kenexis, 15995 N Barkers Lndg Rd Ste 143 Houston, TX 77079-2418, Houston, TX, 77079-2418, United States
Certification of Completion: A Certificate of Completion indicating the total number of CEUs earned will be provided upon successful completion of the course.
Course and Certificate Program: This course is required for the ISA/IEC 61511 SIS Fundamentals Specialist Certificate Program
Your course registration includes your registration for the exam.
Description:
This course focuses on the engineering requirements for the specification, design, analysis, and justification of safety instrumented systems for the process industries. Students will learn how to determine safety integrity levels and evaluate whether proposed or existing systems meet the performance and documentation requirements defined in the ISA 84 (IEC61511) standard.
This course is required for the ISA/IEC 61511 SIS Fundamentals Specialist Certificate. When you register for the course, the certificate exam is included with your registration.
Those who successfully complete this course and pass the exam receive the designation of ISA/IEC 61511 SIS Fundamentals Specialist Certificate.
You will be able to:

Differentiate between process control and safety control
Implement the ISA84 (IEC 61511) standard
Evaluate process risk levels
Select Safety Integrity Levels (SILs) for Safety Instrumented Functions (SIFs) using a variety of techniques
Analyze the performance of different logic system technologies
Analyze the performance of various sensor, logic, and final element configurations, as well as the impact of diagnostics, test intervals, common cause, system size, imperfect manual testing, and bypassing
Determine optimum system test intervals
Specify and select safety instrumented systems
Apply the documentation requirements for process safety management, regulations, and industry standards

You will cover:

Introduction: Accidents and Resulting Regulations | Lessons Learned From Past Accidents | Standards & Guidelines of Interest
Scope & Safety Life Cycle: Management Issues | Design Life Cycle |
Safety Layers: Independent Safety Layers | Separation of Control and Safety
Risk, Hazard Analysis, Safety Integrity Levels: Hazard Identification | Risk Assessment | Selecting Safety Integrity Levels | Layer of Protection Analysis
Failure Modes & Reliability Concepts: Safe vs. Dangerous | Failure Mode vs. Technology | Failure Rates | Modeling Techniques | Test Intervals | Fault Tolerance Requirements
System Technologies: Pneumatic | Relay | Microprocessor | Field Devices | Certification | Prior Use
System Design: Requirements Specification | General Design Issues (Environment, Interfaces, Bypasses, Resets, etc.)
Operations and Maintenance: Installation | Operation & Maintenance | Testing | Management of Change | Decommissioning

Classroom/Laboratory Exercises:
“The lab sessions were very helpful. I was very pleased with the course. More so than any other technical course I have been to. I feel that I really learned something.”
– Shawn Coughlan

Calculate device failure rates
Model system performance for relay and software-based logic systems
Model the impact of different configurations, field devices, automatic diagnostics, manual test intervals, common cause, and imperfect manual testing and bypassing
Determine the SIL (safety integrity level) of a sample functions and design a system to meet the performance requirements
Classroom Copies of ISA/IEC 61511 standards will be provided for your use during the course

A hand-held/scientific calculator should be brought to class.
Textbook Included:
Safety Instrumented Systems: A Life Cycle Approach
By Paul Gruhn, PE, CFSE and Simon Lucchini, CFSE, MIEAust CPEng
Not sure this particular course is for you?
A pre-instructional survey is available for you to evaluate your level of understanding of the course material and to show you the types of questions you’ll be able to answer after completing the course.

CSE Exam Study Group : Safety Systems Part 2
2021-10-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Vector, 14517 Kirby Dr, Pearland, TX, 77047, United States

Advanced Safety Integrity Level (SIL) Selection (EC52)
2021-10-25 08:00 - 2021-10-26 17:00 | Kenexis, 15995 N Barkers Lndg Rd Ste 143 Houston, TX 77079-2418, Houston, TX, 77079-2418, United States
Certification of Completion: A Certificate of Completion indicating the total number of CEUs earned will be provided upon successful completion of the course.
Certificate Program: This course is required for the ISA84 Safety Instrumented Systems Certificate Program 2. When you register for the course, the certificate exam is included with your registration. Please send an email to info@isa.org for further requirements for the exam. ISA Course Safety Instrumented Systems-A Life-Cycle Approach (EC50) or Safety Instrumented Systems: A Life-Cycle Approach (EC50E) and ISA Certificate Safety Instrumented Systems Certificate Program 1 are prerequisites for Certificate Program 2. Those who successfully complete this course and pass the exam receive the designation of ISA84 SIL Selection Specialist.
Description:
This course focuses on further hands-on examples of Safety Integrity Level (SIL) selection using a variety of different techniques and providing more insight into the factors that determine risk reduction requirements. Students will be better able to save their companies time and money through the optimization of system performance requirements.This builds upon the foundation set in ISA’s EC50 (Safety Instrumented Systems-A Life-Cycle Approach).

