Ch1 Test Bank Docx Process Technology An Overview

Introduction to Process Technology (NAPTA)

Chapter 1 Process Technology: an Overview

1) Why is it important to ask questions?

A) Because many industries do not have good standard operating procedures

B) Because many industries do not have a good training program

C) Because processes and technology involved are constantly changing and improving

D) Because your boss will leave you alone

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Objective: 1.1 Explain the framework of the process technology course

Blooms Level: Understand

2) Which of the following is not a reason for a degree in process technology valuable?

A) It minimize training costs for industry

B) It creates a safer work environment

C) It helps train employees in regard to process unit specifics

D) It shortens your work day

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Objective: 1.1 Explain the framework of the process technology course

Blooms Level: Understand

3) How many courses did a core group of industry representatives create when partnering with local colleges?

A) 5

B) 8

C) 10

D) 12

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Objective: 1.1 Explain the framework of the process technology course

Blooms Level: Understand

4) Which of the following describes a raw material or intermediate component used to make something else?

A) Feedstock

B) Process

C) Production

D) Output

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Objective: 1.2 Define what process technology is and what process industries do

Blooms Level: Remember

5) What industry is classified as a process industry?

A) Oil and gas

B) Power generation

C) Food and beverage

D) All of the above

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Objective: 1.2 Define what process technology is and what process industries do

Blooms Level: Remember

6) What is a not a key element of the process?

A) Quality

B) Safety

C) Efficiency

D) Phone access

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Objective: 1.2 Define what process technology is and what process industries do

Blooms Level: Understand

7) What is another term for raw materials?

A) Input

B) Unit

C) Stock

D) Product

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Objective: 1.2 Define what process technology is and what process industries do

Blooms Level: Understand

8) Which of the following is not a common duty of a process technician?

A) Controlling equipment

B) Monitoring equipment

C) Troubleshooting equipment

D) All of the above

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Objective: 1.3 Identify the duties, responsibilities, and expectations of the process technician

Blooms Level: Understand

9) What is not a method for a process technician to ensure customer satisfaction?

A) Emphasis on production

B) Emphasis on operations

C) Continuous improvement of operations

D) Following the organization on social media

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Objective: 1.3 Identify the duties, responsibilities, and expectations of the process technician

Blooms Level: Understand

10) How are employees in the process industry awarded for job excellence?

A) Promotions

B) Dental insurance

C) Retirement plans

D) Health insurance

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Objective: 1.3 Identify the duties, responsibilities, and expectations of the process technician

Blooms Level: Remember

11) What type of degree is most commonly recommended when hiring a process technician?

A) Associates degree

B) Bachelors degree

C) Masters degree

D) Process technician certificate

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Objective: 1.3 Identify the duties, responsibilities, and expectations of the process technician

Blooms Level: Understand

12) Which of the following workplace conditions is the most rare that a process technician can expect?

A) Indoor and outdoor work

B) Working 9-5 only without overtime

C) Lifting some heavy objects

D) Working in their hometown with no travel

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Objective: 1.4 Describe working conditions in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

13) Which agency is charged with ensuring safe workplace conditions by education of employees, supervision, and company administration?

A) EPA

B) OSHA

C) Department of Energy

D) PSM

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Objective: 1.4 Describe working conditions in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

14) How can quality be defined?

A) A product or service that has a competitive edge

B) A product or service free of deficiencies

C) A product or service that will satisfy some needs

D) A product or service that reduces waste

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Objective: 1.4 Describe working conditions in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

15) What is the "sun-up" effect?

A) When a person's natural time clock is different from work hours

B) The mental low point that occurs between 2-6am

C) The mental low point that occurs between 2-6pm

D) When the person wakes up when the sun rises, no matter how sleep deprived the person is

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Objective: 1.4 Describe working conditions in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

16) What is an example of physical health issue not a mental health that can occur if shift work is not handled well?

A) Irritability

B) Depression

C) Lack of exercise

D) Lack of a social life

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Objective: 1.4 Describe working conditions in the process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

17) How do process industries impact the community?

A) They take jobs away from the area

B) They increase the standard of living

C) They increase the supply of available housing

D) They always pollute the water supply

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Objective: 1.5 Explain process industries' impact and industry responses to current issues and trends

Blooms Level: Understand

18) What trend should process technicians expect to see in the future?

A) Decreased workplace diversity

B) Virtual facilities

C) Less stringent environmental quality standards

D) Limited market fluctuations in pricing of raw materials

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Objective: 1.5 Explain process industries' impact and industry responses to current issues and trends

Blooms Level: Understand

19) What agency is charged with authority to make and enforce the national environmental policy?

A) EPA

B) OSHA

C) NRC

D) DHS

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Objective: 1.6 Describe the responsibility of regulatory agencies in process industries

Blooms Level: Remember

20) What is the mission of the Department of Transportation (DOT)?

A) Protect U.S. territory from violent criminals

B) Protect the community from illegal use and trafficking of firearms

C) Provide an efficient and economical national transportation system

D) Protect public health and safety through regulations of nuclear power

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Objective: 1.6 Describe the responsibility of regulatory agencies in process industries

Blooms Level: Understand

21) What agency protects public health and safety through regulations of nuclear power?

A) EPA

B) OSHA

C) NRC

D) ATF

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Objective: 1.6 Describe the responsibility of regulatory agencies in process industries

Blooms Level: Remember

22) What agency provides a coordinated response to large-scale emergencies?

A) EPA

B) DOT

C) NRC

D) DHS

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Objective: 1.6 Describe the responsibility of regulatory agencies in process industries

Blooms Level: Remember