This course trains on the use of MPC (model predictive control) software. It starts from the fundamentals: the history behind MPC, the need for MPC, how MPC is superior when used right and where other control methodologies could be more appropriate.

The course covers how to conduct step tests and identify MPC models, design and build the MPC controller, startup, and commissioning. The course also covers MPC maintenance, and how to modify and improve MPC models after years of operation or after significant process changes. It covers automated step testing, PRBS, and other new techniques.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course, attendees will be equipped with the skills to design, maintain and troubleshoot MPC controllers. They will be able to use the modern 3G closed-loop dynamics identification technology to improve DMI models using Pitops-TFI. They will have the skills to observe plant trends and troubleshoot the MPC controller and discuss with operations and control engineers how to improve the control. The following topics are covered in this course:

• APC and MPC

• Dynamic Models

• Components of an MPC System

• Step Response Coefficients

• Slave PID Control Optimization

• Conducting Step Tests

• MPC Control Matrix

• How MPC Works

• MPC Tuning Parameters

• LP Costs and Optimization

• Let's Build a New MPC System

• When to Use and When Not to Use MPC

• Choose MPC or APC for this Process

• MPC Monitoring and Troubleshooting

• MPC Commissioning and Good Practices