Fall 2023 Course Syllabus
Course: PTAC-2487 (Section: 1, CRN: 92687)
Internship - Process Technology-Technician
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Instructor Information
Instructor George Bohn
Email bohngw@lamarpa.edu
Phone (409) 984-6391
Office Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201C
Office Hours Office Hours: M 3 - 5 pm, T - 4 - 5 pm, W 1 - 5 pm, R 1 - 2 & 3 - 4 pm, F 1 - 5 pm
Additional Contact Information
Course Information
Description A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.
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.

None
Additional Materials/Resources None.
Corequisites/Prerequisites
  • PTAC-2336 Process Instrumentation II
  • PTAC-2420 Process Technology II-Systems
Learning Outcomes As outlined in the learning plan, apply the theory concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry; and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.
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.
Lecture Topics Outline Internship supervisor at plant to provide daily work schedule.
Major Assignments Schedule Week 1: All paper work due June 22
Week 2: Time Sheet and Work Log due
Week 3: Time Sheet and Work Log due
Week 4: Time Sheet and Work Log due
Week 5: Time Sheet and Work Log due
Week 6: Time Sheet and Work Log due
Week 7: Time Sheet and Work Log due
Week 8: Time Sheet and Work Log due
Week 9: Time Sheet and Work Log due
Week 10: Time Sheet and Work Log due
Week 11: Time Sheet and Work Log due
Week 12: Time Sheet and Work Log due
Week 13: Time Sheet and Work Log due
Week 14: Time Sheet and Work Log due
Week 15: Time Sheet and Work Log due

September 13: Final paperwork due - 5 PM
Final Exam Date September 13, 2023 - 5:00 PM   Through  September 13, 2023 - 5:00 PM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade
Students are graded on the following, once minimum hours are met:
60% Work Site Evaluation
40% Instructor Evaluation and Assignments ( All paperwork must be completed and returned in a timely manner) (Time Sheet/Work Log is due weekly)
Course Policies
Instructor Policies
Attendance Policy Student must work the minimum number of hours to be eligible for a passing grade. Minimum number of hours is 192 hours.
Additional Information
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.
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
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.

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