You will be able to:
Develop and implement different SIL selection techniques within your organization, including the risk matrix, risk graph, and LOPA (Layer Of Protection Analysis), in order to determine the appropriate level of performance needed of your safety systems. This will prevent you from over or under designing the system requirements and will save your organization time and money.
You will cover:

Prevention of System Requirements Over- or Under-Design
Determination of the Appropriate Level of Performance Needed for Your Safety Systems
Safety Integrity Level (SIL) Selection Hands-on Examples: 3-Dimensional Risk Matrix | Risk Graph | LOPA (Layer of Protection Analysis) | Modified (implicit) LOPA

Classroom/Laboratory Exercises:

The course consists of multiple application exercises of safety integrity level selection
Students are encouraged to bring their own examples to cover in class

A hand-held/scientific calculator should be brought to class
Classroom Copies of ISA/IEC 61511standards will be provided for your use during the course
Textbook Included: Safety Integrity Level Selection – Systematic Methods Including Layer of Protection Analysis by Edward M. Marszal, PE and Dr. Eric W. Scharpf, MIPENZ
Recommended Course Prerequisites:

ISA course Safety Instrumented Systems-Design, Analysis, and Justification (EC50 or EC50E) or fundamental understanding of Safety Instrumented Systems

Not sure this particular course is for you?
A pre-instructional survey is available for you to evaluate your level of understanding of the course material and to show you the types of questions you’ll be able to answer after completing the course.

Advanced Design and SIL Verification (EC54)
2021-10-27 08:00 - 2021-10-28 16:00 | Kenexis, 15995 N Barkers Lndg Rd Ste 143 Houston, TX 77079-2418, Houston, TX, 77079-2418, United States
Certification of Completion: A Certificate of Completion indicating the total number of CEUs earned will be provided upon successful completion of the course.
Certificate Program: This course is required for the ISA84 Safety Instrumented Systems Certificate Program 3. When you register for the course, the certificate exam is included with your registration. Please send an email to info@isa.org for further requirements for the exam. ISA Course Safety Instrumented Systems: A Life-Cycle Approach (EC50) or Safety Instrumented Systems: A Life-Cycle Approach (EC50E) and ISA Certificate Safety Instrumented Systems Certificate Program 1 are prerequisites for Certificate Program 3. Those who successfully complete this course and pass the certificate program exam receive the designation of ISA84 SIL Verification Specialist.
Description:
This course focuses on more detailed design issues and further hands-on examples of system analysis/modeling. Students will be better able to perform system design and analysis thus saving their companies time and money in optimizing system designs. This course will enable you to analyze any system technology and configuration to see if it will meet the required SIL (Safety Integrity Level) and determine if existing systems are safe enough, if they need to be upgraded, and whether proposed systems will meet the performance requirements. You will also be able to determine the optimum manual test interval for any system, saving your company time and money by not over- or under-testing systems.

You will be able to:

Analyze any system technology and configuration to see if it will meet the required SIL (Safety Integrity Level)
Determine if existing systems are safe enough (or whether they need to be upgraded) and whether proposed systems will meet the performance requirements
Determine the optimum manual test interval for any system, saving your company time and money by not over or under-testing systems

You will cover:

System Modeling/Analysis Hands-On Advanced Examples: Multiple Examples with Different Field Device Technologies | Configurations | Diagnostic Levels | Test Intervals | Common Cause Factors | Imperfect Manual Testing
Detailed Design Topics: Fault Tolerance | Safe Failure Fraction | Diagnostic Coverage | Confidence Limits | System Response to Faults | Using Devices for Control and Safety | Non Fail-Safe Design Requirements | Interface Requirements

Classroom/Laboratory Exercises:
“Laboratory/Application Exercises really good on driving you to think.”
—Thomas Jackson, EC54 Student

The course consists of multiple application exercises of system modeling/analysis

A hand-held/scientific calculator should be brought to class.
Classroom Copies of ISA/IEC 61511 standards will be provided for your use during the course
Textbook Included: Safety Instrumented Systems Verification – Practical Probabilistic Calculations by William Goble and Harry Cheddie
Recommended Course Prerequisites:

ISA course Safety Instrumented Systems-Design, Analysis, and Justification (EC50 or EC50E) or fundamental understanding of Safety Instrumented Systems

Not sure this particular course is for you?
A pre-instructional survey is available for you to evaluate your level of understanding of the course material and to show you the types of questions you’ll be able to answer after completing the course.
Related Files
Pre Instructional Survey (Adobe PDF File)

