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Fall 2021 Course Syllabus
Course: PTAC-2336- Section: 12 Process Instrumentation II |
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| Instructor | James Powell | ||||||||||
| powellj@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6344 | ||||||||||
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| 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. | ||||||||||
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| Description | Continued study of the instruments and control systems used in the process industries including terminology, process variables, symbology, control loops, and troubleshooting. | ||||||||||
| Prerequisites | PTAC-1432 | ||||||||||
| Learning Outcomes |
CSLOs: 1. Demonstrate ability to utilize the various instruments used in the process industry. (PSLO 1); measured by: embedded test questions, class discussion, demonstration, and hands on operation. 2. Apply advanced instrumentation principles and theories to process systems. (PSLO 1); measured by: embedded test questions, class discussion, demonstration and hands on operation. 3. Identify the various types of instruments used in the process industry. (PSLO 2); measured by: embedded test questions, class discussion, demonstration, using computer simulator programs and hands on operation. 4. Diagram the process control elements in a control loop. (PSLO 2); measured by: embedded test questions, class discussion, demonstration and hands on identification of control loop components. 5. Identify and adjust the various instruments used in the process industries. (PSLO 3); measured by: embedded test questions, class discussion, and demonstration using computer simulator programs and hands on operation of equipment. 6. Demonstrate safety procedures used during cleaning out, isolation and repair of process instruments. (PSLO 4); measured by: embedded test questions, class discussion, demonstration and hands on application. 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 / 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. Chemical/Refining Process Technician Skill Standards Endorsed by NAPTA Recognized by Texas Still Standards Board (TSSB) Key Activities and Statement Course: PTAC 1432 K6.1 Monitor and Regulate Instrument Air 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. 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. |
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| 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.
Instrumentation, 2005 Edition, Publisher-Pearson Custom ISBN: 0-536-85949-3 or CAPT, Publisher-Pearson, 2010 Edition: ISBN-10:0-13-700413-3 / ISBN-13:978-0-13-700413-3 |
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| Lecture Topics Outline |
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE FALL 2021 PTAC 2336 Process Instrumentation II Week of: Aug 23 Introduction to class. Chapter 14-Switches, Relays, and Annunciators (Terms and Questions) Holiday – Monday, Sept.7th Week of: Aug 30 Chapter 15-Signal Transmission and Conversion (Key Terms) Chapter 15-Signal Transmission and Conversion (Questions) Week of: Sept 6 Chapter 16-Controllers (Terms)/Review Exam 1 Chapter 16-Controllers (Questions) Download and complete the Handout sheet for Chapter 16. Then upload to blackboard. Week of: Sept 13 Chapter 16-Controllers (Handout) and Discussion Submit completed Study Guide review for Test 1 Exam 1 (Chapters 14, 15, &16) Week of: Sept 20 Chapter 17-Control Schemes (Terms) Chapter 17-Control Schemes (Questions) Sept. 27th Last Day to drop or withdraw without academic penalty Week of: Sept 27 Chapter 18- Advanced Control Schemes (Terms) Chapter 18- Advanced Control Schemes (Questions) Download and complete the Handout sheet for Chapter 18 then upload to blackboard. Week of: Oct 4 Chapter 19- Introduction to Digital Control (Terms)/Review Test 2 Chapter 19- Introduction to Digital Control (Questions) Download and complete the Handout sheet for Chapter 19 then upload to blackboard Week of: Oct 11 Submit completed Study Guide Review for Test 2 Test 2 (Chapters 17, 18, &19) Chapter 20-Programmable Logic Controls (Terms and questions) Download and complete the Handout sheet for Chapter 20 then upload to blackboard Week of: Oct 18 Chapter 21-Distributed Control Systems (DCS) Terms and questions. Download and complete the Handout sheet for Chapter 21 then upload to blackboard Week of: Oct 25 Chapter 22-Instrumentation Power Supply (Terms & Ques) Download and complete the Handout sheet for Chapter 22 then upload to blackboard Week of: Nov 1 Submit completed Study Guide review for Test 3. Test 3-(Chapters 20, 21, & 22) Chapter 23-Emergency Shutdown , Interlocks and Protective Devices (Part 1) Download and complete the Handout sheet for Chapter 23 then upload to blackboard. Week of: Nov 8 Chapter 23-Emergency Shutdown , Interlocks and Protective Devices (Part 2) Download and complete the handout attachment then upload to blackboard. Chapter 24-Instrumentation Malfunctions (Terms) November 18th Last Day to Drop or Withdraw with academic penalty Week of: Nov 15 Chapter 24-Instrumentation Malfunctions (Terms and Questions Download and complete the Handout sheet for Chapter 24 then upload to blackboard. Chapter 13-Instrumentation Troubleshooting (Terms and Questions) Thanksgiving Holiday – Thursday & Friday, Nov. 26-27 Week of: Nov 22 Submit competed Study Guide review for test 4. Test 4-(Chapters 23, 24, & 13) NO CLASS/Thanksgiving Holiday (Nov. 26) Week of: Nov 29 Complete identification of control loops. Completed Final Exam Study Guide Review due Dec. 7. Week of: Dec 6 Final Exam – Dec. 7- 9, 2021 |
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| Major Assignments Schedule |
TENTATIVE LAB SCHEDULE FALL 2021 PTAC 2336 Process Instrumentation II Week of: Aug 23 LO/TO simulator training. Week of: Aug 30 Switches, Relays, Identification/Signal Transmission and Conversion. Week of: September 6 Controller manual and auto operation. Week of: September 13 Controllers Illustration and Operation Week of: September 20 Control Schemes on Simtronics simulator Week of: September 27 Advanced Control Schemes Operation Week of: October 4 Introduction to Digital Control vs analog control. Week of: October 11 Programmable Logic Controls Week of: October 18 Distributed Control Systems (DCS) Week of: October 25 Instrumentation Power Supply Week of: November 1 Emergency Shutdown Week of: November 8 Interlocks and Protective Devices Week of: November 15 Instrumentation Malfunctions /Troubleshooting Week of: November 22 Instrumentation Malfunctions /Troubleshooting NO CLASS/ Nov. 26 Thanksgiving Holiday Week of: November 29 Operation of Process Instruments on Skid in room 104 |
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| Final Exam Date | December 7, 2021 - 8:0 AM Through December 9, 2021 - 4:0 PM | ||||||||||
| Grading Scale | 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F | ||||||||||
| Determination of Final Grade |
Chapter Tests-25%, Quizzes/homework/labs-25% Final Exam-30% Attendance 20% 1. You will have 4 Major Tests and a Final Exam in this class. All tests and the exam are taken on blackboard during a specified time frame. If you miss the test and it has to be reopened, there will be an automatic deduction of 10 points. 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. Lab attendance and participation is required. 2. Homework assignments are to be submitted on blackboard and must be completed by due date, 20 PTS will be deducted if not submitted by due date. Homework more than a week late will not receive a grade higher than 50. 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. 5. All grades will be posted on Blackboard. 6. The PTAC program has a dress code, failure to wear proper shoes and clothing will result in being sent out of class and counted absent 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. |
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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. 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 |
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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. | ||||||||||
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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. | ||||||||||
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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. |
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| HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||||
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