House Bill 2504 Spring 2020 PTAC-2420-02 - Process Technology II-Systems Syllabus


Spring 2020 Course Syllabus Course: PTAC-2420- Section: 02 Process Technology II-Systems

Instructor Information

Instructor

Michael Sparrow

E-mail

sparrowma@lamarpa.edu

Phone

(409) 984-6333

Office

Location:	Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201 E
Hours:	M-3:00-4:00, T-TH 8:30-10:30, W 1:30-3:30, F 8:00-9:00 -10:00-11:45

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

A study of the various process systems, including related scientific principles.

Prerequisites

PREREQUISITES: PTAC-1302 / PTAC-1410 /PTAC-1432

Learning Outcomes

PSLO    Course Outcomes
1. Uses 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 standards safety procedures as required in industry.
5. Demonstrate comprehension of content-area reading material.

isolation of equipment.

Core Objectives

Program Student Learning Outcomes

PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material.
PSLO 1: Uses technology to access operator-specific documentation and training. PSLO 2: Identify specific equipment and operating parameters to meet industry standards. PSLO 3: Identify and adjust controls to meet requirements for safe and effective operation. PSLO 4: Implements standard safety procedures as required in industry.

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 Systems by Michael Speegle , Publisher-Thomson Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-4180-3999-8 / ISBN-10: 1-4180-3999-3

Lecture Topics
Outline

Week of:
January     20    No Class MLK Holiday
22     Introduction to class.
24 Chapter 1-The System Concept

27 Chapter 1-The System Concept
29 Chapter 2- Overview of Industrial Water Treatment
31     Chapter 2- Overview of Industrial Water Treatment

February
3 Chapter 3-Fire Water, Wastewater, and Storm Water Systems
5 Chapter 4-Potable Water, Process Water,& Demineralized Water Systems
7 Chapter 5-Cooling Water Systems/

10 Exam1
12    Exam 1 (Chapters 1,2,3,4 & 5)
14 Chapter 6-Plant Air, Instrument Air and Nitrogen Systems

17 Chapter 7-Natural Gas and Fuel Gas Systems
19 Chapter 8-Steam Generation and Boiler Feedwater Systems
21 Chapter 9-Steam Distribution and Condensate Systems

24 Chapter 9-Steam Distribution and Condensate Systems
26 Chapter 10-Electrical Power Generation and Distribution Systems
28     Chapter 10-Electrical Power Generation and Distribution Systems
March
2 Review for Exam 2
4 Review for Exam 2
6 Exam 2(Chapter 6,7,8,9,10 )

9 SPRING BREAK
13 SPRING BREAK

23 THRU 27 Chapter 11-Relief and Flare Systems
     Chapter 12-Refrigeration Systems
APRIL
30 THRU 03 Chapter 13-Distillation Systems
06 THRU 10 Chapter 13-Distillation Systems

13 THRU 17 Chapter 14-Combustion
Chapter 15-Extraction Systems / Review for Exam 3

04/020/20 Exam 3-(Chapters11,12,13,14 & 15)

21 THRU 24 Chapter 16-Adsorption System
27 THRU 01 Chapter 17-Absorption and Stripping Systems

MAY
04 THRU 08 Chapter 18-Reactor Systems
Chapter 23-Material Storage and Blending Systems


FINALS 05 -12- 20
05-13 -20

Major Assignments
Schedule

Final Exam Date

May 11, 2020 - 12:00 PM Through May 11, 2020 - 3:00 PM

Grading Scale

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

Determination of
Final Grade

3. A student with no absences will receive 15 bonus points added to your test points total at the end of the semester.
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". Makeup test will be allowed if absence is excused per the absence policy or by Instructor. If you miss "ONE" Test, your lowest DETERMINATION OF FINAL GRADE: Chapter Tests-33.1/3%, Quizzes/homework/labs-33.1/3% Final Exam-33.1/3%
current test score will be given for that test. 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 NOT be allowed to replace the zero with your current test average. Taking the Final Exam is required to complete the course.

Course Policies

Instructor Policies

1. Homework must be completed on time, 15 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 50. Homework must be hand written.2. Cell Phone use is not permitted in the classroom or lab. If a student is caught on their cell phone in class, the student will be asked to leave class. This will result in the student being counted absent from the class and having 4 points deducted from their major test points total at the end of the semester.
3. Students that are disruptive in class will be asked to leave and counted absent from the class. This will result in having 4 points deducted from their major test points total at the end of the semester.

Attendance Policy

2. Cell Phone use is not permitted in the classroom or lab. If a student is caught on their cell phone in class, the student will be asked to leave class. This will result in the student being counted absent from the class and having 4 points deducted from their major test points total at the end of the semester.
3. Students that are disruptive in class will be asked to leave and counted absent from the class. This will result in having 4 points deducted from their major test points total at the end of the semester.

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.

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.

Other

HB 2504

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