LAMAR STATE COLLEGE ORANGE SYLLABUS

INMT, 2301, Machinery Installation, 63F

COURSE INFORMATION

Instructor Name Alex Spell
Building/Office Number
Office Hours Monday: 10-11
Tuesday:8-9
Wednesday: 10-11   &   12-1
Thursday: 8-9
Lunch is 11-12 Ever Day
Virtual Hours
Appointment


Office Telephone (409) 883-7750
Email Address Alex.Spell@lsco.edu
Course Schedule Building: Small Electromechanical Buildi (SMM), Room: TBA, Dates: 8/25/2025 - 10/17/2025, Days: TR, Times: 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Course Description INMT 2301 Machinery Installation 3-3-2 (15.0613) Students utilize skills acquired in previous studies. Machinery foundation, locations, installation, and alignment activities are practiced and tested. Emphasis is on the various methods of shaft alignment including laser shaft alignment. TEC
Required Textbook & Materials
 Barnes &Noble webpage.
(optional) 
Aduel Millwrights & Mechanics Guide: 5th edition Thomas Bieber Davis & Carl A. Nelson ISBN:978-0-764-54200-8


Upon registration for classes, LSCO students are automatically charged $14 per semester credit hour for access to all required textbooks, lab manuals, lab codes, and electronic books on the first day of class through the Gator Book Pack. Information about the LSCO Gator Book Pack as well as responses to common FAQs can be found on LSCO's webpage. ALL STUDENTS WILL HAVE UNTIL THE SECOND DAY OF THE SEMESTER TO OPT-OUT OF THE GATOR BOOK PACK.

Every student MUST have access to the required textbooks by the week of class. The student will be responsible for all assignments given. Failure to have a text may result in being dropped from the class. Failure to follow instructions (written or oral) will result in penalties.


Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

Upon successful completion of this course, students will acquire the following course learning outcomes:

Core Objectives

Course Level Learning Outcomes (ACGM or WECM) Core Objective  
 
Associated Course Activities/Assignments/Projects
 
Students utilize skills acquired in previous studies. Machinery foundation, locations, installation, and alignmentactivitiesarepracticedandtested.Emphasis is onthevariousmethodsofshaftalignment includinglaser shaft alignment.		 Problemsolving Performfieldlayoutsforlocating machinery; install machinery which includes leveling and securing;explaintheapplications of the various types of shaft couplings; and align shafts of rotatingequipment usingvarious methods.




Course Topical Outline

Week 1 TentativeScheduleWeek1:ReviewSyllabusandshopsafetypolicies
Lecture:Introduction to Levers Cams and Turnbuckles
Week 2 TentativeScheduleWeek2:
Lecture: Pulleys Systems and Gear Drives and Heavy-Duty Belt Drives
Week 3 TentativeScheduleWeek3:
Lecture: V-Belt Selection and Maintenance with Synchronous Belt Drives
Week 4 TentativeScheduleWeek4:
Lecture: Lubrication Concepts and Precision Shaft Alignment Couplings
Week 5 TentativeScheduleWeek5:
Lecture: Heavy Duty Chain Drives and Plain Bearings
Week 6 TentativeScheduleWeek6:
Lecture: Ball Bearings and Roller Bearings
Week 7 TentativeScheduleWeek7:
Lecture: Antifriction Bearings and Gaskets and Seals
Week 8 TentativeScheduleWeek8:
Lecture: Advanced Gear Drives Selection and Maintenance





Major Assignments Schedule

Major Assignment Schedule
 
Introduction to Levers
Segment 1 - Mechanisms Concepts


Objective 1 - Describe the Function of a Mechanism
Objective 2 - Describe Three Common Types of Mechanisms and Give an Application of Each
Objective 3 - Describe Six Mechanism Safety Rules
Self Review 1
Segment 2 - Force Measurement


Objective 4 - Define Force and Give Its Units of Measurement
Objective 5 - Define Weight and Give Its Units of Measurement
Objective 6 - Define Mass and Give Its Units of Measurement
Objective 7 - Describe How to Calculate the Weight of an Object Given Its Mass
Skill 1 - Calculate the Weight of an Object Given Its Mass
Objective 8 - Explain Hooke's Law and Its Use
Objective 9 - Describe the Function and Operation of a Spring Scale and Give an Application
Skill 2 - Calculate the Compression Rate of a Spring Using Hooke's Law
Skill 3 - Use a Spring Scale to Measure the Weight of an Object
Skill 4 - Use a Spring Scale to Measure the Force on an Object
Self Review 2
Segment 3 - First-Class Levers


Objective 10 - Define a Lever and Explain Its Importance
Objective 11 - List Three Types of Levers and Give an Application of Each
Objective 12 - Describe the Construction and Operation of a First-Class Lever
Activity 1 - First-Class Lever Demonstration
Objective 13 - Define Torque and Give Its Unit of Measurement
Objective 14 - Describe How to Calculate Torque Given an Application
Skill 5 - Calculate Torque Given an Application
Objective 15 - Describe the Rotational Movement of a Lever
Objective 16 - Define the Law of Moments
Objective 17 - Describe How to Calculate the Moment Caused by a Force
Skill 6 - Calculate the Moment Caused by a Force
Objective 18 - Describe the Concept of Mechanical Advantage
Objective 19 - Describe How to Calculate the Mechanical Advantage of a First-Class Lever
Skill 7 - Calculate the Mechanical Advantage of a First-Class Lever
Skill 8 - Measure the Mechanical Advantage of a First-Class Lever
Self Review 3
Segment 4 - Second and Third-Class Levers


