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Fall 2023 Course Syllabus
Course: PTAC-1408 (Section: 1, CRN: 91176) Safety, Health, and Environment |
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| Instructor | James Powell | ||||||||
| powellj@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6344 | ||||||||
| Office | Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201 D | ||||||||
| Office Hours | MW- 7:00AM -7:55AM, 10:55AM-11:55AM,1:40PM-2:50PM TR-7:00AM-7:55AM, 11:30AM-11:55AM, 3:00PM-3:35PM |
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| Description | An overview of safety, health, and environmental issues in the performance of all job tasks. | ||||||||
| 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.
Safety, Health and Environment , Second Edition NAPTA Publisher-Pearson. ISBN-13: 978-0-13-557249-8 ISBN-10: 0-13-557249-5 |
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| Additional Materials/Resources | None. | ||||||||
| Corequisites/Prerequisites | N.A. | ||||||||
| Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes Based on Program Student Learning Outcomes Course: PTAC1408-Safety, Health, and Environment I Program: Process Technology Program Assessment Manager: Powell Date: 8-16-2011 PSLO Course Outcomes 1. Uses technology to access operator-specific documentation and training. PSLO Course Outcomes 2. Identify specific equipment and operating parameters to meet industry standards. 1. Students will be able to identify different types of safety equipment. Measures: Written exams over textbook chapters; class discussion, and demonstration . PSLO Course Outcomes 3. Identify and adjust controls to meet requirements for safe and effective operation. PSLO Course Outcomes 4. Implements standard safety procedures as required in industry. 2. Students will be able to describe the role of a process technician in relation to safety, health, and environment. Measures: Written exams over textbook chapters, class discussion and embedded questions. 3. Students will be able to describe components of a typical plant safety, health, and environment program. Measures: Written exams over textbook chapters; class discussion and embedded questions. 4. Students will be able to list safety, health, and environment equipment used. Measures: Written exams over textbook chapters; class discussion and embedded questions. 5. Students will be able to demonstrate safety procedures used during cleaning out, isolation and repair of process equipment. Measures: Written exams over textbook chapters; class discussion and hands on isolation of equipment. PSLO Course Outcomes 5. ALPHA: Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. 6. Students will be able to identify all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material. Demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. Measures: Embedded test questions; pre/post test. | ||||||||
| 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. | ||||||||
| Lecture Topics Outline |
TENTATIVE LECTURE SCHEDULE PTAC 1408 Safety, Health and Environment Lecture Topics Week 1 Introduction to class. Chapter 1-Introduction to Safety, Health and Environment Week 2 Chapter 2-Types of Hazards and their Effects Chapter 3-Recognizing Chemical Hazards Week 3 Chapter 4-Recognizing Biological Hazards Week 4 Chapter 5-Equipment and Energy Hazards Week 5 Chapter 6-Fire and Explosion Hazards Chapter 7-Pressure,Temperature, and Radiation Hazards Week 6 Chapter 8-Hazardous Atmospheres and Respirator Hazards Chapter 9-Working Area and Height Hazards Week 7 Chapter 10-Hearing and Noise Hazards Chapter 11-Construction,Maintenance and Tool Hazards Week 8 Chapter 12-Vehicle and Transportation Hazards Chapter 13-Natural Disasters and Inclement Weather Week 9 Chapter 14-Physical Security and Cyber Security Week 10 Chapter 15- Recognizing Ergonomic Hazards Chapter 16- Recognizing Environmental Hazards Week 11 Chapter 17-Introduction to Hazard Controls Chapter 18-Engineering Controls: Alarms & Indicator Systems Week 12 Chapter 19-Process Containment & Process Upset Control Chapter 20- Administrative Controls: Programs and Practices Week 13 Chapter 21- Permitting Systems Chapter 22- Personal Protective Equipment & First Aid Week 14 Chapter 23- Monitoring EquipmentChapter 24-Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Response Equipment Week 15 Review of Chapter Topics for Final Exam . Week 16 Final Exam |
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| Major Assignments Schedule |
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE PTAC 1408 Safety, Health and Environment Homework Assignments and Test NOTE: Questions are due on designated week unless otherwise specified! Week 1 Introduction to class. Chapter 1- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Week 2 Chapter 2- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Chapter 3- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Week 3 Chapter 4- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Start work on Complete Study Guide Review for Test 1 Week 4 Chapter 5- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Completed Test 1 Study Guide review due Test 1-(Chapters 1,2,3,4 & 5) Week 5 Chapter 6- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Chapter 7- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Week 6 Chapter 8- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Chapter 9- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Completed Test 2 Study Guide review due Week 7 Test 2-(Chapters 6,7,8 & 9) Chapter 10- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Chapter 11- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Week 8 Chapter 12- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Chapter 13- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Week 9 Chapter 14- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Completed Test 3 Study Guide review due Test 3- (Chapters 10,11,12,13 & 14) Week 10 Chapter 15- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Chapter 16- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Week 11 Chapter 17- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Chapter 18- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Week 12 Chapter 19- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Completed Test 4 Study Guide review due Test 4- (Chapters 15, 16, 17, 18, & 19) Chapter 20- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Week 13 Chapter 21- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Chapter 22- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Week 14 Chapter 23- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Chapter 24- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due Week 15 Completed Test 5 Study Guide review due Test 5- (Chapters 20, 21, 22, 23, & 24) Completed Final Exam Study Guide Review due. Week 16 Final Exam due |
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| Final Exam Date | December 8, 2023 - 7:0 AM Through December 12, 2023 - 11:30 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-25%, Final Exam-30%, Class Participation 20%
1. You will have 5 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 due date and it has to be reopened, there will be an automatic deduction of 20 points. There are "NO RETAKES". If you miss a Test, due to an EXCUSED absence a makeup test will be allowed if absence is excused per the absence policy and is verifiable. If you are involved in Academic Dishonesty, you will receive a ZERO for that test. Taking the Final Exam is Mandatory to complete the course. |
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| Course Policies | |||||||||
| Instructor Policies |
1. 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.
2. Students that are disruptive in class, or sleeping will be asked to leave and counted an unexcused absence for the day. 3. All grades will be posted on Blackboard. 4. 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. 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. Chemical/Refining Process Technician Skill Standards Endorsed by NAPTA Recognized by Texas Skill Standards Board (TSSB) Key Activities and Statement Course: PTAC 1408 K9.1 Conduct Preventative SHE Inspections K9.2 Conduct SHE Incident and Hazard Investigations K9.3 Instruct Individuals Entering Operating Area in SHE Policies and Procedures |
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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 (more than 5mins), for lectures or labs.
2. Absences: NOTE: Students will need to communicate with me about absences to receive an excused absence at my discretion. Excused absences (verifiable) are only allowed for, a personal doctors visit or a Childs doctor visit or an illness that requires a hospital stay, mandatory quarantine for COVID 19 exposure, or a death in your immediate family. 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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| Additional Information |
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. I will not give your grades to a proxy. You must come to my office in person. Chemical/Refining Process Technician Skill Standards Endorsed by NAPTA Recognized by Texas Skill Standards Board (TSSB) Key Activities and Statement Course: PTAC 1408 K9.1 Conduct Preventative SHE Inspections K9.2 Conduct SHE Incident and Hazard Investigations K9.3 Instruct Individuals Entering Operating Area in SHE Policies and Procedures |
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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. | ||||||||
| 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. |
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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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