PTEC 102 Process Technology I (Equipment)

5 CR

The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of the equipment and tools used in the process industry, including piping, tubing, hoses and fittings; valves; pumps; compressors; turbines; motors and engines; power transmission and lubrication; heat exchangers; cooling towers; furnaces and boilers; filters and dryers; vessels; and process diagrams. Students will be introduced to many process related equipment concepts, such as purpose, components, operation, and the Process Technician’s role for operating and troubleshooting the equipment.
Prerequisite(s): PTEC 101 with a C or higher.
Completion Of or Concurrent Enrollment In: PTEC 101 with a D or higher or concurrent enrollment in PTEC 101, or Instructor permission.