Objective 20 - Describe a Second-Class Lever and Give an Application
Objective 21 - Describe the Construction and Operation of a Second-Class Lever
Activity 2 - Second-Class Lever Demonstration
Objective 22 - Describe How to Calculate the Mechanical Advantage of a Second-Class Lever
Skill 9 - Calculate the Mechanical Advantage of a Second-Class Lever
Skill 10 - Measure the Mechanical Advantage of a Second-Class Lever
Objective 23 - Describe a Third-Class Lever and Give an Application
Objective 24 - Describe the Construction and Operation of a Third-Class Lever
Activity 3 - Third-Class Lever Demonstration
Objective 25 - Describe How to Calculate the Mechanical Advantage of a Third-Class Lever
Skill 11 - Calculate the Mechanical Advantage of a Third-Class Lever
Skill 12 - Measure the Mechanical Advantage of a Third-Class Lever
Self Review 4
 
Linkages, Cams, and Turnbuckles
Segment 1 - Friction


Objective 1 - Define Friction and Explain Its Importance
Objective 2 - Describe an Example of High and Low Amounts of Friction
Objective 3 - Describe Two Types of Friction
Activity 1 - Demonstration of Friction
Objective 4 - Define the Coefficient of Friction and Give Its Units of Measurement
Objective 5 - Describe How to Calculate the Coefficient of Friction
Skill 1 - Calculate the Coefficient of Friction Given Application Data
Skill 2 - Measure the Force Required to Overcome Friction in Different Applications
Objective 6 - Describe How Wheels Are Used to Reduce Friction
Activity 2 - Demonstration of Rolling Friction
Self Review 1
Segment 2 - Inclined Planes


Objective 7 - Define an Inclined Plane and Explain Its Importance
Objective 8 - Describe How to Calculate the Mechanical Advantage of an Inclined Plane
Skill 3 - Calculate the Mechanical Advantage of an Inclined Plane
Skill 4 - Measure the Mechanical Advantage of an Inclined Plane
Self Review 2
Segment 3 - Linkages


Objective 9 - Define a Linkage and Explain Its Importance
Objective 10 - List Three Types of Bar Linkages and Give Applications of Each
Objective 11 - Describe the Construction and Operation of a Slider Crank Linkage
Skill 5 - Connect and Operate a Slider Crank Linkage
Objective 12 - Describe the Construction and Operation of a Double Rocker Linkage
Skill 6 - Connect and Operate a Double Rocker Linkage
Objective 13 - Describe the Construction and Operation of a Crank Rocker Linkage
Skill 7 - Connect and Operate a Crank Rocker Linkage
Self Review 3
Segment 4 - Cams


Objective 14 - Define a Cam and a Cam Follower and Give an Application
Skill 8 - Connect and Operate a Cam and Cam Follower
Objective 15 - Describe Four Properties of Cams
Skill 9 - Measure the Velocity and Dwell of a Cam
Self Review 4
Segment 5 - Turnbuckles


Objective 16 - Define a Turnbuckle and Give an Application
Objective 17 - Describe the Construction of a Turnbuckle
Activity 3 - Demonstration of Turnbuckle Operation
Skill 10 - Connect and Operate a Turnbuckle
Self Review 5
 
Pulley Systems and Gear Drives
Segment 1 - Fixed Pulleys


Objective 1 - Define a Pulley and Give an Application
Objective 2 - Describe the Function and Operation of a Fixed Pulley
Activity 1 - Fixed Pulley Demonstration
Skill 1 - Measure the Mechanical Advantage of a Fixed Pulley
Self Review 1
Segment 2 - Movable Pulleys and Pulley Combinations


Objective 3 - Describe the Function and Operation of a Movable Pulley
Objective 4 - Describe How to Calculate the Mechanical Advantage of a Movable Pulley
Skill 2 - Measure the Mechanical Advantage of a Movable Pulley
Objective 5 - Describe the Function and Operation of a Pulley Combination
Objective 6 - Describe How to Calculate the Mechanical Advantage of a Pulley Combination
Skill 3 - Calculate the Mechanical Advantage of a Pulley Combination
Skill 4 - Measure the Mechanical Advantage of a Pulley Combination
Self Review 2
Segment 3 - Gear Drives


Objective 7 - Define a Gear Drive and Give an Application
Objective 8 - Describe the Functions of the Main Components of a Gear Drive System
Skill 5 - Connect and Operate a Gear Drive System
Objective 9 - Describe How to Calculate the Mechanical Advantage of a Gear Drive
Skill 6 - Calculate the Mechanical Advantage of a Gear Drive
Skill 7 - Measure the Mechanical Advantage of a Gear Drive
Self Review 3
 
Mechanical Drives 1 
Introduction to Mechanical Drive Systems
Segment 1 - Mechanical Power Transmission Safety


