Process Equipment ((5 credit hours))

Catalog description

Presents fundamental knowledge in the operation and troubleshooting of stationary, rotating and reciprocating equipment necessary for process operations and entry-level maintenance personnel. Develops an understanding of mechanical energy and the way it is put to use in industrial applications. Covers various forms of energy and how this energy can be converted to perform work. Includes topics on operating instructions, basic troubleshooting skills, and basic maintenance skills typically performed by personnel on pumps, compressors, and prime movers. Includes topics on heat exchangers, heat transfer, cooling towers, and refrigeration. Prerequisite(s): KCTCS Placement Policy of MAT 126 or Higher or MAT 116 with consent of instructor. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours); Laboratory: 2 credits (90 contact hours).