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CHAPTER 1: HISTORY OF THE CHEMICAL PROCESSING INDUSTRY OBJECTIVES After studying this chapter, the student will be able to: • Identify the roles and responsibilities of a process technician. • Define key terms used in process technology. • Explain the […]

CHAPTER 10 PROCESS TECHNOLOGY-SYSTEMS 2 OBJECTIVES • Describe the different type of reactors used in the chemical processing industry. • List the unique characteristics of a reactor system and explain how it is different from other industrial processes. • List […]

CHAPTER 11: INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES OBJECTIVES • Define terms related to common industrial processes. • Explain and contrast petrochemical process. • Describe the benzene, BTX aromatics, and ethylbenzene processes. • Describe the ethylene glycols, mixed xylenes, and olefins processes. REVIEW QUESTIONS […]

CHAPTER 12: PT-3 OPERATIONS OBJECTIVES • Describe and operate the feed and preheat system. • Describe and operate the product storage system. • Identify the basic components of the distillation system. • Describe and control the various process variables in […]

26. The chemical name for Silicon: a. Si b. S c. Sb d. Cs 27. The atomic number is determined by: a. number of electrons b. number of protons c. number of AMU’s d. number of neutrons 28. Elements _____________ […]

CHAPTER 14 PHYSICS TEST 1. A man weighing 190 lbs climbs a staircase 35 ft in 25 seconds. Calculate how much work was performed. a. 2,650 ft pounds of work b. 4,650 ft pounds of work c. 6,650 ft pounds […]

CHAPTER 15 ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS OBJECTIVES • Define the key terms associated with environmental awareness training. • Describe air pollution control. • Discuss water pollution control. ANSWERS TO REVIEW QUESTIONS 1. Solid waste is technically defined as: a. a discarded solid, […]

CHAPTER 16: QUALITY CONTROL OBJECTIVES • Define quality control principles and terms. • Describe the principles of continuous quality improvement. • Explain the four phases of the quality improvement cycle: plan, observe and analyze, learn, and act. • Describe the […]

CHAPTER 17 PROCESS TROUBLESHOOTING OBJECTIVES • Describe the various troubleshooting models. • Describe how different variables affect each other. • Explain how problems with process equipment affect other systems. • Analyze process problems and provide solutions. • Troubleshoot specific troubleshooting […]

CHAPTER 18: SELF DIRECTED JOB SEARCH OBJECTIVES • Explain how to conduct a successful job search. • Write an effective cover letter. • Write an effective process technology resume. ANSWERS TO REVIEW QUESTIONS 1. List the key elements of a […]

CHAPTER 19: APPLIED GENERAL CHEMISTRY 2 OBJECTIVES • Describe the basic characteristics of an alcohol • Balance simple chemical equations. • Describe the concept of a mole. • Describe the principles associated with electron configuration. • Solve simple exponential notation […]

CHAPTER 2: INTRODUCTION TO PROCESS TECHNOLOGY OBJECTIVES • Describe the process technology curriculum and Associate of Applied Science degree plan. • List the key principles of safety, health, and environment • Explain the principles of instrumentation and modern process control. […]

CHAPTER 20: CHEMICAL PROCESS INDUSTRY OVERVIEW OBJECTIVES • Describe industrial processes and systems. • Explain the importance of oil and gas exploration and production. • Identify the basic equipment used in power generation. ANSWERS TO REVIEW QUESTIONS 1. Describe three […]

page 1 CHAPTER 3: SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT OBJECTIVES • Explain the basic principles of safety, health, and environment. • Describe the general safety rules used by the plants. • Discuss the process safety management “PSM” standard. • Describe the […]

CHAPTER 4: APPLIED PHYSICS ONE OBJECTIVES • Describe key terms and definitions used in basic process principles. • Describe and apply the basic principles of pressure. • Perform pressure calculations. • Analyze the scientific principles of heat, heat transfer, and […]

CHAPTER 5: EQUIPMENT ONE OBJECTIVES • Describe the basic hand tools used in industry. • Identify and describe the valves used in industry. • Describe the various types of storage and piping used in the chemical processing industry. • Identify […]

CHAPTER 6: EQUIPMENT TWO OBJECTIVES • Describe the purpose and components of different types of heat exchangers. • Describe the key components and operation of a cooling tower. • List the primary components of a water tube and fire tube […]

CHAPTER 7: PROCESS INSTRUMENTS OBJECTIVES • List and describe the basic instruments associated with temperature, flow, level, pressure, and analytical measurement. • Draw the basic symbols for equipment used in the chemical processing industry. • Identify and draw standard instrument […]

CHAPTER 8: SYSTEMS OBJECTIVES • Define control loop, and identify the five elements of a control loop. • Draw a level control loop. • Draw a pressure control loop. • Draw a flow control loop. • Draw a temperature control […]

CHAPTER 9 PROCESS TECHNOLOGY-SYSTEMS ONE OBJECTIVES • Describe a simple pump-around system. • Identify the key components of a compressor system. • Describe common turbines and a gas turbine system. • Identify the key components of electrical and hydraulic systems. […]