Objective 1 - Describe the Function of a Mechanical Power Transmission System and Give an Advantage
Objective 2 - Describe Five Methods of Rotary Mechanical Power Transmission and Give an Application of Each
Objective 3 - Describe Six Rules of Safe Dress for Working with Power Transmission Equipment
Objective 4 - Describe Eight Mechanical Transmission Safety Rules
Objective 5 - Describe the Operation of the Lockout/Tagout System
Skill 1 - Perform a Lockout/Tagout
Self Review 1
Segment 2 - Machine Installation


Objective 6 - Describe the Function of a Foundation and Give Three Types
Objective 7 - Describe the Function and Construction of a Bedplate
Objective 8 - Describe the Function of a Spirit Level and Give an Application
Objective 9 - Describe the Operation of a Spirit Level
Skill 2 - Use a Level to Determine Orientation of a Surface
Self Review 2
Segment 3 - Motor Mounting


Objective 10 - Describe Three Types of Motor Mounts and Give an Application of Each
Objective 11 - Describe How Fasteners Are Used to Attach a Motor Mount to a Bedplate
Objective 12 - Describe How to Select Fastener Size and Type for a Motor Mount
Skill 3 - Select a Fastener Size and Type for a Motor Mount
Objective 13 - Describe How to Mount and Level an Electric Motor
Skill 4 - Mount an Electric Motor and Correct for a Soft Foot Condition
Skill 5 - Level an Electric Motor
Self Review 3
Segment 4 - Shaft Speed Measurement


Objective 14 - Describe Two Methods of Measuring Motor Shaft Speed and Give an Application
Skill 6 - Use a Digital Tachometer to Measure Motor Speed
Self Review 4
 
Key Fasteners
Segment 1 - Keyseat Fasteners


Objective 1 - Describe the Function and Operation of a Key Fastener
Objective 2 - Describe the Construction of Six Types of Keys and Give an Application of Each
Objective 3 - Describe How Keys and Keyseats Are Specified
Skill 1 - Select a Key Size for a Given Application
Self Review 1
Segment 2 - Key Assembly


Objective 4 - Describe How to Measure the Actual Size of a Key and Keyseat
Objective 5 - Describe Six Types of Set Screws
Skill 2 - Measure the Actual Size of a Key and Keyseat Given a Sample
Skill 3 - Cut and File Key Stock to Fit a Keyseat
Objective 6 - Describe How to Assemble a Hub to a Shaft Using a Key Fastener
Skill 4 - Assemble a Hub to a Shaft Using a Key Fastener
Self Review 2
Segment 3 - Torque and Power Measurement


Objective 7 - Describe Two Methods of Loading a Mechanical Drive System
Skill 5 - Use a Prony Brake to Measure Shaft Torque
Objective 8 - Describe How to Calculate Rotary Mechanical Power
Skill 6 - Calculate Rotary Mechanical Power
Self Review 3
Segment 4 - Mechanical Efficiency


Objective 9 - Describe How to Calculate Mechanical Efficiency and Explain Its Importance
Skill 7 - Calculate Mechanical Efficiency
Objective 10 - Describe Two Methods of Measuring Shaft Torque and Give an Application of Each
Objective 11 - Describe Three Methods of Measuring Electric Motor Current
Skill 8 - Measure Electric Motor Current
Self Review 4
Power Transmission Systems
Segment 1 - Introduction to Shafts


Objective 1 - Describe the Function of a Shaft and Give an Application
Objective 2 - List Four Types of Shaft Materials and Give an Application of Each
Objective 3 - Describe How Shafts Are Specified
Skill 1 - Identify Shaft Size Given a Sample
Self Review 1
Segment 2 - Introduction to Bearings


Objective 4 - Describe the Function of a Bearing and Give an Application
Objective 5 - Define Three Types of Bearing Loads and Give an Example of Each
Objective 6 - Describe How Bearings Are Positioned to Support a Load
Objective 7 - Describe the Operation of Two Categories of Bearings and Give an Application of Each
Objective 8 - Describe Two Methods of Mounting a Shaft Bearing and Give an Application of Each
Skill 2 - Install and Adjust a Pillow Block Anti-Friction Bearing and Shaft
Self Review 2
Segment 3 - Introduction to Couplings


Objective 9 - Describe the Function of a Coupling and Give an Application
Objective 10 - Describe the Function and Application of Four Categories of Mechanical Couplings
Objective 11 - Describe the Operation of a Flexible Jaw Coupling
Skill 3 - Install a Flexible Jaw Coupling
Self Review 3
Segment 4 - Shaft Alignment


Objective 12 - Describe the Purpose of Shaft Alignment and Give Two Types of Misalignment
Objective 13 - Describe a General Procedure for Shaft Alignment and Give Four Measurement Methods
Objective 14 - Describe the Operation of the Straight Edge and Feeler Gauge Alignment Method
Skill 4 - Align Two Shafts Using a Straight Edge and Feeler Gauge
Self Review 4
Introduction to V-Belt Drives
Segment 1 - Belt Drive Concepts


