Courses

PTAC1302
Introduction to Process Technology
Introduction to the processing industries. This is a survey of all process technology courses in the program. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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PTAC1308
Safety, Health, and Environment I
Development of knowledge and skills to reinforce the attitudes and behaviors required for safe and environmentally sound work habits. Emphasis on safety, health, and environmental issues in the performance of all job tasks and regulatory compliance issues
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PTAC1332
Process Instrumentation I
Study of the instruments and instrument systems used in the process industry including terminology, primary variables, symbology, control loops, and basic troubleshooting. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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PTAC1410
Process Technology I - Equipment
Instruction in the use of common process equipment. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PTAC2314
Principles of Quality
Study of the background and application of quality concepts. Topics include team skills, quality tools, statistics, economics and continuous improvement. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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PTAC2420
Process Technology II - Systems
Study of the interrelation of process equipment as process systems including related scientific principles. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PTAC2438
Process Technology III Operations
This course emphasizes activities associated with process operations. Students write and follow procedures and operate actual equipment. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PTAC2446
Process Troubleshooting
Instruction in the different types of troubleshooting techniques, procedures, and methods used to solve process problems. Topics include application of data collection and analysis, cause-effect relationships, and reasoning. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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TECM1341
Technical Algebra
Application of linear equations, simultaneous equations, and quadratic equations relevant to technical occupations. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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TECM1349
Technical Math Applications
Fundamentals of trigonometry and geometry as used in a variety of technical settings. Topics include the use of plane and solid geometry to solve areas and volumes encountered in industry. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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