Process Safety: Examining the Layers
2021-11-03 11:00 - 12:00
Instructions:
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Register in advance for this meeting:
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
You may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements
The presentation will begin at 11:30 am
Abstract:
How do you know if your process operates at an acceptable risk level? Process Safety is all about reducing risk. Find out what tolerable risk means, and how to employ layers of protection to reduce the inherent risks of operating a production facility to a tolerable level. Each of the layers – basic process control interlocks, operator response to alarms, safety instrumented systems (SIS), pressure relief devices and others – have their pros and cons, as well as specifications around use. Let’s examine the tradeoffs associated with these layers when employing a process safety program.
Presenter: Scott Hayes

Scott Hayes is the DCSNext Portfolio Manager at Rockwell Automation. He is a licensed control systems engineer with more than 20 years of experience leading automation projects, as well as hands-on configuring and networking of DCS, PLC, HMI, process historian and visualization solutions. He has process control experience in upstream and downstream oil and gas, petrochemical, pulp and paper, and discrete manufacturing. As a TÜV-certified functional safety engineer, he is the process safety SME for MAVERICK Technologies.

Houston Section Expo & Chili Cook Off 2021
2021-11-04 17:00 - 21:00 | Sawyer Yards, 2000 Edwards Street Houston, TX 77007 United States, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
Register NOW for the cook off!
ISA Houston Section 18th Annual Expo & Chili Cook-Off is returning on Thursday November 4th, 2021 to Sawyer Yards @ Silver Street Studios centrally located at 2000 Edwards Street, Houston, Texas 77007.
The Expo & Chili Cook-Off is the Section’s largest scholarship fundraising event and helps raise money for student scholarships that are awarded every year.
Come visit over 55 exhibitors, demo trailers, cooking teams and industry colleagues. This is a great event to network with the Houston & Gulf Coast area industry professionals! While at the event you can vote on your favorite chili and themed booth while visiting exhibitors to learn what is happening in the industry, participate in the event raffle and silent auction to support the efforts to raise money for student scholarships!
To get a booth & sponsor the Expo & Chili Cook Off please scroll down to the very bottom of this page go to the drop-down menu that says “Would You Like To Sponsor This Event?” to see the exhibitor sponsor options.
This year’s event will have a COVID Safety policy in place and space will be limited. All exhibitors will be required to attend a safety video training that included COVID policies best practices and safe serve techniques.
Thank you and we look forward to seeing you at the cook off!
Miguel Montemayor, ISA Houston Section Expo & Chili Cook Off Chair
Ardis Bartle, ISA Houston Section Expo & Cook Off Chair
Amanda Hardy, ISA Houston Section Event Manager
2021 Flyer
Expo Layout
Covid-19 Policy
Would you like to sponsor this event?
Title Sponsor ($2200) -Can be any two booths side by side. 2-20, 26-44 has power includes-10X20 exhibiting area, electrical outlet access of (1) 120V/20AMP, (2) 8’ X 30” tables and 4 chairs ~Maximum of 16 exhibitor personnel in booth area, Recognition at and before event through signage, announcements, advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Expo & Chili Cook Off marketing material. *Each booth has social distancing space between the next booth. Two shield guards will be provided.
Platinum Sponsor ($1100)-Booths 2-20, 26-44 include 10X10 exhibiting area, electrical outlet access of (1) 120V/20AMP, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs ~Maximum of 10 exhibitor personnel in booth area ~ Recognition at and before event through signage, announcements, advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Expo & Chili Cook Off marketing. *Each booth has social distancing space between the next booths. A shield guard will be provided.
Gold Sponsor ($750) -Booths 46-54 ONLY, no electricity in this area, 10X10 exhibiting area, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs ~Maximum 5 exhibitor personnel in booth area~ Recognition at and before event through signage, announcements, advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Expo & Chili Cook Off marketing*Each booth has social distancing space between the next booths. A shield guard will be provided
Inside Trailer/Display Area Sponsor (SOLD OUT) – 20X10 exhibiting area for trailer set up, space between you and other trailer sponsors, electrical outlet access, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs ~Maximum of 10 exhibitor personnel at booth area Recognition at and before event through signage advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Expo & Chili Cook Off marketing material. Quantity 1 Booth 22, can be a cooking trailer area, first come basis. **Must complete trailer/display information form after registration. *Each booth has social distancing space between the next booths. A shield guard will be provided.
Inside Trailer/Display Area Sponsor (SOLD OUT)- 15X10 exhibiting area for trailer set up, space between you and other trailer sponsors, electrical outlet access, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs ~10 Exhibitor personnel at booth area. Recognition at and before event through signage advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Expo & Chili Cook Off marketing material. Quantity 2 booths 23 & 24 NO Cooking trailers. A shield guard will be provided. ** Must complete trailer/display information form after registration
Front Outside Trailer/Display Area Sponsor (SOLD OUT) – 20X10 exhibiting area for trailer set up, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs~ 20 Exhibitor personnel allowed in booth area. Recognition at and before event through signage advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Expo & Chili Cook Off marketing material. Quantity 1 Outside Trailer 1 by entrance, cooking trailer allowed. A shield guard will be provided. ** Must complete trailer/display information form after registration.
Front Outside Trailer/Display Area Sponsor (SOLD OUT) – 30X15 exhibiting area for trailer set up, (2) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs,~20 Exhibitor personnel allowed in area. Recognition at and before event through signage advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Expo & Chili Cook Off marketing material. Quantity 1 Outside Semi-Trailer 30 feet by entrance, cooking trailer allowed. A shield guard will be provided. ** Must complete trailer/display information form after registration.
Additional 6-foot table to set up in your sponsorship area ($50).
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities
Awards Sponsor ($400) – Award trophies go to the 1st, 2nd, 3rd place winners, people’s choice and best themed chosen by the judges and attendees. Your company logo will be on all event signage, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Sponsor allowed 15 guest invites
Judges Sponsor ($500) – Your company logo will be on window clings at the judge’s chambers area. Company logo will be on all event signage, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Sponsor allowed 20 guest invites.
Entertainment Sponsor ($800) -Live music at the event. The entertainment will intermittently recognize your company during event. Your company can put a banner & small promotional items by the stage. Company logo will be on all event signage, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Sponsor allowed 25 guest invites.
General Sponsor ($500) -Logo on parking attendant volunteers’ T-shirts, your company branded pop up tent can be set up for parking attendant rally point. Unlimited RSVP invites.
Beverage Sponsorship Class 1 ($300) –
Soft Drinks, Water, beer & wine will be furnished courtesy of the Houston Section. Company logo will be by the beverage stations and on all event signage, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Sponsor allowed 15 invites.
Beverage Sponsorship Class 2 ($500) – Your company will have exposure and network opportunities from a Beverage Station! Your company can set up 1 pop up banner & provide promotional materials at the beverage station. This is not a booth space; chili/decorating are not possible. Quantity 3 available. Sponsor has maximum of 2 exhibitor personnel to work the beverage area and 10 invites.
Attendee Map and voting sheet ($500) –
This is the sheet that all attendees receive. This is the event map layout with voting on best theme and people’s choice for chili. Your logo on sheet and verbiage for your company. Sponsor allowed 15 invites.