Objective 1 - Describe the Function of the Three Basic Components of a Belt Drive
Objective 2 - Define Pitch and Explain Its Importance
Objective 3 - Define the Pitch Circle, Pitch Diameter and Pitch Length of a Belt Drive and Explain Their Importance
Objective 4 - Describe How to Calculate the Pulley Ratio and Explain Its Importance
Skill 1 - Calculate Pulley Ratio
Objective 5 - Describe How to Calculate the Shaft Speed and Torque of a Belt Drive System
Skill 2 - Calculate the Shaft Speed and Torque of a Belt Drive System
Self Review 1
Segment 2 - V-Belt Operation


Objective 6 - List Five Types of Belt Drives and Give an Application of Each
Objective 7 - List Three Types of V-Belts and Give an Application of Each
Objective 8 - Describe the Operation of a Fractional Horsepower V-Belt Drive
Objective 9 - Describe How to Install and Align a V-Belt Drive
Skill 3 - Install and Align a V-Belt Drive with a Finished Bore
Self Review 2
Segment 3 - Belt Tensioning


Objective 10 - Describe How to Determine Belt Tension for an Application
Skill 4 - Determine the Belt Deflection Force for a Given Application
Objective 11 - Describe Three Methods of Adjusting Belt Tension
Skill 5 - Adjust Belt Tension Using an Adjustable Mounting Base
Self Review 3
Segment 4 - Belt Tension Measurement


Objective 12 - Describe Three Methods of Measuring Belt Tension and Give an Application of Each
Skill 6 - Use a Belt Tension Tester to Measure Belt Tension
Self Review 4
Introduction to Chain Drives
Segment 1 - Chain Drive Concepts


Objective 1 - Describe the Function of the Three Basic Components of a Chain Drive
Objective 2 - Describe How to Calculate Sprocket Ratio and Explain Its Importance
Skill 1 - Calculate Sprocket Ratio
Objective 3 - Describe How to Calculate Shaft Speed and Torque of a Chain Drive System
Skill 2 - Calculate Shaft Speed and Torque of a Chain Drive System
Self Review 1
Segment 2 - Chain Drive Operation


Objective 4 - List Four Types of Chains and Give an Application of Each
Objective 5 - List Four Types of Roller Chain Drives and Give an Application of Each
Objective 6 - Describe the Operation of a Single-Strand Roller Chain Drive
Objective 7 - Describe How to Install, Align, and Remove a Roller Chain Drive System with Adjustable Centers
Skill 3 - Install and Align a Roller Chain Drive System with Adjustable Centers
Self Review 2
Segment 3 - Chain Tensioning


Objective 8 - Describe How to Determine Allowable Chain Sag for a Given Application
Skill 4 - Determine Allowable Chain Sag for a Given Application
Objective 9 - Describe Two Methods Used to Adjust Chain Sag
Self Review 3
Segment 4 - Chain Tension Measurement


Objective 10 - Describe How to Measure Chain Sag
Skill 5 - Use a Rule and a Straight Edge to Measure Chain Sag
Skill 6 - Adjust Chain Sag to a Specified Amount Using Adjustable Centers
Self Review 4
Segment 5 - Fixed Center Chain Installation


Objective 11 - Describe the Function and Operation of a Master Link
Objective 12 - Describe Two Methods of Installing a Lightweight Chain That Uses a Master Link
Skill 7 - Install and Remove a Chain with a Master Link Using Sprocket Teeth
Objective 13 - Describe the Operation of a Chain Puller
Skill 8 - Install and Remove a Chain with a Master Link Using a Chain Puller
Self Review 5
Spur Gear Drives
Segment 1 - Gear Drive Concepts


Objective 1 - Describe the Function of the Three Components of a Gear Drive System
Objective 2 - Define the Gear Pitch, Pitch Circle, and Pitch Diameter and Explain Their Importance
Objective 3 - Describe How to Calculate the Gear Ratio of a Gear Drive
Skill 1 - Calculate Gear Ratio
Self Review 1
Segment 2 - Gear Drive Designs


Objective 4 - Describe How to Calculate the Shaft Speed and Torque of a Gear Drive System
Skill 2 - Calculate the Shaft Speed and Torque of a Gear Drive System
Objective 5 - Describe the Functions of Four Types of Gear Drives and Give an Application of Each
Objective 6 - List Four Types of Parallel Shaft Gears and Give an Application of Each
Self Review 2
Segment 3 - Spur Gear Operation


Objective 7 - Describe Eleven Features of a Gear
Objective 8 - Identify the Twelve Dimensions of a Gear and Explain the Importance of Each
Objective 9 - Identify the Ten Dimensions and Features of a Gear Drive and Explain the Importance of Each
Objective 10 - Describe the Operation of a Spur Gear Drive
Self Review 3
Segment 4 - Spur Gear Installation


Objective 11 - Describe How to Install and Align a Spur Gear Drive System
Skill 3 - Install and Align a Spur Gear Drive System
Objective 12 - Describe the Function of Backlash
Objective 13 - Describe How to Determine the Allowable Backlash in a Gear Drive
Skill 4 - Determine the Allowable Backlash in a Gear Drive
Self Review 4
Segment 5 - Spur Gear Analysis


Objective 14 - Describe Two Methods of Measuring Spur Gear Backlash
Skill 5 - Measure Gear Backlash
Skill 6 - Adjust Gear Backlash to a Specified Amount
Self Review 5
Multiple Shaft Drives
Segment 1 - Multiple Shaft Gear Analysis


