Learning outcome

After successfully completing the course, the candidate will have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence.

Knowledge

The candidate:

• Can describe the function and operation of the main sensors and actuators (control devices) that are part of a process
• Has knowledge of the HSE aspects of a measurement system, such as explosion protection, etc.
• Has knowledge regarding the principles of frequency regulation of electric motors and EMC
• Has knowledge of how bidirectional communication for the automatic measurement of electricity consumption occurs, combined with control options and other functions

Skills

The candidate can:

• Prepare the necessary basis for programming, implementing and testing a system that includes sensors and actuators
• Choose appropriate sensors, actuators and signal management methods for a given process
• Assemble a measurement system, focusing on sensors, actuators and signal management
• Use high voltage insulation testers to test general circuits, e.g. switchgear, motors and cables

General competence

The candidate:

• Can describe work that has been carried out through a report and an oral presentation in English
• Is aware of the importance of HSE when developing solutions

Course Description

The main themes of the course are:

• Measurement and instrumentation systems
• Basic uncertainty analysis
• Wheatstone bridge
• Selected measurement methods
• Computer-based data acquisition
• EMC
• Ex
• Frequency regulation
• Insulation testing to check the condition of electrical wiring insulation
• Bidirectional communication for measuring electricity consumption

Teaching and Learning Methods

The learning outcomes are ensured through a combination of lectures, practical term papers –which include both hardware and software elements – exercises and business visits.

Assessment Methods

Written examination: 100%

Individual grades (A-F)

All laboratory reports must be passed in order to take the exam.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean