ELM 3015 - Sensors and Instrumentation fall

Institution:

Vermont Technical College (7.1.2023 merged into Vermont State University)

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Description:

An introduction to the type of sensors used in research and industry to measure physical and mechanical parameters and the standard methods of interfacing these devices. Discussion includes investigation of the underlying physical phenomenon which each transducer exploits and various signal conditioning and interfacing strategies. Typical devices covered include strain gages, LVDTs, load cells, pressure transducers, tachometers, accelerometers, temperature sensors, level sensors, optical sensors. 2 hours of lecture, 3 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: ELT-1110 or ELT-2072, and MAT-1520 and PHY-1042. [Course fee: $160.00]

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.vtc.edu

Phone Number:

(802) 728-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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