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ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
MCH4005 Measurement and Instrumentation Spring 2 2 3 6
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. MEHMET BERKE GÜR
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi YALÇIN ÇEKİÇ
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This is an introductory course in which fundamental engineering concepts are explained with examples selected from the everyday life. After completing the course, students will get basic understanding about the engineering measurement using mathematics and scientific principles.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. Describe the physical standards on which units are based, the conversions between SI and English units,

II. Identify the basic components of a measurement system. Familiarize student with commonly-used instruments,

III. Select appropriate techniques and instrumentation for the measurement of motion, temperature, pressure, strain, force, etc.,

IV. Understand the operating principles of a range of widely used instrumentation techniques and appreciate how to use them in the design of measurement systems

V. Understand basic measurement circuit analysis techniques,

VI. Calibrate common sensors and instruments.

VII. Apply knowledge in math, science, and engineering.

VIII. Write effective technical lab reports.

Course Content

The general measurement system and its components. Statistical analysis of experimental data, uncertainty analysis, various statistical distributions and test of goodness of fit. Engineering instrumentation include types of passive/active transducers, electronics for instrumentation, computer-based data acquisition, and experiments on temperature, force measurements.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) The general measurement system and its components
2) Standards and dimensional units of measurement
3) Probability and statistics (I)
4) Probability and statistics (II)
5) Uncertainty analysis
6) Time-Dependent Characteristics
7) Response of measurement systems (I)
8) Response of measurement systems (II)
9) Passive Sensors
10) Active Sensors
11) Temperature measurement
12) Amplifiers and filters (I)
13) Amplifiers and filters (II)
14) Digital techniques in measurements

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Theory and Design for Mechanical Measurements, Richard S. Figliola, Donald E. Beasley, ISBN 978-0-470-64618-2
References: Mechanical Measurements, 6/E, Thomas G. Beckwith, Roy D. Marangoni, 2007 Prentice Hall, ISBN-10: 0201847655

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 5
Laboratory 10 % 30
Midterms 2 % 30
Final 1 % 35
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 65
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 35
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 2 28
Laboratory 10 2 20
Study Hours Out of Class 15 3 45
Quizzes 5 2 10
Midterms 1 15 15
Final 1 20 20
Total Workload 138

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and electric-electronic engineering subjects; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems. 4
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 5
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues, according to the nature of the design.) 4
4) Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for electrical-electronic engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively. 4
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems. 3
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. 3
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. 4
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself. 3
9) Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. 1
10) Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.