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Fall 2024 Course Syllabus
Course: PTAC-1410 (Section: 51, CRN: 92058) Process Technology I - Equipment |
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| Instructor | Thomas Janise | ||||||||
| janiseth@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6391 | ||||||||
| Office | Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201C | ||||||||
| Office Hours | TU - TH 5-8pm |
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| Additional Contact Information | 409-201-2407 | ||||||||
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| Description | Introduction to the use of common processing equipment. | ||||||||
| 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.
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 |
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| Additional Materials/Resources |
There is a hard hat kit required to be purchased by all students (both PTAC and INST). Below is the link to purchase the PPE kit as well as the link for the Instrumentation students in CETT 1321 who need to purchase an electronics project kit. Please put this information on your course syllabi (all of them). They only need to purchase one kit. Electronics/Instrumentation Kit (touchnet.com) Students may state they have a hard hat—they MUST use the hard hat purchased with the kit. They cannot use their own from other locations. |
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| Corequisites/Prerequisites | PTAC 1302 or con-current | ||||||||
| Learning Outcomes |
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. Describe the roles, responsibilities, safety, environmental, and quality concepts associated with the work environment of a process technician; and identify basic processes, equipment, and systems. |
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| Program Student Learning Outcomes |
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. |
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| Lecture Topics Outline |
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| Major Assignments Schedule |
Discussion and Hands-on demos including daily discussion of Safe Work Practices Chapter 1-Introduction to Process Equipment Chapter 2-Process Drawings and Industry Standards Chapter 3-Tools Chapter 4-Piping, Gaskets, Tubing, Hoses and Fittings Chapter 5-Valves Chapter 5 – Continue Valve operation discussions. Chapter 6-Pumps Chapter 7 - Compressors Chapter 8-Turbines Chapter 9-Motors and Engines Chapter 10-Power Transmission and Lubrication Chapter 11- Heat Exchangers Chapter 12- Cooling Towers Chapter 13-Furnaces Chapter 14-Boilers Chapter 15-Vessels Chapter 16-Reactors Chapter 17-Filters and Dryers Chapter 18-Solids Handling Equipment Chapter 19-Environmental Control Equipment Chapter 20-Auxiliary Equipment |
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| Final Exam Date | December 6, 2024 - 8:0 AM Through December 9, 2024 - 6:0 PM | ||||||||
| Grading Scale |
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| Determination of Final Grade |
10% - Attendance/Participation 10% - Labs 30% - Exams 25% - Assignments 25% - Final Exam |
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| Course Policies | |||||||||
| Instructor Policies |
Email me at any time to discuss your progress. |
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| Attendance Policy |
Course Attendance score will count as an Exam. 4 unexcused absences results in a drop of a letter grade. 11 unexcused absences results in course failure. |
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| Additional Information |
Access all assignments and exams through the Content link on your Blackboard page. You must stay current with your email... announcements and other information will be issued through email. Communicate with me through email whenever possible. My cell number is 409-201-2407... use with discretion. 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. Chemical/Refining Process Technician Skill Standards Endorsed by NAPTA Recognized by Texas Workforce Investment Council Key Activities and Statement Course: PTAC 1302 K9.4 Comply with Company 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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