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Fall 2023 Course Syllabus
Course: INTC-2336 (Section: 11, CRN: 91738) Distributed Control and Programmable Logic |
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| Instructor | George Bohn | ||||||||
| bohngw@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6391 | ||||||||
| Office | Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201 C | ||||||||
| Office Hours | M 3 - 5 pm, T 4 - 5 pm, W 1 - 5 pm, R 1 - 2 pm & 3 - 5 pm, F 1 - 5 pm | ||||||||
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| Description | An overview of distributed control systems including configuration of programmable logic controllers, smart transmitters, and field communicators. Functions of digital systems in a process control environment. | ||||||||
| Required 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.
Schoolcraft Instrumentation Vol. II ch 13-20 |
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| Additional Materials/Resources | None. | ||||||||
| Corequisites/Prerequisites | CETT 1409 | ||||||||
| Learning Outcomes | Configure programmable logic controllers (PLC's) to perform various tasks; explain how programmable logic controllers control the process environment; operate and troubleshoot digital systems. | ||||||||
| Program Student Learning Outcomes |
•Identify control panel indicators, calibration tools, electrical parts, and how they work. •Utilize a multimeter and oscilloscope to differentiate between two AC signals with respect to voltage, current, and power. •Apply electronic circuit fabrication techniques to industry standards. •Explain the static and dynamic aspects of processes. •Analyze level and gas measurements to determine proper operating parameters of specific process and electrical equipment. •Demonstrates standard safety procedures as required in industry. |
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| Lecture Topics Outline |
INTC 2336 Fall 2022 – Lecture Topics Introduction to the Class History and Overview Small Computers in Process Control DCS Architecture DCS Configuration and Operation System Integration Instrument Troubleshooting Servicing Fundamentals Practice test equipment |
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| Major Assignments Schedule |
INTC 2336 Fall 2022 – Tentative Schedule Instructor Bohn "The study of DCS systems and PLC's " Week 1Introduction to the Class Chapter 13 lecture Week 2 Chapter 13 questions due - Review Chapter 13 Test September 4 Labor Day Holiday Week 3 Chapter 14 lecture Week 4 Chapter 14 questions due - Review Chapter 14 Test Week 5 Chapter 15 lecture Chapter 15 questions due - Review Week 6 Chapter 15 Test Chapter 16 lecture Week 7 Chapter 16 questions due - Review Chapter 16 Test Week 8 Chapter 16 lab day (Amatrol Module) Chapter 17 Lecture Week 9 Chapter 17 questions due - Review Chapter 17 Test Week 10 Chapter 18 Lecture Chapter 18 questions due – Review Week 11 Chapter 18 Test Chapter 19 lecture Week 12 Chapter 19 questions due - Review Chapter 19 Test Week 13 Chapter 20 lecture Chapter 20 questions due - Review Week 14 Chapter 20 Test November 22 - 24 Holiday Week 15 Chapter 20 practice test equipment Final Review Week 16 Final Exam December 11-12 |
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| Final Exam Date | December 11, 2023 - 8:0 AM Through December 12, 2023 - 11:0 PM | ||||||||
| Grading Scale | 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F | ||||||||
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| Course Policies | |||||||||
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| Attendance Policy | As class attendance is crucial to making a passing grade, after 5, 7, & 9 class periods have been missed a letter grade will be dropped after each and after 11 missed class days a Failure will be recorded for the overall grade. If you are late to class, you will be counted tardy unless you have a recognized excuse. Sleeping in class will be discussed after class with me. Class absences can also have recognized excuses, with each being handled on a one on one basis with the instructor. | ||||||||
| Additional Information |
CELL PHONE POLICY - Please put cell phones out of sight and on mute during all class times. Using cell phones during class times is distracting to other students, if you must take a call or make a call, please go into hallway to do so. If there are repeated violations you will be dismissed from class for that day and counted as absent. TimelyCare is a virtual health and well-being platform available 24/7 for Lamar State College Port Arthur students. Any enrolled student can use TimelyCare. There is no cost to students. Go to timelycare.com/LSCPA or download the TimelyCare app to access care. |
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| Institutional Policies | |||||||||
| MyLSCPA | Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA. | ||||||||
| Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||
| 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. | ||||||||
| COVID 19 Information | The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website. | ||||||||
| 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. | ||||||||
| HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||
| Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect | As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual. | ||||||||
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| Clery Act Crime Reporting |
For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website. |
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| Grievance / Complaint / Concern | 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. | ||||||||
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