This course introduces students to the major types of equipment used in industrial facility. Equipment such as various valves, piping, protective devices, and their operations are discussed. Operations of industrial steam traps, heat exchangers, cooling towers, condensers, reboilers are discussed. Electrical distribution, hydraulic, and emergency systems are introduced and their components are presented. A continuation of CHT 320, this course allows students to become familiar with the purpose and use of other equipment commonly used in various industries such as screens and filters, couplings, drives, pumps, steam turbines, compressors, and refrigeration systems.
Students learn the principles of operation and factors affecting operation.
Introduction to gas chromatography is included. This capstone course is a continuation of CHT 350 and includes study of other systems and devices being system components such as reactors, mixers, boilers, fans, furnaces, and water treatment systems. A course of study under the supervision of a Chemical Technology instructor. Approval of department chair.