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

Introduction to the use of common processing equipment.

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PTAC-1302 or Concurrent

CSLOs: 1. Describe the basic functions of process equipment. (PSLO 1); measured by embedded test questions, class discussion, and demonstration on actual process equipment 2. Describe related scientific principles associated with process equipment. (PSLO 1); measured by embedded test questions, class discussion, and demonstration on actual process equipment 3. Identify process equipment components. (PSLO 2); measured by embedded test questions, class discussion, and demonstration on actual process equipment. 4. Demonstrate ability to describe the principles of quality control. (PSLO 3); measured by embedded test questions, class discussion, and demonstration on actual process equipment. 5. Demonstrate operation of basic equipment components used in the process industries. (PSLO 5); measured by embedded test questions, demonstration on actual process equipment 6. Demonstrate safety procedures used during cleaning out, isolation, and repair of process equipment. (PSLO 6); measured by embedded test questions, demonstration on actual process equipment.

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 1410 Process Technology I – Equipment

Lecture Topics

Week 1          Introduction to class.

                  Chapter 1-Introduction to Process Equipment                     

Week 2          Chapter 2-Process Drawings and Industry Standards

Week 3          Chapter 3-Tools

Week 4          Chapter 4-Piping, Gaskets, Tubing, Hoses and Fittings

Week 5          Chapter 5-Valves and operation discussion

Week 6          Chapter 6-Pumps Dynamic

                  Chapter 6-Pumps Continued Positive Displacement             

Week 7          Chapter 7- Compressors

                                   Chapter 8-Turbines

Week 8          Chapter 9-Motors and Engines

                                   Chapter 10-Power Transmission and Lubrication

Week 9          Chapter 11- Heat Exchangers                                   

                                  Chapter 12- Cooling Towers

Week 10        Chapter 13-Furnaces

                                   Chapter 14-Boilers

Week 11        Chapter 15-Vessels                            

                                   Chapter 16-Reactors

Week 12        Chapter 17-Filters and Dryers           

                                   Chapter 18-Solids Handling Equipment

Week 13        Chapter 19-Environmental Control Equipment

Week 14        Chapter 20-Auxiliary Equipment                              

Week 15        Discussion of Heat Exchangers and Valves Systems

Week 16        Final Exam

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

PTAC 1410-01 Equipment

Homework Assignments and Test Due Dates

NOTE: 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.

                       Chapter 1- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

Week 2          Chapter 2- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due                      

Week 3          Chapter 3- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

Week 4          Chapter 4- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due          

Week 5          Chapter 5- Completed Key Terms and Review Questions Due

                       Completed Test 1 Study Guide review due                                                             

Week 6          Test 1-(Chapters 1,2,3,4 & 5) Due

                       Chapter 6- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

Week 7          Chapter 7- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

                       Chapter 8- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

Week 8          Chapter 9- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

                       Chapter 10- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

            Study Guide Test 2 Review Due

Week 9          Test 2-(Chapters 6,7,8, 9 & 10) Due

            Chapter 11- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due                                                     

            Chapter 12- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

Week 10        Chapter 13- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

                       Chapter 14- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

Week 11       Chapter 15- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due 

            Study Guide Test 3 Review Due

                       Test 3- (Chapters 11,12,13,14 & 15) Due

                       Chapter 16- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

Week 12        Chapter 17- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

            Chapter 18- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

Week 13        Chapter 19- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

Week 14        Chapter 20- Complete Key Terms and Review Questions Due

Week 15        Completed Test 4 Study Guide reviews due

           Test 4- (Chapters 16, 17, 18, 19, & 20) Due

Week 16        Completed Final Exam Study Guide 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 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, the student will be asked to leave class and counted an unexcused absence for the day.

2. Students that are disruptive in class or sleeping 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 d

I will not discuss your grades with a proxy. You must come to my office in person.

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

Chemical/Refining Process Technician Skill Standards

Endorsed by NAPTA

Recognized by Texas Still Standards Board (TSSB)

Key Activities and Statement

Course: PTAC 1410

K2.1   Monitor and Regulate Fired Heaters/Furnace System

K2.2   Monitor and Regulate Boiler System

K2.3   Monitor and Regulate Cooling Water System

K2.5   Monitor and Regulate Heat Exchanger System

K5.2   Monitor and Regulate Flare System

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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.

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