Spring 2020 Course Syllabus
Course: PTAC-2446- Section: 12 Process Troubleshooting |
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Instructor | James Powell | ||||||||||
powellj@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||||
Phone | (409) 984-6344 | ||||||||||
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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 |
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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 |
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Major Assignments Schedule |
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 |
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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. |
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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 |
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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. |
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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. | ||||||||||
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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. | ||||||||||
MyLamarPA | Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLamarPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLamarPA. | ||||||||||
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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. |
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HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. |