Interface Level Applications
2021-12-01 11:30 - 12:30 | Vector, 14517 Kirby Dr, Pearland, TX, 77047, United States
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THIS MEETING IN PERSON PLEASE REGISTER USING THE FORM AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE, IF YOU ARE ATTENDING VIRTUALLY PLEASE REGISTER USING THE ZOOM LINK BELOW!
If attending in-person please park in front near the flagpoles, and use entrance 2 shown on attached Endress+Hauser and Vector CAG Houston Campus graphic
Online attendees:
Download and install Zoom software if necessary
Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlceqgqDovGdDGbmfqW3G8d1PQJb2eq7PW
After registering (via Zoom), you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
You may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements
The presentation will begin at 11:30 am
This meeting will cover –

Typical types of interface applications
Emulsion
What things to be aware of when specifying level instrumentation
Different types of interface level technologies
Advantages and disadvantages of different technologies
Best practices

Presenter: Chris Fournet – Trainer / Senior Application Specialist

A professional with over 31 years of instrumentation experience, Chris Fournet will excite you with his wit and wisdom. Instrumentation is not only a job for Chris but a passion. He loves all aspects of the industry and enjoys helping the sales team and customers solve problems. Chris graduated with a Associate of Applied Science in Electronics and Instrumentation from Lamar University. Additionally, he is certified from the International Society of Automation (ISA) as a Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) and earned Endress+Hauser’s Black Belt in Level, Pressure, Temperature and Service. He has obtained much of his experience working 22 years for Motiva as well as past positions with Texaco Research and Texaco Chemical. In 2014 he became part of the Vector CAG family as Senior Application Specialist. His Vector University training focus is on Instrument 101/102, Level 101/102, Pressure, Temperature and Williamson Flare Products. He also provides other technical support to our sales team and customers. In his free time, he enjoys playing in the dirt; riding dirt bikes, 4 wheelers and side by sides.

Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors – Professional Practice Update/Ethics: Updates on engineering and surveying ethics and Code of Conduct, Board Activities, rule and statutory changes, and general updates on Board initiatives.
2022-02-02 11:30 - 12:30
Online attendees:
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
You may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements
The presentation will begin at 11:30 am
A PDF copy of the presentation for the meeting will be available before the event and emailed to those who are registered.A PDH certificate will be provided to those who attend the entire presentation. This will satisfy the annual requirement for Texas PEs.
Presenter :
Mr. Rick Valdes, P.E.

Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (TBPELS)
Rick Valdes is a Supervising Investigator with the Compliance & Enforcement Department, Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (TBPELS).He has over 29 years of experience as an investigator with the State of Texas; seventeen of those years with the Board.As an investigator, Rick ensures that the TPBELS Act and Board Rules are followed and investigates complaints that are received by the Board regarding violations to the Act and or Board Rules.Rick has worked for the Travis County Sheriff’s Department, and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and while there, was the Program Manager of Professional Boxing for the State of Texas.Additionally, Rick was also the Supervising Investigator for the Texas Real Estate Commission before joining our team. Rick has a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Southwest Texas State University ’86, San Marcos, Texas.

Your ISA Membership – How to maximize your benefits
2022-03-02 11:30 - 12:30
Online attendees:
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You may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements
The presentation will begin at 11:30 am
Whether your employer pays for your ISA membership or you pay for it yourself, you certainly want to get the most from it. In addition to the discounts and credits offered by ISA there are many other benefits and opportunities available.
This month a panel of current and former ISA Houston Section leaders will review and discuss the scope of benefits afforded by being a member of ISA, including how you can get the most from your participation in your local Section, a Technical Division, and a Standards Committee.
Tips and techniques for using ISA Connect will also be presented.
Please join us and learn how you can maximize your membership experience!
Presenter:

Clifford D. Wuertz, Moderator
Program Director – ISA Houston Section
Mr. Wuertz is a Senior Life Member of ISA. He currently serves as the Program Chair of the Houston Section. He is a 2020 recipient of the ISA’s Celebrating Excellence Award for Enduring Service

2022 ISA Houston Section Golf Tournament
2022-04-08 08:30 - 14:00 | The Clubs of Kingwood – Kingwood Clubhouse, 1700 Lake Kingwood Trail, Kingwood, TX, 77339, United States
This iISA Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament is happening Friday, April 8, 2022, @ The Clubs of Kingwood
8:30 AM shotgun start!
SPACE IS LIMITED this year as we can only take 144 golfers, 18 exhibitors on course!
THE GOLF TOURNAMENT HAS SOLD OUT!
See below for Player and Sponsorship options
For further information contact Amanda Hardy 281-928-0462 or amanda@functionzinc.com or Rusty Darsey 832-392-0762 or RustyD@SafeEngr.com
For further information on Corporate Sponsorship bundle discounts and benefits, visit the Sponsorship page.

(from previous golf tournament)
2022 ISA Houston Section Golf Tournament Player Pricing:
If you cannot attend but would like to donate instead : Contact amanda@functionzinc.com to donate
Foursome $640.00 Includes:

Goodie Bag
Shared Cart
Range Balls
18 Hole Green Fee
Lunch
Awards Buffet Dinner

Individual $160.00 Includes:

Goodie Bag
Shared Cart
Range Balls
18 Hole Green Fee
Lunch
Awards Buffet Dinner

2022 ISA Houston Section Golf Tournament Sponsorship Opportunities:
Title Sponsor $3500.00

Includes Two (2) Foursomes
Title Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings, website, social media platforms, email blasts and day of event signage.
Nine (9) premium hole sponsorships with signage at tournament
Exhibit on Course
Logo on golf balls in golfer ditty bags 144 max
Reserved seating table at Awards Dinner
Recognition at Awards Ceremony

Golf Cart Sponsor $2000.00 (SOLD OUT)

Includes One (1) Foursome
Golf Cart Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings, website, social media platforms, email blasts and day of event signage.
Reserved seating table at Awards Dinner
Recognition at Awards Ceremony

Ball Sponsor $1500.00

Every player with a sleeve of balls in ditty bag with your logo on them
Includes 2 individual golfer registrations
Sponsors logo will be referenced in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings, website, social media platforms, email blasts and day of event signage
Recognition at Awards Ceremony

Beverage Cart Sponsors $1000.00 (SOLD OUT)

Company Logo on Beverage Carts
Includes 1 golf team (4 golfers)
Beverage Cart Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings, website, social media platforms, email blasts and day of event signage.
Recognition at Awards Ceremony

Exhibit on Course $800.00

Display on Course with your company tent, products and give-a-ways
Exhibit Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including ISA HS Monthly Meetings, website, social media platforms, email blasts and day of event signage.
Lunch included with reserved seating table at awards dinner
Recognition at Awards Ceremony