Objective 1 - Describe How to Calculate the Speed and Torque Output in a Multiple Shaft Gear Drive
Skill 1 - Calculate the Shaft Speed and Torque of a Multiple Shaft Gear Drive System
Objective 2 - Describe the Function of a Compound Gear Drive System and Give an Application
Objective 3 - Describe How to Calculate the Torque and Speed Output of a Compound Gear Drive System
Skill 2 - Calculate the Torque and Speed Output of a Compound Gear Drive System
Self Review 1
Segment 2 - Multiple Shaft Drive Installation


Objective 4 - Describe How to Determine the Direction of Rotation of a Gear Drive
Skill 3 - Determine the Direction of Rotation of a Gear Given Its Position in a Gear Drive
Objective 5 - Describe How to Install and Align a Multiple Shaft Drive System
Skill 4 - Install and Align a Multiple Shaft Drive System
Self Review 2
Segment 3 - Sleeve Couplings


Objective 6 - Describe the Function of a Solid Coupling and List Two Types
Objective 7 - Describe the Operation of a Sleeve Coupling and Give an Application
Objective 8 - Describe the Alignment Procedure of a Sleeve Coupling
Skill 5 - Install and Align a Sleeve Coupling and Shaft
Self Review 3
 




Final Exam Date

October 8, 2025 - 12:00 PM   Through  October 16, 2025 - 2:00 PM


COURSE POLICIES

Academic Honesty

Faculty who suspect violation of academic honesty, cheating, plagiarism, collusion, or abuse of resource materials may assign an academic penalty.

Incidents of academic dishonesty are a violation of the Student Code of Conduct. An academic appeal process is afforded to students who desire to dispute a grade or any decision that affects the student's ability to complete and earn a grade for the course provided it is not related to a violation outlined in the LSCO Student Code of Conduct, including academic dishonesty.

Academic Honesty

Faculty who suspect violation of academic honesty, cheating, plagiarism, collusion, or abuse of resource materials may assign an academic penalty. Students must be notified of their right to appeal before the academic penalty is imposed.
 
Students subject to penalty due to academic honesty have the right to appeal the decision. Refer to the current LSCO Catalog for details on the appeal process.




Electronic Communication

LSCO students are required to use either their LSCO Blackboard account or their LSCO email account (Office 365 / Microsoft Outlook) for all electronic communication. In order to ensure the privacy and identity of the student communicating via electronic methods, LSCO faculty will direct students to use their LSCO email accounts rather than personal accounts. If a student has trouble accessing their LSCO email account, they should contact the LSCO Help Desk at (409) 882-3033 or helpdesk@lsco.edu.

LSCO students are required to use either their LSCO Blackboard account or their LSCO email account (Office 365 / Microsoft Outlook) for all electronic communication. In order to ensure the privacy and identity of the student communicating via electronic methods, LSCO faculty will direct students to use their LSCO email accounts rather than personal accounts. If a student has trouble accessing their LSCO email account, they should contact the LSCO Help Desk at (409) 882-3033 or helpdesk@lsco.edu. 


Attendance Requirements

Federal regulations require students who receive financial aid to have begun "attending" and participate substantially in each course for which they are enrolled on or before the official census reporting date outlined on the LSCO Academic Calendar. Students documented as "not attending" a course upon the census date are assumed (for financial aid purposes) to have not begun attendance for that course, negatively affecting their financial aid eligibility and disbursement.

Attendance in an ONLINE course is verified by substantial participation in the course on or before the census date published in the LSCO Academic Calendar. Substantial participation in this online course is defined as logging in and completing/participating in at least one requirement of the course. Note: Simply logging in to your online course does not constitute attendance.

Hybrid classes are a mix of face-to-face and online environments. Students will be expected to attend a certain number of classes as required by the instructor. (Include the policy on absences and tardiness.) In addition to classroom attendance, your weekly active participation in the online component (Blackboard and/or homework software) will be considered and expected.

Attendance
To prepare students for a successful transition into the workforce, the LSCO Technical Programs will maintain high standards for attendance and punctuality.
Students will wear closed-toed shoes and appropriate shirts will be worn because the student is held to a higher standard. Industry partners will be in and around campus so the student should look their best at all times while in class.
 
   
Federal regulations require students who receive financial aid to have begun “attending” and participate substantially in each course for which they are enrolled on or before the official census reporting date outlined on the LSCO Academic Calendar. Students documented as “not attending” a course upon the census date are assumed (for financial aid purposes) to have not begun attendance for that course, negatively affecting their financial aid eligibility and disbursement.

Attendance in an ONLINE course is verified by substantial participation in the course on or before the census date published in the LSCO Academic Calendar. Substantial participation in this online course is defined as logging in and completing/participating in at least one requirement of the course. Note: Simply logging in to your online course does not constitute attendance.
 
Hybrid classes are a mix of face-to-face and online environments. Students will be expected to attend a certain number of classes as required by the instructor. (Include the policy on absences and tardiness.) In addition to classroom attendance, your weekly active participation in the online component (Blackboard and/or homework software) will be considered and expected.




