Instructor: James Powell

Email: powellj@lamarpa.edu

Phone: 409-984-6344

Office Hours: MW- 7:00AM -7:55AM, 12:45PM-3:15PM

TR–7:00AM-7:55AM, 11:30AM-11:55AM, 3:00PM-3:15PM

Additional Contact Information: Office: Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201D

Continued study of the instruments and control systems used in the process industries including terminology, process variables, symbology, control loops, and troubleshooting.

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PTAC-1432

CSLOs: 1. Demonstrate ability to utilize the various instruments used in the process industry. (PSLO 1); measured by: embedded test questions, class discussion, demonstration, and hands on operation. 2. Apply advanced instrumentation principles and theories to process systems. (PSLO 2); measured by: embedded test questions, class discussion, demonstration and hands on operation. 3. Identify the various types of instruments used in the process industry. (PSLO 2); measured by: embedded test questions, class discussion, demonstration, using computer simulator programs and hands on operation. 4. Diagram the process control elements in a control loop. (PSLO 4); measured by: embedded test questions, class discussion, demonstration and hands on identification of control loop components. 5. Identify and adjust the various instruments used in the process industries. (PSLO 5); measured by: embedded test questions, class discussion, and demonstration using computer simulator programs and hands on operation of equipment. 6. Demonstrate safety procedures used during cleaning out, isolation and repair of process instruments. (PSLO 6); measured by: embedded test questions, class discussion, demonstration and hands on application.

PSLOs: 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.

TENTATIVE LECTURE SCHEDULE

PTAC 2336-01 Process Instrumentation II

Lecture Topics

            Week 1           Introduction to class.

Week 2          Chapter 12-Control Loops:

Week 3          Controllers and Final Control Element Overview                             

Week 4          Chapter 13-Control Loops:

                                  Control Valves and Regulators

Week 5          Chapter 14-Controllers                                

Week 6          Chapter 15-Control Schemes

Week 7          Chapter 16-Advanced Control Schemes

Week 8          Chapter 17-Introduction to Digital Control

Week 9          Chapter 18- Programmable Logic Controls

Week 10        Chapter 19- Distributed Control Systems (DCS)

Week 11        Chapter 20-Instrumentation Power Supply

      Week 12        Chapter 21-Emergency Shutdown (ESD)

      Week 13        Interlocks and Protective Devices

      Week 14        Chapter 22-Instrumentation Malfunctions

Week 15        Chapter 23-Instrumentation Troubleshooting

     Week 16       Review of Control Loops Logic

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

PTAC 2336-01 Process Instrumentation II

Homework Assignments and Test Due

Key Terms and Questions are due on designated week unless otherwise specified!

NOTICE: ASSIGNMENTS THAT ARE DUE ON OR BEFORE 12-4-26 WILL CLOSE AT 11:30 PM ON DECEMBER 4, 2026 AND YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ACCESS THEM.

Week 1           Introduction to class.

                       Overview of controllers and final control elements

Week 2          Chapter 12-Complete Key Terms Due

                       Chapter 12- Complete Review Questions

Week 3          Chapter 13-Complete Key Terms Due

            Chapter 13-Complete Review Questions Due

Week 4     Chapter 14-Complete Key Terms Due

                       Chapter 14-Complete Review Question Due

            Download and complete the additional assignment sheet for Chapter 14. Then upload to blackboard. Due 

Week 5      Study Guide Test 1 Due

            Exam 1 (Chapters 12, 13, &14) Due

Week 6          Chapter 15- Complete Key Terms Due

            Chapter 15- Complete Review Questions Due

Week 7      Chapter 16- Complete Key Terms Due

                       Chapter 16- Complete Review Questions Due

            Download and complete the additional assignment sheet for Chapter 16. Then upload to blackboard. Due

Week 8          Chapter 17- Complete Key Terms Due

                      Chapter 17- Complete Review Questions Due

            Download and complete the additional assignment sheet for Chapter 17 then upload to blackboard. Due  

            Review Test 2 Due

           Test 2 (Chapters 15, 16, &17) Due 

Week 9         Chapter 18-Complete Key Terms Due                                  

                       Chapter 18-Complete Review Questions Du8

            Download and complete the additional assignment sheet for Chapter 19 then upload to blackboard. Due

Week 10        Chapter 19-Complete Key Terms Due Review Test 3

                       Chapter 19-Complete Review Questions Due

            Download and complete the additional assignment sheet for Chapter 19 then upload to blackboard. Due

Week 11    Chapter 20-Complete Key Terms Due Review Test 3

            Chapter 20-Complete Review Questions Due

            Download and complete the additional assignment sheet for Chapter 20 then upload to blackboard. Due

            Review Test 3 Due

            Test 3-(Chapters 18, 19, & 20)                     

Week 12        Chapter 21-Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

            Download and complete the additional assignment sheet for Chapter 21 Part 1 Due

            Download and complete the additional assignment sheet for Chapter 21 Part 2 .Due                 

Week 13        Chapter 22-Complete Key Terms Due

                       Chapter 22-Complete Review Question Due

                      Download and complete the additional assignment sheet for Chapter 22 then upload to blackboard.

Week 14        Chapter 22-Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due   

            Download and complete the additional assignment sheet for Chapter 22 then upload to blackboard     

Week 15    Chapter 23-Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due    

           Review Test 4 Due

            Test 4-(Chapters 21, 22, & 23)         

Week 16        Completed Final Exam Review due

            Final Exam – Due

December 4, 2026 - 7:00 AM  Through  December 8, 2026 - 11:30 PM

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

Chapter Tests-25%, Quizzes/homework-25% Final Exam-30% Labs 10% Attendance 10%. 

1. You will have 4 Major Tests and a Final Exam in this class. All tests and the exam are taken on blackboard during a specified time frame. If you miss the test due date and it has to be reopened, there will be an automatic deduction of 20 points. There are "NO RETAKES". If you miss a Test, due to an EXCUSED absence a makeup test will be allowed if absence is excused per the absence policy and is verifiable.  Taking the Final Exam is Mandatory to complete the course. Failure to take the Final Exam is an automatic Fail for the course..

2. Homework assignments are to be submitted on blackboard and must be completed by due date, 5 points if a day late, 10 points if 2 days late, 15 PTS will be deducted if submitted more than 5 days late. Homework more than 2 weeks late will potentially not receive a grade higher than 50. 

THIS USE OF AI IS PROHIBITED IN THIS CLASS!

1. 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 or sleeping, the student will be asked to leave class and counted an unexcused absence for the day.

2. Students that are disruptive in class will be asked to leave and counted an unexcused absence for the day.

3. All grades will be posted on Blackboard.

4. 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.

I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. If you want to discuss your grades, you must come to my office, in person.

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.

2. Absences: NOTE: Students will need to communicate with me about absences to receive an excused absence at my discretion. Excused absences (verifiable) are only allowed for, a personal doctors visit or a Childs doctor visit or an illness that requires a hospital stay, mandatory quarantine for COVID 19 exposure, or a death in your immediate family. 5 absences=drop 1 letter grade, 7 absences=drop 2 letter grades, 9-absences=drop 3 letter grades, 11 absences=F

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.

AI is not allowed to used in this Process Instrumentation Class.



I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. 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 Skill Standards Board (TSSB)

Key Activities and Statement

Course: PTAC 2336

K6.1   Monitor and Regulate Instrument Air System

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