PTAC 2420 - Process Technology II - Systems

4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A study of various process systems including related scientific principles. Prerequisite: “C” or better in PTAC 1410 Process Tech I - Equipment and PTAC 1432
Course Outcomes
1 - Describe the purpose and function of common process systems.
2 - Explain and demonstrate the operation of each process system.
3 - Identify and explain the combination of equipment into typical unit operations (reactor, distillation, separator systems) and the relationship among the different pieces of the equipment.
4 - Identify and explain the combination of equipment into common utility systems (cooling, heating, gas, etc.) and how they support the various unit operations within a plant
5 - Discuss the specific safety, health, and environmental concerns (examples: relief and flare systems, emergency shutdowns, etc.) associated with process systems.
6 - Demonstrate an understanding of the operators responsibilities for the safe and efficient operation of systems, including the interaction among the various pieces of equipment within these systems.