Make-up Work Policy

Most exams are done online using a LMS system, although some exams may be hands on depending on what is being learning in the classroom. Exams will be discussed in class and dates set in class.
There is no make-up for exams. IF you miss, you will not make it up.




Classroom Etiquette

Classroom Etiquette



Exam Policy

Most exams are done online using a LMS system, although some exams may be hands on depending on what is being learning in the classroom. Exams will be discussed in class and dates set in class.
There is no make-up for exams. IF you miss, you will not make it up.
 




Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Students should use AI technology responsibly and ethically. This includes refraining from using AI to engage in harmful or unethical activities, such as generating false information, spreading misinformation, or engaging in malicious behaviors. The use of AI should align with the principles of academic integrity, honesty, and respect for others. Students are responsible for adhering to LSCO's Academic Honesty policy found in the Student Handbook. LSCO's full AI policy can be found at AI Policy | Lamar State College Orange (lsco.edu)


Expected Time Requirement for this Course

For every hour in class (or unit of credit) taught in a 16-week session, students should expect to spend at least two to three hours per week studying and completing assignments. Example: For a 3-credit hour class taught in a 16-week session, students should prepare to allocate approximately 6 to 9 hours per week outside of class studying and completing assignments. For a 3-credit hour taught in a 10-week summer session, students should prepare to allocate approximately 10 to 15 hours per week outside of class studying and completing assignments. For a 3-credit hour taught in an 8-week session, students should prepare to allocate approximately 12 to 18 hours per week outside of class studying and completing assignments. For a 3-credit hour taught in a 5-week summer session, students should prepare to allocate approximately 20 to 29 hours per week outside of class studying and completing assignments.


Grading and Evaluation Method

Grading and Evaluation Method

 
A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = below 60



Instructor Response Time

The instructor will respond to emails within 24 hours, excluding weekends and holidays. On weekends and holidays, the instructor will respond to emails from students within 24 hours of the first business day following the weekend or holiday.


Participation Requirements

Participation Requirements

 
Weekly participation and engagement in the courses are critical for student success. Assignments should be completed by the due date. Students should also refer to the instructor’s attendance policy for additional information. (See LSCO Catalog, Class Attendance.)
 
Attendance
To prepare students for a successful transition into the workforce, the LSCO Technical Programs will maintain high standards for attendance and punctuality.
Students will wear closed-toed shoes and appropriate shirts will be worn because the student is held to a higher standard. Industry partners will be in and around campus so the student should look their best at all times while in class.
 
   
Federal regulations require students who receive financial aid to have begun “attending” and participate substantially in each course for which they are enrolled on or before the official census reporting date outlined on the LSCO Academic Calendar. Students documented as “not attending” a course upon the census date are assumed (for financial aid purposes) to have not begun attendance for that course, negatively affecting their financial aid eligibility and disbursement.

Attendance in an ONLINE course is verified by substantial participation in the course on or before the census date published in the LSCO Academic Calendar. Substantial participation in this online course is defined as logging in and completing/participating in at least one requirement of the course. Note: Simply logging in to your online course does not constitute attendance.
 
Hybrid classes are a mix of face-to-face and online environments. Students will be expected to attend a certain number of classes as required by the instructor. (Include the policy on absences and tardiness.) In addition to classroom attendance, your weekly active participation in the online component (Blackboard and/or homework software) will be considered and expected.




Review of Test Grades

Review of Test Grades

Example: If the student has an issue with his/her grade, the instructor must be contacted no later than three (3) days after receiving the grade.




Student's Responsibility

This syllabus contains information, policies, and procedures for a specific course. By enrolling, the student agrees to read, understand, and abide by the rules, policies, regulations, and ethical standards of Lamar State College Orange as those contained in the current LSCO Catalog and schedule of classes.


Syllabus Content

The instructor reserves the right to make changes to this syllabus if deemed necessary. All changes will be provided to the students orally or in writing before the implementation of the change.


Textbook and Required Materials Access

Every student MUST have access to the required textbooks by the second week of class. The student will be responsible for all assignments given. Failure to have a text may result in being dropped from the class. Failure to follow instructions (written or oral) will result in penalties.


STUDENT SUPPORT RESOURCES

Mental Health Resources

TimelyCare is a virtual health and well-being platform that is available 24/7 for all non-dual credit enrolled LSCO students. There is no cost to eligible students for this service. TimelyCare’s providers offer emotional support, mental health counseling, health coaching, psychiatry, and basic needs support. Non-Dual Credit students enrolled in classes can log in to the TimelyCare website or app available at timelycare.com/LSCO.


Advocacy Information

Any student who faces challenges securing their food or housing and believes this may affect their performance in the course is encouraged to contact the advising office for guidance on how to identify possible resources. Please notify the instructor of your circumstance if you are comfortable doing so.


Equal Opportunity to Educational Programs

Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not discriminate against any person regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, in admissions, educational programs, student activities or employment. For further information about this policy, contact the Accessibility Coordinator at (409) 882-3393.


Title IX of the Education Amendments

LSCO prohibits discrimination, including sexual harassment and retaliation, against any student on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. Any student who believes that he or she has experienced prohibited conduct or believes that another student has experienced prohibited conduct should immediately report the alleged acts to the Title IX Coordinator, Rebecca Gentry, at Rebecca.Gentry@lsco.edu.


