House Bill 2504 Spring 2020 PTAC-2446-11 - Process Troubleshooting Syllabus


Spring 2020 Course Syllabus Course: PTAC-2446- Section: 11 Process Troubleshooting

Instructor Information

Instructor

James Powell

E-mail

powellj@lamarpa.edu

Phone

(409) 984-6344

Office

Department

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

Course Information

Description

Instruction in the different types of troubleshooting techniques, procedures, and methods used to solve process problems.

Prerequisites

PTAC-2420 / PTAC-1432

Learning Outcomes

CSLOs:
1. List methods and models associated with process troubleshooting. (PSLO 1); measured by embedded test questions, demonstration using computer simulation programs.

2. Identify different types of troubleshooting techniques used to troubleshoot equipment specific to various types of process operations. (PSLO 2); measured by embedded test questions, demonstration on actual process equipment and using computer simulation programs.

3. Demonstrate ability to employ applicable troubleshooting methods to solve process problems. (PSLO 3); measured by embedded test questions, demonstration on actual process equipment and using computer simulation programs.

4. Interpret data collection and analysis, their cause and effect relationships, and use reasoning to diagnose process problems. (PSLO 3); measured by embedded test questions, class discussion, and demonstration on actual process equipment and using computer simulation programs.

5. Follow safety procedures employed during troubleshooting process problems. (PSLO 4); measured by embedded test questions, class discussion and demonstration on actual process equipment and using computer simulation programs.

6. Identify all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material. Demonstrate a full understanding of the reading. (PSLO 5); measured by embedded test question, pre / post-test.

Core Objectives

* Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication.
* Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions.
* Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts.
* Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Process Technology

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.

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.

Process Technology Troubleshooting by Charles Thomas , Publisher-Delmar Cengage ISBN-10: 1-4283-1100-9 / ISBN-13: 978-1-4283-1100-8

Lecture Topics
Outline

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
SPRING 2020
PTAC    2446 Process Technology Troubleshooting

Week of:
January    20    MLK Holiday
        22    Introduction to Class/Syllabi Review

27    Chapter 1-Introduction to Process Instrumentation and Troubleshooting
        29    Chapter 2-Process Symbols and Diagrams

February    3    Continue Chapter 2-Process Symbols and Diagrams
        5    Chapter 3-Understanding Process Equipment/Review Exam 1

        10    Chapter 4-Introduction to Control Loops
        12    Exam 1 (Chapters 1,2,3,&4)

17    Chapter 5- Statistics, Quality Tools, and Troubleshooting Techniques
        19    Chapter 6-Control Charts

        24    Chapter 7- Introduction to Process Troubleshooting
        26    Chapter 8- Pump Model/Review Exam 2

            Last Day to drop without academic penalty (March 2)

March        2    Continue Chapter 8-Pump Model
        4    Exam 2 (Chapters 5,6,7,&8)

        9    Spring Break
        11    Spring Break

        17    School closed due to CoVid 19
        19    School closed due to CoVid 19

        WEEK OF 23RD
            Chapter 9- Compressor Model
            Chapter 10-Heat Exchanger Model

        WEEK OF 30TH
            Chapter 11-Cooling Tower Model
    Chapter 12-Boiler Model/ Review Exam 3

April        WEEK OF 6TH
            Chapter 13-Furnace Model
            Exam 3-(Chapters 9, 10,11,12& 13) ONLINE

            WEEK OF 13TH
Chapter 14-Distillation Model
                Chapter 14- Continue Distillation Model

April 17 Last Day to Drop or Withdraw for the semester with academic penalty

April            WEEK OF 20TH
                Chapter 15-Reactor Model
                Chapter 16-Separation Model

            WEEK OF 27TH
Chapter 17-Multivariable Plant/Review Exam 4
                Continue Chapter 17-Multivariable Plant

May            WEEK OF 4TH
                Exam 4 ONLINE

            WEEK OF 11TH                                                    Final Exam May 12/13 ONLINE



May         15    Graduation Friday, May 15, 2020

Major Assignments
Schedule

Final Exam Date

May 12, 2020 - 8:00 AM Through May 13, 2020 - 12:00 PM

Grading Scale

90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F

Determination of
Final Grade

DETERMINATION OF FINAL GRADE: Chapter Tests-33%, Quizzes/homework/labs-34% Final Exam-33%
1. You will have 4 Major Tests and a Final Exam in this class. All tests and the exam are taken in class on a specified day. There are "NO RETAKES". If you miss "ONE" Test, your lowest current test score will be given for that test, ONLY if you missed the test due to an EXCUSED absence or a makeup test will be allowed if absence is excused per the absence policy. If you miss more than one test, you will receive a zero for each additional test you miss. If you are involved in Academic Dishonesty, you will receive a ZERO for that test. Taking the Final Exam is required to complete the course.
2. Homework must be completed and ready by start of class, 25 PTS will be deducted each class day late, for two class days. Homework more than 2 class days late will not receive a grade higher than 40. Homework must be hand written. Homework grade will be a weekly average as one grade.
3. 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 absent for the day.
4. Students that are disruptive in class will be asked to leave and counted absent from the class.
5. All grades will be posted on Blackboard.
6. 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.

Course Policies

Instructor Policies

I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. I will not give your grade to another student. 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 Workforce Investment Council (TWIC)
Key Activities and Statement
Course: PTAC 2446

K8.1 Diagnose Malfunction or Abnormality
K8.2 Remedy Equipment/Process Malfunction

Attendance Policy

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: Tardiness (more than 5mins), for lectures or labs, 4 Tardies will count as an Absence.
2. Absences: NOTE: Excused absences (verifiable) are only allowed for, an illness that requires a hospital stay or a death in your immediate family, excluding aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. 5 absences=drop 1 letter grade, 7 absences=drop 2 letter grades, 9-absences=drop 3 letter grades, 11 absences=F
3. A student with no absences will receive 10 bonus points added to your test points total at the end of the semester.
4. 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 absent for the day.
5. Students that are disruptive in class will be asked to leave and counted absent from the class.

Academic Honesty

Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.

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.

Important Information

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.

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Other

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 absent for the day.

Students that are disruptive in class will be asked to leave and counted absent from the class.

All grades will be posted on Blackboard.

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.

HB 2504

This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.