Fall 2021 Course Syllabus
Course: PTAC-1410- Section: 12
Process Technology I - Equipment 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Michael Sparrow
E-mailsparrowma@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6333
Office
Location:Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201 E
Hours:MW 10:00am-10:30am : TR 5.00pm-6:00pm : F 11:00am-1:00pm
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 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. 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.
7. Demonstrate comprehension of content-area reading material.
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 TechnologyI-Equipment by Pearson - ISBN-13: 978-0-13-700412-6
ISBN-10: 0-13-700412-5
Lecture Topics
Outline		 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
FALL 2021
PTAC    1410 Process Technology I – Equipment

Key Terms and Questions are due on designated week unless otherwise specified!
Week of:
August 23        Introduction to class.
             Chapter 1-Introduction to Process Equipment        
                    
Week of:
August 30        Chapter 2-Process Drawings and Industry Standards
             Chapter 3-Tools
Week of:
September 6        Chapter 4-Piping, Gaskets, Tubing, Hoses and Fittings/Review forTest 1        
     Chapter 5-Valves Key Terms    /Questions        

Week of:
September 13        Chapter 5 – Continue Valve operation discussions.
Completed Test 1 Study Guide Due.9/16
     Test 1 (Chapters 1,2,3,4 & 5) (Test open 9/16 will close 9/19)

Week of:
September 20        Chapter 6-Pumps Dynamic Key Terms and Questions
     Chapter 6-Pumps Continued Positive Displacement        

        Sept. 27th Last Day to drop or withdraw without academic penalty

Week of:
September 27        Chapter 7- Compressors
             Chapter 8-Turbines
Week of:    
October 4        Chapter 9-Motors and Engines
             Chapter 10-Power Transmission and Lubrication
             Study Guide Review Test 2
        
Week of:    
October 11        Completed Study Guide review due 10/12/21
Test 2-(Chapters 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10)
     Chapter 11- Heat Exchangers
            
Week of:    
October 18     Chapter 12- Cooling Towers
             Chapter 13-Furnaces
             Study Guide Review Test 3
Week of:    
October 25        Chapter 14-Boilers
             Chapter 15-Vessels

November 19th Last Day to Drop or Withdraw with academic penalty

Week of:
November 1        Test 3-(Chapters 11, 12, 13, 14 & 15)
             Chapter 16-Reactors

Week of:
November 8        Chapter 17-Filters and Dryers    
             Chapter 18-Solids Handling Equipment    
        
Week of:
November 15        Chapter 19-Environmental Control Equipment
             Chapter 20-Auxiliary Equipment
             Study Guide Review Test 4
Week of:
November 22        Test 4-(Chapters 16,17,18,19 & 20) (Dec. 1st./ Review for Final Exam
             Thanksgiving Holiday – Thursday & Friday, Nov. 25 & 26        

Week of:
November 29     Completed Final Exam Review due Dec. 1        
            
Week of:
December 6 Final Exam opens Monday 7:00am 12 /06 /21 and closes Wednesday 12:00PM,
        
Graduation Friday, Dec. 10, 2021
Major Assignments
Schedule		 Key Terms and Questions are due on designated date unless otherwise specified!
Week of:
August 24    Introduction to class.
            Chapter 1-Introduction to Process Equipment        
                    
Week of:
August 31    Chapter 2-Process Drawings and Industry Standards
            Chapter 3-Tools
Week of:
September 7    Chapter 4-Piping, Gaskets, Tubing, Hoses and Fittings/Review forTest 1        
     Chapter 5-Valves Key Terms            

Week of:
Sept 14     Chapter 5-Valves Questions Continued (completed Test 1 Study Guide Due.9/17
     Test 1 (Chapters 1,2,3,4 & 5) (Test open 9/17)

Week of:
Sept 21     Chapter 6-Pumps Dynamic Key Terms and Questions
     Chapter 6-Pumps Continued Positive Displacement        

        Sept. 28th Last Day to drop or withdraw without academic penalty

Week of:
Sept 28        Chapter 7- Compressors
            Chapter 8-Turbines
Week of:    
Oct 5        Chapter 9-Motors and Engines / Review for Test 2
             Chapter 10-Power Transmission and Lubrication
        
Week of:    
Oct 12        Test 2-(Chapters 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10)
     Chapter 11- Heat Exchangers
            
Week of:    
Oct 19        Chapter 12- Cooling Towers
            Chapter 13-Furnaces / Review Test 3

Week of:    
Oct 26        Chapter 14-Boilers
            Chapter 15-Vessels

November 19th Last Day to Drop or Withdraw with academic penalty

Week of:
Nov 2        Test 3-(Chapters 11, 12, 13, 14 & 15)
            Chapter 16-Reactors

Week of:
Nov 9        Chapter 17-Filters and Dryers    
            Chapter 18-Solids Handling Equipment    
        
Week of:
Nov 16        Chapter 19-Environmental Control Equipment/Review Test 4
            Chapter 20-Auxiliary Equipment

Week of:
Nov 23        Test 4-(Chapters 16,17,18,19 & 20) (Dec. 1st./ Review for Final Exam
            Thanksgiving Holiday – Thursday & Friday, Nov. 26 & 27        

Week of:
Nov 30        Completed Final Exam Review due Dec. 1        
            Final Exam – Dec. 3 thru Dec. 6

        
Week of
Dec 7        Graduation Friday, Dec. 11, 2020
Final Exam Date December 6, 2021 - 8:0 AM   Through  December 9, 2021 - 11:0 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-33%, Quizzes/homework/labs-34% Final Exam-33%
1. You will have 4 Major Tests and a Final Exam in this class. All tests and the exam are taken 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,each assignments have a specified day and date if you do not complete your homework as asigned Black board will close the assignment out at the specified times given for each Homework assignment. This will be recorded as a 0
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 . Homework assignments are to be submitted on blackboard and must be completed by due date, 50 PTS will be deducted if not submitted by due date. Homework more than a week late will not receive a grade higher than 0
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.
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 10 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
  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
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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.