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Fall 2024 Course Syllabus
Course: INTC-1301 (Section: 51, CRN: 92415) Principles of Industrial Measurements I |
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| Instructor | Jose Perez | ||||||||
| perezjm3@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6381 | ||||||||
| Office | Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201B | ||||||||
| Office Hours | M 4-5 W 4-5 | ||||||||
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| Description | Principles of measurement. Includes operation of devices used to measure process variables and basic control functions. | ||||||||
| 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.
1. Vol. I by Schoolcraft Chapters 1-6 and 11-15 |
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| Additional Materials/Resources |
PPE Kit: Hard Hat Safety Glasses Ear Plugs (2 pair) Gloves This PPE kit will cost $35 and you will be given a way to purchase this kit. |
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| Corequisites/Prerequisites | None | ||||||||
| Learning Outcomes | Apply selected principles of process measurement; describe the control loop as applied to selected process variables; and demonstrate safety procedures. | ||||||||
| 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 1301 FALL 2024 Introduction to the Class The Nature of Process Control Elements of Process Control Process Control Signals Introduction to Process Measurement Principles of Transducer Operation Basic Process Measurement Systems Principles of Pressure in Liquids and Gases Pressure Sensors Pressure Transducers Principles of Level Measurement |
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| Major Assignments Schedule |
INTC 1301 – 1 FALL 2024 Instructor Perez "Principles of industrial measurement" – Tentative Schedule Week 1 Introduction to the Class Chapter 1 Lecture Week 2 Chapter 1 Questions Due Review Chapter 1 Test Week 3 September 5 Labor Day Holiday Chapter 2 Lecture Week 4 Chapter 2 Questions due Review Chapter 2 Test Week 5 Chapter 3 Lecture Chapter 3 Questions due Review Week 6 Chapter 3 Test Chapter 4 Lecture Week 7 Chapter 4 Questions due Review Chapter 4 Test Week 8 Chapter 5 Lecture Chapter 5 Questions due Review Week 9 Chapter 5 Test Chapter 6 Lecture Week 10 Chapter 6 Questions due Review Chapter 6 Test Week 11 Chapter 11 Lecture Chapter 11 Questions due Review Week 12 Chapter 11 Test Chapter 12 & 13 Lecture Week 13 Chapter 12 & 13 Questions -Review Chapter 12 &13 Test Week 14 Chapter 15 Lecture November 27 - 29 Thanksgiving Holiday Week 15 Chapter 15 Questions due Review Chapter 15 Test – Final Review Week 16 Final Exam December 6-11 |
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| Final Exam Date | December 6, 2024 - 8:0 AM Through December 10, 2024 - 11:0 PM | ||||||||
| Grading Scale | 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F | ||||||||
| Determination of Final Grade |
There will be chapter exams, a comprehensive final exam, a combined lab quiz and homework grade. Home work must be completed when due. All late homework not turned in on time will be counted as a zero. It is your responsibility to keep up with your assignments and homework. The course grade will be based on the following percentages: Homework 30%, Chapter Tests 30%, and Final 40%. Failure to take the Final Exam will result in an automatic F for this class. AI may not be used in this class. | ||||||||
| Course Policies | |||||||||
| Instructor Policies | CELL PHONE POLICY - Please put cell phones out of sight and on mute during all class times. Cell Phone (texting, gaming, using, calling, taking photos or recording of any kind is prohibited in all classes). Using Cell Phones during class times is distracting to other paying students. If there are repeated violations you will be dismissed from class for that day and counted as absent. | ||||||||
| 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 |
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. Course: INTC 1301 Chemical/Refining Process Technician Skill Standards Recognized by Texas Still Standards Board (TSSB) Key Activities Numbers: 1.4, 1.7, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3.4, 4.4 |
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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 Disability Services Coordinator, Room 117, in the Student Sucess Center. 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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