Fall 2021 Course Syllabus
Course: PTAC-1410- Section: 51H
Process Technology I - Equipment 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Thomas Janise
E-mailjaniseth@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6391
Office
Location:Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201 C
Hours:12:30am through 6:00pm - Tuesday/Thursday. Appointments made by email
COVID 19 Information The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description Introduction to the use of common processing equipment.
Prerequisites PTAC 1302 or con-current
Learning Outcomes 1. Use technology to access operator-specific documentation and training.
2. Identify specific equipment and operating parameters to meet industry standards.
3. Describe the principles of Quality Control
4. Diagram the process control elements in a control loop.
5. Identify basic processes, equipment, and systems to meet industry standards.
6. Implement standard safety procedures as required in industry.\
Core Objectives
Program Student Learning Outcomes 1. Use technology to access operator-specific documentation and training.
2. Identify specific equipment and operating parameters to meet industry standards.
3. Describe the principles of Quality Control
4. Diagram the process control elements in a control loop.
5. Identify basic processes, equipment, and systems to meet industry standards.
6. Implement standard safety procedures as required in industry.\
Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Process Technology I-Equipment by Pearson - ISBN-13: 978-0-13-700412-6
ISBN-10: 0-13-700412-5
Lecture Topics
Outline		 Week 1
Intro to Class
Chapter 1- Intro to Process Equipment
Chapter 2 - Process Drawings and Equipment Standards

Week 2
Chapter 3 - Piping, Tubing, Hoses, and Fittings
Chapter 4 - Valves

Labor Day Holiday - Monday Sept 7
Review for EXAM 1 - Chapters 1, 2, 3, and 4
EXAM 1
Chapter 6 - Pumps

Week of 3
Chapter 6 - Pumps
Chapter 7 - Compressors


Week 4
Chapter 8 - Turbines
Review for EXAM 2 - Chapters 5, 6, 7, and 8

Week 5
Continue Review for EXAM 2
EXAM 2
Chapter 9 - Electrical Distribution and Motors

Week 6
Chapter 9 - Electrical Distribution and Motors (contd)
Chapter 11 - Heat Exchangers

Week 7
Chapter 12 - Cooling Towers
Chapter 13 - Furnaces

Week 8
Chapter 14 - Boilers
Review for EXAM 3 - Chapters 11, 12, 13, and 14

Week 9
Review for EXAM 3 - contd
EXAM 3

Week 10
Chapter 15 - Auxiliary Equipment
Chapter 16 - Tools

Week 11
Chapter 17 Separation Equipment
Chapter 18 - Reactors

Week 12
Chapter 21 - Environmental Equipment
Review for EXAM 4 - Chapters 15, 16, 17, 18, and 21

Week 13
Review for FINAL EXAM

Week 14
Thanksgiving Holiday - November 26 & 27

Week 15 / Week 16
Continue review and study for FINAL EXAM
Major Assignments
Schedule
none - see course syllabus
Final Exam Date December 6, 2021 - 8:0 AM   Through  December 9, 2021 - 11:30 PM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade		 none - see course syllabus
Course Policies
Instructor Policies Email me at any time to discuss your progress.
Attendance Policy see course syllabus
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
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. 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.
Department
Business and Industrial Technology
Chair:Sheila Guillot
E-mail:guillsr@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6381

If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.