Module Details

Module Code: PHYS6018
Title: Sensors and Systems
Long Title: Introduction to Sensors and Systems
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2009/10 ( September 2009 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4411 - Physics
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module introduces the components of measurement systems using a variety of sensors. Practical use of associated signal measurement equipment used in systems will be provided in the laboratory programme. The theory of operation of sensors will also be covered.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Perform measurements and calculations on a variety of systems relevant to instrumentation.
LO2 Understand the fundamental operating principles of systems and associated sensors.
LO3 Record and report on measured data.
LO4 Demonstrate competence in system characterisation.
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Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

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Indicative Content
System Principles
The measurement system as a black box. Infrastructure of the system. Inputs and outputs. Different types of systems and functions. Equipment to mimic industrial type signals on input and output.
Sensor Types
Solid state temperature sensors, optical sensors, photoconductive sensors, signal conditioning of the outputs from sensors and systems.
Theory of Sensors
Fundamental principle of operation of sensors.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 2
Assessment Description
n/a
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,4
Assessment Description
Practical Test
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 3
Assessment Description
Laboratory Programme Reports
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 20
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 2
Assessment Description
n/a
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Module Content Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Laboratory practicals Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact No Description Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Module content Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Laboratory practicals Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact No Description Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • W. Bolten. (1996), Measurement and Instrumentation Systems, 2nd. 24, Newnes, U.K., [ISBN: 0750628855].
  • Morris, Alan S.. (2003), Measurement and Instrumentation Principles, 1st. Butterworth-Heinemann, [ISBN: 0-75065081-8].
  • Bentley. (2003), Principles of Measurement Systems, 3rd. 18, Longman Publishing, UK, p.468, [ISBN: 0-58223779-3].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_SOMNI_7 Physical Sciences (Common Entry) 2 Group Elective 1
CR_SOMNI_8 Physical Sciences (Common Entry) 2 Group Elective 1