PTAC 2420 - Process Technology II - Systems

Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 3
A study of various process systems including related scientific principles.
Prerequisite: “C” or better in PTAC 1410 Process Tech I - Equipment and PTAC 1432
Student Learning 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.