Piping and Instrument Drawings (P&IDs) Demystified: What You Need to Know for Success

Coming 2026

6 hours

This course focuses on how to prepare and read piping and instrument drawings. It is intended for both new and experienced personnel.

During this course, you will:

Learn the background and necessary information to read, create, and use P&IDs efficiently
Understand the types of common engineering drawings, P&ID symbols, and scenarios
Identify the symbols for lines, valves, and equipment
Examine common issues and problems and learn how to overcome them

Instructor: Richard Palluzi

Course Details

Types of Engineering Drawings and their Purpose

Block Flow Diagrams (BFD)
Process Flow Diagrams (PFD)
Piping and Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs)

P&ID Symbology

ANSI/ISA-5.1 Instrumentation Symbols and Identification
PIP PICOO1 Piping and Instrumentations Diagram Documentation Criteria
Proper Selection and Use

Symbols and Their Functions

What do the letters mean?
Line specifications, sizes, and symbols
Valve symbols
Specialty symbols
The ISA approved alternate
Numbering
Other common elements
- Heat exchangers
- Tanks and vessels
- Alarms

Common Scenarios and FAQs

Developing a P&ID

Future Trends

Class Exercise