Bag Sponsor$1000.00

Company Logo on all Ditty Bags
Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings, website, social media platforms, email blasts and day of event signage.
Recognition at Awards Ceremony

Mulligan Sponsor $400.00

Company Logo on all Mulligan cards purchased by golf teams
Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including ISA HS Monthly Meetings, website, social media platforms, email blasts and day of event signage.
Recognition at Awards Ceremony

Putting Contest Sponsor$200.00+ Donation for Contest item

Company Logo signage at Putting green contest area
Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings, website, social media platforms, email blasts and day of event signage.
Picture of winning player with your company logo signage

Scoreboard Sponsor$150.00

Company Logo signage at scoreboard area
Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings, website, social media platforms, email blasts and day of event signage.
Recognition at Awards Ceremony

Longest Drive Sponsor $150.00

Company Logo signage at longest drive hole
Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings, website, social media platforms, email blasts and day of event signage.
Recognition at Awards Ceremony
Picture of winning player with your company logo signage

Driving Range $150.00

Company Logo signage at driving range area
Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings, website, social media platforms, email blasts and day of event signage.
Recognition at Awards Ceremony

Hole Sponsor $150.00

Company Logo signage at hole
Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings, website, social media platforms, email blasts and day of event signage.
Recognition at Awards Ceremony

How To Choose Level Instrumentation
2022-04-13 11:00 - 13:00
Online attendees:
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
You may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements
The presentation will begin at 11:30 am
The presentation offers vendors perspectives on how we can work better together to improve level instrumentation selection. An overview of the popular types of level instrumentation offered and the pros and cons of each is included. The following bullet points outline the content of the presentation.

An educational presentation offering a look at how we specify, select and order level instrumentation
Some simple rules of thumb for selection
What ISA and vendors offer for assistance
Overview of guided wave radar, free space radar, differential pressure/hydrostatic level, electronic remote seals, ultrasonic, magnetic level indicator, magnetostrictive, laser, capacitance, and displacer/buoyancy
Audience feedback and commentary welcome

Presented by:
Jeff works with a Mid-Atlantic based sales team focusing on instrumentation and controls (I&C) solutions for CAPEX beginning in FEED and FEL stages. Jeff has over 15-years of experience in the life cycle of I&C sales. He is an ISA Senior Member.

Trey currently functions as the US specialist for the ABB level measurement portfolio. He’s worked with numerous instrument manufacturers and has worked as a product manager. With a decade of experience in level measurement, he’s focused in specifying best technology for their respective applications.

ISA IACS Cybersecurity Training Camp
2022-05-02 08:00 - 2022-05-18 16:00 | Burns McDonnell,1898 & Co., 1700 West Loop South, Houston, 77027, United States
Gain the operations-focused skills training needed to safeguard industrial control systems from cyberattack
Whether you are an experienced professional or looking to step into the world of industrial cybersecurity, sharpen your knowledge by registering for the ISA Cyber Camp courses this May! Please check out this flyer for additional details and links to register!
Register Today and Save $200!
Use coupon code HOUS2022 to
receive $200 off registration.
To register:
• Online: Follow the links in the flyer to register for classes.
• Email: info@isa.org
• Call: +1 919-549-8411

LSC-Process Technology Center Open House
2022-05-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Lone Star College PTC, 14001 Lockwood Rd, Houston, TX, 77044, United States
Attend the LSC-Process Technology Center Open House

Date: May 5, 2022
Times: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Location: LSC-Process Technology Center
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About the Process Technology Program
The Process Technology Program prepares graduates for entry-level careers as process technologists/operators in the petrochemical, plastics, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals industries. Although duties may differ based on the industry, a process technician is trained to operate and maintain specialized equipment that produces intermediate or final products from raw materials, such as crude oil, petrochemicals, specialty chemicals, plastic materials, and refinery products. The salary for a process technician is $77,768, with a possible cash compensation of $3,877 for those in Houston.
*Two year AAS degrees have Level 2 certificates that are one year programs.
About the Instrumentation Technology Program
The Instrumentation Technology degree program trains students for entry-level careers as instrument technicians in the chemical process industry. They are qualified to work in refineries, power generation, food and beverage, and other related fields. While duties may differ based on the industry, an instrument technician’s responsibility is to maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, and replace the instruments process technicians primarily operate. The average salary for an instrumentation technician is $75,760.