Blackboard Resources

LSCO students will access Blackboard through the MyGator portal. Login credentials will use the following format: username@my.lsco.edu and Password. For help in identifying your Username/Password, visit https://www2.lsco.edu/sspr/.

Blackboard student resource videos and help-sites are available at https://www.lsco.edu/distanceed/blackboard-student.asp.


Career Coach

Lamar State College Orange provides career advising services to all students and alumni through Career Coach, an online career planning tool. Career Coach assists students through all phases of developing, initiating, and implementing career plans.

Information regarding employment opportunities and career options are provided along with access to live local job postings. Full-time and part-time employment opportunities, as well as internships, are available through Career Coach. Visit https://www.lsco.edu/advising/career-planning.asp for more details on how to use LSCO's Career Coach to plan for and learn more about your future career.


Gator Assistance Services

Lamar State College Orange provides currently enrolled technical students support for daycare costs as well as other services.

Visit https://www.lsco.edu/advising/gator-assistance.asp for details on assistance services.


OASIS (formerly) Gator Success Center

Students are encouraged to make an appointment or walk in to receive tutoring, support services, or access to an open computer lab. Face-to-face and online supplemental instruction sessions are available to help students through any LSCO course. Reach out to learning.center@lsco.edu for more information on how students can receive academic support.


Library Services

Students are encouraged to visit library.lsco.edu to find the library's current operating hours, access the catalog to locate print materials, and access GatorSearch to explore the vast electronic collection. The library provides over 77 electronic database collections that include eBooks, newspapers, magazines, academic journals, and streaming video. The physical library contains a specialized collection of research materials specifically chosen to support the degrees and courses offered. Additionally, Students with research questions or questions about library services are encouraged visit the library in person, call 409-882-3352, access the chat on the library webpage, or to email their question to lscolibrary@lsco.edu.


Student with Disabilities

Under the Texas State System, Lamar State College Orange complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, pertaining to the provision of reasonable academic adjustments/auxiliary aids for students with disability. We strive to provide reasonable academic adjustments/auxiliary aids to students who request and require them.

Students who believe they have a disability requiring an academic adjustment/auxiliary aid are encouraged to contact the Accessibility Coordinator at (409) 882-3393 or visit the Advising Office. Students are encouraged to apply before the start of the semester when at all possible. The Accommodation Request Form and details regarding the appropriate documentation needed can be found here: https://www.lsco.edu/advising/disability.asp. Once approved, the signed accommodation form provided by the Special Populations Advisor must be submitted to the instructor at least two business days in advance of need.

Students with questions about the accommodations they receive in class should contact their instructor or the Accessibility Coordinator.


Upswing 24/7 FREE Tutoring Services

Lamar State College Orange provides currently enrolled students with access to online tutoring through a partnership with Upswing, an online tutoring platform. Tutors are available 24/7 online in almost every subject.

Visit https://www.lsco.edu/tutoring/online-tutoring.asp for details on how to log-in to the FREE services.


INSTITUTIONAL POLICIES

Campus Closure

In the event of an emergency campus closure in excess of three class days, Lamar State College Orange's classes will continue via the use of Blackboard. In such an instance, the college website, www.lsco.edu, will have information concerning the event and anticipated re-opening plans.


Civility

Please be considerate of other classmates' feelings, ethnic background, cultural differences, situations, and level of maturity. Students will be asked to leave the course if disruptive or inappropriate behavior is exhibited in any of the course requirements. If your instructor feels that you have not contributed appropriately to course requirements, your final course grade may be reduced accordingly.

The instructor reserves the right to manage a positive learning environment and will not tolerate inappropriate conduct in the course. Rude correspondence (discourteous or impolite, especially in a deliberate way) in e-mails, telephone calls, in person, or comments made to other class members, the instructor, or the office staff.


Contingency Plans

Students should develop a backup plan should their computer system or their Internet provider fail. Computer or internet connectivity issues are not valid excuses for missing a deadline. The College provides many opportunities for using computer equipment, as do many public libraries. Refer to the LSCO website for operational hours of the Library and Success Center.


Credit Transfer

Students should check in advance with the institution to which they plan to transfer credit to confirm transferability. Refer to the LSCO Catalog for details on how to handle and resolve transfer disputes with public institutions of higher education in Texas.


Criminal Background Policy

LSCO awards some certificates and degrees in which a criminal history MAY disqualify candidates from becoming licensed, certified, and/or employed upon degree/certificate completion. Students with a criminal background enrolling in courses leading to a degree/certificate in Court Reporting, Criminal Justice, Cosmetology, Emergency Medical Technology, Massage Therapy, Medical Assisting, Vocational Nursing (VN), Registered Nursing (RN), Pharmacy Technician, Real Estate, or Teacher Preparation program are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to discuss the certification and/or licensing regulations of the program with the program director listed in order to learn more about the current guidelines related to criminal history as well as the right of individuals to request a criminal history evaluation letter.


Drops and Withdrawals

Never attending or ceasing to attend classes DOES NOT constitute a drop or withdrawal. You remain registered until you request a drop from the instructor. Failure to act in a timely manner will result in an "F" grade for the course. It is the student's responsibility to follow up with the LSCO advising office to ensure that all drops/withdrawals are processed as desired.


