Deck 2: Introduction to Process Technology

Question 1

A system is best described as:

A) a collection of equipment designed to perform a specific function.
B) a collection of equipment systems that work together to produce products.
C) a collection of math, science, equipment and technology.
D) a collection of feed stocks fed into a process reactor.

Answer 1

a collection of equipment designed to perform a specific function.

Question 2

Process instrumentation is primarily described as the study of:

A) the structure, components, and science of control loops
B) symbols and diagrams, process flow diagrams, and drawing piping & instrument drawings.
C) the instruments and instrument systems used in the chemical processing industry.
D) all the above

Answer 2

all the above

Question 3

List the five elements of a control loop:

Answer 3

Must be in the following order!
•Primary element or sensors,
•transmitter
•controller
•transducer or I/P
• final control element

Question 4

Process technicians ________________, organize, and __________________ data.

A) record & respond to
B) read & flag
C) compare & contrast
D) collect & analyze

Question 5

A basic principle of quality states:

A) change attitudes and behaviors required to implement kaizan systems.
B) each process has "natural variation" or a range that it naturally moves through.
C) training is fundamental to the grass roots acceptance of the principles of quality.
D) equipment is designed to perform a specific function.

Question 6

Process technology is best described as:

A) completion of college courses required to be a process technician.
B) study of modern process control, design, and application of manufacturing engineering principles.
C) study and application of the scientific principles associated with the operation and maintenance of the CPI.
D) All the above.

Question 7

Process technology programs prepare students for careers in: (Name 5)

Question 8

Process Technology programs are:

A) Regionally accredited & taught at community colleges & universities
B) State approved & transferable between institutions
C) Non-transferable from one institution to another
D) Continuing education programs for non-credit.
E) a & b

Question 9

List three critical elements associated with success in college and "Self-directed study habits."

Question 10

List three topics on the course outline for Safety, Health, and Environment."

Question 11

Name three safety incidents that have changed the chemical processing industry.

Question 12

The primary purpose of process safety is:

A) prevent injuries and fatalities
B) prevent fires and explosions
C) prevent unexpected releases of hazardous materials.
D) all the above

Question 13

A process safety analysis is primarily designed to:

A) reduce potential for fire and explosions
B) protect equipment and physical facilities
C) establish safe operating parameters
D) complete assigned government documentation

Question 14

OSHA and the EPA believe that the key to preventing catastrophic emergencies in the CPI is:

A) adequate employee training
B) a Hazardous Safety Analysis
C) support from all levels of management
D) government support and funding

Question 15

List two quality gurus who changed what we know about the principles of quality.

Question 16

List three topics on the course outline for "The Principles of Quality."

Question 17

List three topics on the course outline for "Process Instrumentation."

Question 18

List three topics on the course outline for "Process Equipment."

Question 19

Process Operations is an advanced course that provides an adult learner with _______ ____ experience.

Question 20

List three topics on the course outline for "Process Operations."

Question 21

List three process models discussed in the "Process Troubleshooting" class.

Question 22

List the four troubleshooting methods described in the process troubleshooting course.

Question 23

Identify the Math and Science requirements in your program.

Question 24

List three topics on the course outline for "Applied General Chemistry."

Question 25

Name the course that first introduces students to; symbols and diagrams, process flow diagrams PFD's, control loops and Piping and Instrumentation Drawings P&ID's.