PHYS 367 - Transducer And Special Purpose Electronics

Institution:

Northeastern Illinois University

Subject:

Physics

Description:

Lecture and laboratory on the characteristics of devices which convert physical quantities such as heat, light, motion and sound into electrical signal. This includes both the practical aspects of using such devices and the intrinsic physical properties which make their use possible. Sensors used include thermistors, thermopiles, microphones, solar cells, and piezoelectric/ pyroelectric films. The course culminates with each student doing a major project, which may include computer interfacing to the transducers. Lecture 2 hours, lab 4 hours.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.neiu.edu/

Phone Number:

(773) 583-4050

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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