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EEM 162 - Introduction to Process Control


Lecture Hours: 3 Credits: 3

Description: This course is an introduction to control systems theory and process control characteristics.

Course Topics:
  • Safety
  • Industrial Processes
  • Methods of Control
  • Pressure
  • Temperature
  • Flow rate
  • Sensors and Devices

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website
Required Materials:
CAMIT Basic Toolkit which is normally purchased for EEM 117 .
Grading System:
A =  90 - 100
B =   80 - 89
C =   70 - 79
D =   60 - 69
F =     0 - 59
Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Explain the operation and major internal parts of a process controller.
  2. Describe the various process industries and the roles, responsibilities, and expectations for the process technician.
  3. Describe basic equipment used in process industries.
  4. Explain the importance of quality, safety, health and environment to the process industry.
  5. Interpret basic process industry drawings.
  6. Apply basic concepts of Chemistry and Physics needed within process industries.

For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Course Policies  that include:

  • Identity Verification
  • Required materials for all online courses
  • Mandatory Attendance Requirement
  • Orientation and Support
  • Proctored Exams

Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard Course Policies  on the following topics:

  • Academic Integrity
  • Add/Drop period
  • Attendance
  • Classroom Conduct
  • Equal Access
  • IT Access
  • Online Behavior
  • Online Confidentiality
  • Services For Students with Disabilities
  • Student Concerns
  • Student Help Services
  • Withdrawals


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2023-2024