Fall 2019 Course Syllabus
Course: PTAC-1410- Section: 13 Process Technology I - Equipment |
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Instructor | James Powell | ||||||||||
powellj@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||||
Phone | (409) 984-6344 | ||||||||||
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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 |
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Core Objectives |
* Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. * Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. * Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view. Key Activities and Statement Course: PTAC 1410 K2.1 Monitor and Regulate Fired Heaters/Furnace System K2.2 Monitor and Regulate Boiler System K2.3 Monitor and Regulate Cooling Water System K2.5 Monitor and Regulate Heat Exchanger System K5.2 Monitor and Regulate Flare System |
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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. |
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Textbooks |
Process Technology Equipment by Pearson - ISBN-13: 978-0-13-489126-2 ISBN-10: 0-13-489126-0 |
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Lecture Topics Outline |
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE FALL 2019 PTAC 1410 Process Technology I ? Equipment Key Terms and Questions are due on designated date unless otherwise specified! Week of: August 27 Introduction to class. 29 Chapter 1-Introduction to Process Equipment Holiday ? Monday, Sept.2nd September 3 Chapter 2-Process Drawings and Industry Standards 5 Chapter 3-Tools September 10 Chapter 4-Piping, Gaskets, Tubing, Hoses and Fittings/Review for Exam 1 12 Chapter 5-Valves 17 Exam 1 (Chapters 1,2,3,4 & 5) 19 Chapter 6-Pumps 24 Quiz 26 Library Assignment October 1 Chapter 7- Compressors 3 Chapter 8-Turbines October 8 Chapter 9-Motors and Engines 10 Chapter 10-Power Transmission and Lubrication / Review for Exam 2 Sept. 30 Last Day to drop or withdraw without academic penalty October 15 Exam 2-(Chapters 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10) 17 Chapter 11- Heat Exchangers 22 Chapter 12- Cooling Towers 24 Chapter 13-Furnaces / Review Exam 3 29 Chapter 14-Boilers 31 Chapter 15-Vessels November 21st Last Day to Drop or Withdraw with academic penalty November 5 Exam 3-(Chapters 11, 12, 13, 14 & 15) 7 Chapter 16-Reactors November 12 Chapter 17-Filters and Dryers 14 Chapter 18-Solids Handling Equipment 19 Chapter 19-Environmental Control Equipment/Review Exam 4 21 Chapter 20-Auxiliary Equipment 26 Exam 4-(Chapters 16,17,18,19 & 20)./ Review for Final Exam 28 Thanksgiving Holiday ? Thursday & Friday, Nov. 28 & 29 December 3 Continue Review for Final Exam 5 Final Exam ? Thursday Dec. 5 (12:00 pm - 2:30 pm) 10 NO CLASS 13 Graduation Friday, Dec. 13, 2019 |
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Major Assignments Schedule |
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE FALL 2019 PTAC 1410 Process Technology I ? Equipment Key Terms and Questions are due on designated date unless otherwise specified! Week of: August 27 Introduction to class. 29 Chapter 1-Introduction to Process Equipment Holiday ? Monday, Sept.2nd September 3 Chapter 2-Process Drawings and Industry Standards 5 Chapter 3-Tools September 10 Chapter 4-Piping, Gaskets, Tubing, Hoses and Fittings/Review for Exam 1 12 Chapter 5-Valves 17 Exam 1 (Chapters 1,2,3,4 & 5) 19 Chapter 6-Pumps 24 Quiz 26 Library Assignment October 1 Chapter 7- Compressors 3 Chapter 8-Turbines October 8 Chapter 9-Motors and Engines 10 Chapter 10-Power Transmission and Lubrication / Review for Exam 2 Sept. 30 Last Day to drop or withdraw without academic penalty October 15 Exam 2-(Chapters 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10) 17 Chapter 11- Heat Exchangers 22 Chapter 12- Cooling Towers 24 Chapter 13-Furnaces / Review Exam 3 29 Chapter 14-Boilers 31 Chapter 15-Vessels November 21st Last Day to Drop or Withdraw with academic penalty November 5 Exam 3-(Chapters 11, 12, 13, 14 & 15) 7 Chapter 16-Reactors November 12 Chapter 17-Filters and Dryers 14 Chapter 18-Solids Handling Equipment 19 Chapter 19-Environmental Control Equipment/Review Exam 4 21 Chapter 20-Auxiliary Equipment 26 Exam 4-(Chapters 16,17,18,19 & 20)./ Review for Final Exam 28 Thanksgiving Holiday ? Thursday & Friday, Nov. 28 & 29 December 3 Continue Review for Final Exam 5 Final Exam ? Thursday Dec. 5 (12:00 pm - 2:30 pm) 10 NO CLASS 13 Graduation Friday, Dec. 13, 2019 |
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Final Exam Date | December 5, 2019 - 12:00 PM Through December 5, 2019 - 2:00 PM | ||||||||||
Grading Scale | 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F | ||||||||||
Determination of Final Grade |
Chapter Tests-33.1/3%, Quizzes/homework/labs-33.1/3% Final Exam-33.1/3% 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". 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 or a makeup test will be allowed if absence is excused per the absence policy. 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 receive a ZERO for that test. Taking the Final Exam is required to complete the course. Once a test is passed out students are not allowed to leave the classroom until test completed and turned in. 2. Homework must be completed on time, 30 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. Cell Phone use is not permitted in the classroom or lab except during breaks. If a student is caught on their cell phone in class, the student will be asked to leave class and counted an unexcused absence for the day. 4. Students that are disruptive in class will be asked to leave and counted an unexcused absence for the day. |
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Course Policies | |||||||||||
Instructor Policies |
I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. If you want to discuss your grades, you must come to my office, in person. Homework is to hand written. Chemical/Refining Process Technician Skill Standards Endorsed by NAPTA Recognized by Texas Skill Standards Board (TSSB) Key Activities and Statement Course: PTAC 1410 K2.1 Monitor and Regulate Fired Heaters/Furnace System K2.2 Monitor and Regulate Boiler System K2.3 Monitor and Regulate Cooling Water System K2.5 Monitor and Regulate Heat Exchanger System K5.2 Monitor and Regulate Flare System |
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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 (more than 5mins), for lectures or labs, 4 Tardies will count as an Absence. 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. |
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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 |
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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. | ||||||||||
MyLamarPA | Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLamarPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLamarPA. | ||||||||||
Other | I will not discuss your grades with a proxy. You must come to my office in person. | ||||||||||
HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. |