This course introduces the type of sensors used in research and industry to measure physical and mechanical parameters and the standard methods of interfacing these devices. Topics include investigation of the underlying physical phenomenon which each transducer exploits and various signal conditioning and interfacing strategies. Typical devices covered include strain gages, LVDTs, load cells, pressure transducers, tachometers, accelerometers, temperature sensors, level sensors, and optical sensors.
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School
School of Engineering and Computing
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Number
3015
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Subject
Electromechanical Engineering Technology (ELM)
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Semester
Fall
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Lecture/Lab/Seminar Hours
2 hours of lecture, 3 hours of lab per week
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Prerequisites
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Additional Prerequisites
- ELT 1110 or ELT 2072
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Corequisites
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Credits
3
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Fee
$290