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Sensors And Actuators

Key information

  • Module code:

    6CCE3SEA

  • Level:

    6

  • Semester:

      Autumn

  • Credit value:

    15

Module description

In the implementation of mechatronic and other control systems, one of the key components is the integration of computational brainpower with sensing (measurement of unknown signals or parameters) and actuation (affecting the surrounding environment or a plant). During this module, students are introduced to advanced concepts in sensing and actuation for mechatronic and other relevant systems including estimations of parameters from measurements, analogue and digital sensors, and actuators.   

Assessment details

Written examination & Coursework 

Educational aims & objectives

The aim of the module is to provide in-depth knowledge of the principles of operation of various sensory devices and actuators for different applications. 

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course the student should be able:

  • to analyse and select appropriate sensory devices, actuators and to interface them to computer systems for monitoring and control purposes.
  • describe the main features different sensors and actuators with some awareness of their relative merits and appropriate applications.
  • to identify and compute instrument rating parameters.
  • to apply methods of estimations from measurements to well-defined problems

Department

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