Grade of "Incomplete"

The grade of "I" may be given when any requirement of the course, including the final examination, is not completed. Students seeking an incomplete should have completed at least 75% of the course requirements and be passing the course at the time of the request. Arrangements to complete deficiencies in a course should be made in advance of the end of the semester with the instructor. The instructor will process the Incomplete form online, and a confirmation will be sent to the student's LSCO email.

Incomplete work must be finished during the next long semester. If not, the Office of Admission and Records must change the "I" grade to the grade of "F." The course must then be repeated if credit is desired. An "I" grade also automatically becomes an "F" if the student registers for the course prior to removing the deficiencies and receiving a grade change. The instructor may record the grade of "F" for a student who is absent from the final examination and is not passing the course.


Grade Appeals (Complaints Related to Earned Grades)

Grade determination and awarding of grades in a course are the responsibility of the instructor and should be calculated according to college policy, procedures, and written details provided in the course syllabus. NOTE: Final grades are available to students within 48 hours of the instructor posting the grade in Banner. Students may view final grades by logging into MyGator and then accessing Gator Self-Service.

An academic appeal process is afforded to students who desire to dispute a grade or any decision that affects the student's ability to complete and earn a grade for the course provided it is not related to a violation outlined in the LSCO Student Code of Conduct. If an informal conference with the faculty member regarding an academic complaint fails to reach the outcome requested by the student, the student may initiate the formal process outlined below. Even after initiating the formal complaint process, students are encouraged to seek informal resolution of their concerns. A student whose concerns are resolved may withdraw a formal complaint at any time.

Refer to the current catalog or for details on the formal grade appeal process.


Institutional Educational Goals

Lamar State College Orange has identified seven educational goals to specify the knowledge and skills that students should gain from completing academic and technical programs with the College. These goals are:

  1. Critical thinking (General Education, Technical) - Students will be able to demonstrate creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, analysis, evaluation, and synthesis of information.
  2. Communication (General Education, Technical) - Students will be able to effectively develop, interpret and express of ideas through written, oral and visual communication.
  3. Empirical and quantitative skills (General Education, Technical) - Students will be able to manipulate and analyze numerical data or observable facts and create informed conclusions.
  4. Teamwork (General Education, Technical) - Students will be able to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal.
  5. Social responsibility (General Education, Technical) - Students will be able to recognize and acquire a sense of intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national and global communities.
  6. Personal responsibility (General Education, Technical) - Students will be able to connect choices, actions, and consequences to ethical decision-making.
  7. Professional competency (Technical) - Students will be able to recognize or demonstrate skills and that depict professional values and employability. If the career has licensure or certification requirements, students may prepare for the licensure and certification in a capstone course and sit for the licensure or certificate at the end of the program.

MyGator and Log-In Credentials

Current students will access many LSCO applications through the MyGator portal. Login credentials will use the following format: username@my.lsco.edu/Password. For help in identifying your username/Password, visit https://www2.lsco.edu/sspr/.

It is a violation of College policy, state laws, and federal laws for anyone to gain or help others gain unauthorized access to MyGator or any LSCO application or service. All accounts shall be for use by a single individual - the person for whom the account was approved or assigned. This includes Blackboard accounts as well as any application within MyGator. Sharing or loaning accounts is strictly prohibited, can be construed as a form of cheating, and violates College policy, state laws, and federal laws.


Policies and Procedures

LSCO adheres to the policies and procedures established in the Texas Education Code, Texas State University System Rules and Regulations, LSCO Administrative Policies and Procedures Manual, LSCO Faculty Handbook, and LSCO Catalog.


Prohibited Items in the Classroom

No food or tobacco (including smokeless) products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. It is inappropriate for minor children to be on campus due to the potential liability to the College, the risk of harm to the children, and decreased employee productivity due to distractions and disruptions.


Student Complaints (excluding Safety, Harassment, or Title IX)

Student-Staff and Student-Instructor Complaint Process excluding Safety, Harassment, or Title IX

LSCO believes that all matters involving a staff member (non-instructor) OR an instructor are best resolved directly with the employee. Should it not be resolved at that level, access and complete the Student Complaint Intake form within five (5) business days from the date of the offense. The Student Complaint Intake Form can be found in any of these locations:



After a student completes the Student Complaint Intake Form, they will be contacted by an LSCO employee unrelated to the offense and provided guidance on how to proceed with the Complaint process.

Refer to the LSCO Catalog (Student Services, Complaints) for details on the complaint process.


Student Complaints (involving Safety, Harassment, or Title IX)

Student-Staff and Student-Instructor Complaint Process involving Safety, Harassment, or Title IX:

Students who have experienced a safety, harassment, or title IX event should access and complete the Title IX/Clery: Anonymous Reporting Form found in any of these locations:



After a student completes the intake form, they will be contacted by an LSCO employee and provided guidance on how to proceed.

Refer to the LSCO Catalog (Student Services, Complaints) for details on the complaint process.


Student Privacy

The privacy of all students, including Distance Education students, is protected through strict adherence to the rules of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act. LSCO's statement regarding the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act can be found in LSCO's Catalog. Additional information regarding privacy for Distance Education students can be found in the Distance Education Handbook.