How To Choose The Best Flowmeter For Your Application
2022-05-11 11:30 - 12:30
Online attendees:
Download and install Zoom software if necessary
Register in advance for this meeting:
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
You may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements
The presentation will begin at 11:30 am
This presentation will cover the available flow metering technologies, theories and operating principles, applications each technology can best operate in, pros and cons for each technology, and practical installation information for each.
Prestented by Shannon Dugan : Sales Director – TechStar

Experienced Sales Director with a demonstrated history of solving problems and growing business in the industrial automation industry. Skilled in Negotiation, Oil & Gas, Aerospace, Water/Wastewater, Manufacturing, Process Control, and Sales. Managing the Northern Territory (OK, AR, KS, MO) for Techstar. Strong sales professional with a BS in Chemistry and an MS Chemical Engineering from Oklahoma State University.

2022 Cajun Cook Off
2022-05-19 17:00 - 21:00 | Sawyer Yards @ Silver Street Studios, 2000 Edwards Street, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
ISA Houston Section Pipeline Cajun Cook Off & TableTop Show is returning on Thursday May 19, 2022 to Sawyer Yards @ Silver Street Studios centrally located at 2000 Edwards Street, Houston, Texas 77007.
2022 Cajun Cook Off Layout
2022 Cajun Cook Off Flyer
Click Here to RSVP as an attendee for the ISA Cajun Cook Off
The Cajun-Cook-Off is one of the Section’s largest scholarship fundraising event and helps raise money for student scholarships that are awarded every year.
Come visit over 45 exhibitors, demo trailers, cooking teams and industry colleagues. This is a great event to network with the Houston Pipeline Midstream, Gulf Coast area industry professionals! While at the event you can vote on your favorite cajun dish, dessert and themed booth while visiting exhibitors to learn what is happening in the industry. Join us for some fundraising by participating in the event raffle and silent auction to support the efforts to raise money for student scholarships!
To get a booth, see exhibitor sponsor options or sign up to sponsor the Cajun Cook Off, please scroll down to the very bottom of this page go to the drop-down menu that says “Would You Like To Sponsor This Event?”
For information on Corporate Sponsorship bundle discounts and benefits, visit the Sponsorship page
COVID Safety policy in place. All exhibitors will be required to attend a safety video training that included COVID policies best practices and safe serve techniques.
Thank you and we look forward to seeing you at the cook off!
Joel Gil, ISA Houston Section Cajun Cook Off Chair 2021-2022
Amanda Hardy, ISA Houston Section Event Manager
Title Sponsor ($2200) -Can be any two booths side by side. 2-20, 26-44 has power includes-10X20 exhibiting area, electrical outlet access of (1) 120V/20AMP, (2) 8’ X 30” tables and 4 chairs ~Maximum of 16 exhibitor personnel in booth area, Recognition at and before event through signage, announcements, advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Cook Off marketing material. *Each booth has social distancing space between the next booth. Two shield guards will be provided.
Platinum Sponsor ($1100)-Booths 2-20, 26-44 include 10X10 exhibiting area, electrical outlet access of (1) 120V/20AMP, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs ~Maximum of 10 exhibitor personnel in booth area ~ Recognition at and before event through signage, announcements, advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Cook Off marketing. *Each booth has social distancing space between the next booths. A shield guard will be provided. *Included in Gold and Gold Plus Corporate Sponsorship package
Gold Sponsor ($750) – Booths 46-54 ONLY, no electricity in this area, 10X10 exhibiting area, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs ~Maximum 5 exhibitor personnel in booth area~ Recognition at and before event through signage, announcements, advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Cook Off marketing*Each booth has social distancing space between the next booths. A shield guard will be provided. *Included in Silver Corporate Sponsorship package
Inside Trailer/Display Area Sponsor ($1600) – 20X10 exhibiting area for trailer set up, space between you and other trailer sponsors, electrical outlet access, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs ~Maximum of 10 exhibitor personnel at booth area Recognition at and before event through signage advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Cook Off marketing material. Quantity 1 Booth 22, can be a cooking trailer area, first come basis. **Must complete trailer/display information form after registration. *Each booth has social distancing space between the next booths. A shield guard will be provided.
Inside Trailer/Display Area Sponsor ($1300)– 15X10 exhibiting area for trailer set up, space between you and other trailer sponsors, electrical outlet access, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs ~10 Exhibitor personnel at booth area. Recognition at and before event through signage advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Cook Off marketing material. Quantity 2 booths 23 & 24 NO Cooking trailers. A shield guard will be provided. ** Must complete trailer/display information form after registration
Front Outside Trailer/Display Area Sponsor ($1500) – 20X10 exhibiting area for trailer set up, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs~ 20 Exhibitor personnel allowed in booth area. Recognition at and before event through signage advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Cook Off marketing material. Quantity 1 Outside Trailer 1 by entrance, cooking trailer allowed. A shield guard will be provided. ** Must complete trailer/display information form after registration.
Front Outside Trailer/Display Area Sponsor ($1600) – 30X15 exhibiting area for trailer set up, (2) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs,~20 Exhibitor personnel allowed in area. Recognition at and before event through signage advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Cook Off marketing material. Quantity 1 Outside Semi-Trailer 30 feet by entrance, cooking trailer allowed. A shield guard will be provided. ** Must complete trailer/display information form after registration.
Additional 6-foot table to set up in your sponsorship area ($50).
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities
Awards Sponsor ($400) – Award trophies go to the 1st, 2nd, 3rd place winners, people’s choice and best themed chosen by the judges and attendees. Your company logo will be on all event signage, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Sponsor allowed 15 guest invites.
Judges Sponsor ($500) – Your company logo will be on window clings at the judge’s chambers area. Company logo will be on all event signage, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Sponsor allowed 20 guest invites.
Entertainment Sponsor ($800) – Live music at the event. The entertainment will intermittently recognize your company during event. Your company can put a banner & small promotional items by the stage. Company logo will be on all event signage, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Sponsor allowed 25 guest invites.
Beverage Sponsorship Class 1 ($300) –
Soft Drinks, Water, beer & wine will be furnished courtesy of the Houston Section. Company logo will be by the beverage stations and on all event signage, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Sponsor allowed 15 invites.
Beverage Sponsorship Class 2 ($500) – Your company will have exposure and network opportunities from a Beverage Station! Your company can set up 1 pop up banner & provide promotional materials at the beverage station. This is not a booth space; no cooking. Quantity 3 available. Sponsor has maximum of 2 exhibitor personnel to work the beverage area and 10 invites.
Attendee Map and voting sheet ($500) –
This is the sheet that all attendees receive. This is the event map layout with voting on best theme and people’s choice for best cajun dish and dessert.

ISA Technical Training Course Series
2022-06-06 00:00 - 2022-06-30 00:00 | Kenexis, 15995 N Barkers Lndg Rd Ste 143 Houston, TX 77079-2418, Houston, TX, 77079-2418, United States
Advance your technician, automation engineering, and safety knowledge with the ISA Technical Training Course Series! Taught by industry-leading experts, this course series will help you develop the skills you need to stay ahead in today’s automation market.
Please check out this flyer for additional details and links to register!
Register Today and Save $200!
Use coupon code HOUS2022 to
receive $200 off registration.
To register:
• Online: Follow the links in the flyer to register for classes.
• Email: info@isa.org
• Call: +1 919-549-8411

ISA Houston Section Monthly Webinar: Machinery Monitoring System
2022-08-03 11:30 - 12:30
Topics: Operating principles, transducer basics, installation guidelines, common pitfalls and advanced machinery monitoring and diagnostics.
Presenter: Christopher Zinn, Enterprise Solution Architect, Bently Nevada LLC, Baker Hughes.
Win prizes by participating in Automation trivia.
Register Here

CSE PE Exam Study Group Control Systems Part 1
2022-08-24 18:00 - 20:00 | EDG Inc., 10777 Westheimer Rd #700, Houston, 77042, United States
For seven years, in the ten (10) weeks leading up to the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam for Control Systems Engineering (CSE), the ISA Houston Section has offered to help members prepare for the exam by hosting weekly study group sessions at a convenient local venue.
With a participant success rate of ~80%, the study sessions are a valuable tool in the licensing process since the NCEES board does not have any official study material for the CSE PE exam (http://ncees.org/exams/exam-preparation-materials/exam-prep-materials/)
To Register Use Form At Bottom Of This Page.

CSE PE Exam Study Group Control Systems Part 2
2022-08-31 18:00 - 20:00 | EDG Inc., 10777 Westheimer Rd #700, Houston, 77042, United States

CSE PE Exam Study Group Final Control Elements Part 1
2022-09-07 18:00 - 20:00 | EDG Inc., 10777 Westheimer Rd #700, Houston, 77042, United States

CSE PE Exam Study Group Final Control Elements Part 2
2022-09-14 18:00 - 20:00 | EDG Inc., 10777 Westheimer Rd #700, Houston, 77042, United States

The Global Cyber Threat Landscape & Preparedness
2022-09-21 11:00 - 12:30
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The event is on Wednesday Sept 21, 2022 – Zoom meeting starts at 11:00am, Webinar starts at 11:30am.

CSE PE Exam Study Group Signals, Transmission, and Networking Part 1
2022-09-21 18:00 - 20:00 | EDG Inc., 10777 Westheimer Rd #700, Houston, 77042, United States

CSE PE Exam Study Group Signals, Transmission, and Networking Part 2
2022-09-28 18:00 - 20:00 | EDG Inc., 10777 Westheimer Rd #700, Houston, 77042, United States
