House Bill 2504 Fall 2018 PTAC-1410-51 - Process Technology I


Fall 2018 Course Syllabus Course: PTAC-1410- Section: 51 Process Technology I - Equipment

Instructor Information

Instructor

Michael Sparrow

E-mail

sparrowma@lamarpa.edu

Phone

(409) 984-6333

Office

Location:	UITC - Room: 201 E
Hours:	MW 10:00am-10:30am : TR 5.00pm-6:00pm : F 11:00am-1:00pm

Department

Business and Technology
Chair:	Sheila Guillot
E-mail:	guillsr@lamarpa.edu
Phone:	(409) 984-6381

Course Information

Description

Introduction to the use of common processing equipment.

Prerequisites

PTAC-1302 or Concurrent

Learning Outcomes

CSLOs:
1. Describe the basic functions of process equipment. (PSLO 1); measured by embedded test questions, class discussion, and demonstration on actual process equipment

2. Describe related scientific principles associated with process equipment. (PSLO 1); measured by embedded test questions, class discussion, and demonstration on actual process equipment

3. Identify process equipment components. (PSLO 2); measured by embedded test questions, class discussion, and demonstration on actual process equipment.

4. Demonstrate ability to use terminology to describe components of process equipment. (PSLO 2); measured by embedded test questions, class discussion, and demonstration on actual process equipment.

5. Demonstrate operation of basic equipment components used in the process industries. (PSLO 3); measured by embedded test questions, demonstration on actual process equipment

6. Demonstrate safety procedures used during cleaning out, isolation, and repair of process equipment. (PSLO 4); measured by embedded test questions, demonstration on actual process equipment.

7. Demonstrate ability to identify all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material, Demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. (PSLO 5); measured by embedded test questions, pre- and post-test

Core Objectives

Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication

Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

PSLOs:
1. Use technology to access operator specific documentation and training.

2. Identify specific equipment and operating parameters to meet industry standards.

3. Identify and adjust controls to meet requirements for safe and effective operation.

4. Implement standard safety procedures as required in industry.

5. Demonstrate comprehension of content-area reading material.

Textbooks

Process TechnologyI-Equipment by Pearson - ISBN-13: 978-0-13-700412-6
ISBN-10: 0-13-700412-5

Lecture Topics
Outline

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
FALL 2018
PTAC    1410 Process Technology I – Equipment
Week of:
August    28    Introduction to class.
        30    Chapter 1-Introduction to Process Equipment

         3    Holiday – Monday, Sept.3

September     4    Chapter 2-Process Drawings and Equipment Standards
         6    Chapter 3-Piping, Tubing, Hoses and Fittings

11    Chapter 4-Valves
        13    Complete Chapter 4

18    Review for Exam 1
20    Exam 1 (Chapters 1,2,3 & 4)

    Sept. 30 Last Day to drop or withdraw without academic penalty

25    Chapter 5-Tanks and Vessels
        27    Chapter 6-Pumps

2    Chapter 7-Compressors
October     4    Chapter 8-Turbines / Review for Exam 2

9    Exam 2-(Chapters 5, 6, 7 & 8)
        11    Chapter 9-Electrical Distribution and Motors

        16    Chapter 11-Heat Exchangers (Key Terms)
        18    Complete Chapter 11-Heat Exchangers (Questions)

        23    Chapter 12-Cooling Towers
        25    Chapter 13-Furnaces

        30    Chapter 14-Boilers/Review for Exam 3
         1    Exam 3-(Chapters 9, 11,12,13 & 14)

November    6    Chapter 15-Auxiliary Equipment
        8    Chapter 16-Tools
            November 18th Last Day to Drop or Withdraw with academic penalty

13    Chapter 17-Separation Equipment
        15    Chapter 18-Reactors (Key Terms)

        20    Chapter 18-Reactors (Questions
November    21    Chapter 21-Environmental Control Equipment (Key Terms)

        22    Thanksgiving Holiday – Thursday, Nov. 22
        23     Thanksgiving Holiday – Friday, Nov. 23

        27    Complete Ch. 21(Questions)/ Review for Exam 4.
        29    Exam 4-(Chapters 15,16,17,18 & 21)/Review for Final Exam

December    4     Review for Final Exaam

10    Final Exam – Tuesday Dec. 11, 2018 (6:00pm – 8:00 pm)


        14    Graduation Friday, Dec. 14, 2018

Major Assignments
Schedule

Final Exam Date

December 11, 2018 - 6:00 PM Through December 11, 2018 - 8:00 PM

Grading Scale

90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F

Determination of
Final Grade

DETERMINATION OF FINAL GRADE: Chapter Tests-50%, Quizzes/homework/labs-25% Final Exam-25%
1. You will have 4 Major Tests and a Final Exam in this class. All tests and the exam are taken in class on a specified day. There are "NO RETAKES". Makeup test will be allowed if absence is excused per the absence policy. If you miss "ONE" Test, your lowest current test score will be given for that test, ONLY if you missed the test due to an EXCUSED absence. If you miss more than one test, you will receive a zero for each additional test you miss. If you are involved in Academic Dishonesty, you will NOT be allowed to replace the zero with your current test average. Taking the Final Exam is required to complete the course. When a test is handed out students are not allowed to leave the class until test is completed and turned in.
2. Homework must be completed on time, 15 PTS will be deducted each class day late, for two class days. Homework more than 2 class days late will not receive a grade higher than 50. Homework should be hand written.
3. Each time you are caught on your Cell Phone in the classroom or lab, will result in the student having 4 points deducted from their major test points total at the end of the semester.
4. Students that are disruptive in class will be asked to leave and counted absent for the day.

Course Policies

Instructor Policies

Attendance Policy

Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Missing a day of lecture can possible cause you to drop a letter grade on tests.
1. Tardiness: Tardiness, for lectures or labs, will result in 2 point per tardy being deducted from your test points total at the end of the semester.
2. Absences: NOTE: Excused absences (verifiable) are only allowed for, an illness that requires a hospital stay or a death in your immediate family, excluding aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. 5 absences=drop 1 letter grade, 7 absences=drop 2 letter grades, 9-absences=drop 3 letter grades, 11 absences=F
3. A student with Perfect attendance will receive 15 bonus points added to your test points total at the end of the semester.

Academic Honesty

Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.

Facility Policies

No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.
Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.
Use of electronic devices is prohibited.

Important Information

ADA Considerations

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.

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Other

HB 2504

This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.