Guías Docentes Electrónicas
1. General information
Course:
INSTRUMENTATION AND TRANSDUCERS ELECTRONIC
Code:
310910
Type:
CORE COURSE
ECTS credits:
4.5
Degree:
2349 - MASTER DEGREE PROGRAMME IN TELECOMMUNICATION ENGINEERING
Academic year:
2019-20
Center:
308 - SCHOOL POLYTECHNIC OF CUENCA
Group(s):
30 
Year:
1
Duration:
C2
Main language:
Spanish
Second language:
Use of additional languages:
English Friendly:
Y
Web site:
Bilingual:
N
Lecturer: RAUL ALCARAZ MARTINEZ - Group(s): 30 
Building/Office
Department
Phone number
Email
Office hours
E. Politécnica Cuenca (0.03)
INGENIERÍA ELÉCTRICA, ELECTRÓNICA, AUTOMÁTICA Y COMUNICACIONES
926054053
raul.alcaraz@uclm.es
It will be established at the beginning of the course

Lecturer: CESAR SANCHEZ MELENDEZ - Group(s): 30 
Building/Office
Department
Phone number
Email
Office hours
0.05
INGENIERÍA ELÉCTRICA, ELECTRÓNICA, AUTOMÁTICA Y COMUNICACIONES
926053743
cesar.sanchez@uclm.es
Se comunicará a través del campus virtual y el tablón de anuncios

2. Pre-Requisites

No prerequisites, except those imposed by the general curriculum. However, it is recommended to have basic knowledge of theory and analysis of electronic components and circuits, as well as instrumentation systems and the use of sensors.

3. Justification in the curriculum, relation to other subjects and to the profession

The electronic instrumentation of measurement and control is present in the most diverse areas of our world. This area of study is increasingly important in research laboratories, industry, hospitals, the automotive sector, IOT, and UVAs, among others. This course provides the necessary knowledge to understand the technology, operation and conditioning of electronic systems of measurement and control with emphasis on integrated systems, as well as the necessary competencies for the development of different types of systems and applications.

Consequently, this course is related to most subjects of the degree, since electronic measurement systems are an important basis for the development of different areas of work in telecommunications engineering.


4. Degree competences achieved in this course
Course competences
Code Description
E14 The ability to apply advanced knowledge of photonics and optoelectronics, as well as high-frequency electronics.
E15 The ability to develop electronic instruments such as transducers, actuators and sensors.
G01 The ability to conceptualise, calculate and design products, processes and facilities in all fields of Telecommunications Engineering.
G04 The ability to perform mathematical modelling, calculations and simulations in technology centres and engineering companies, particularly in tasks involving research, development and innovation in all areas related to Telecommunications Engineering and related multidisciplinary fields.
G07 The ability to launch, lead and manage the manufacturing processes of electronic and telecommunications equipment, guaranteeing the safety of people and assets, the final quality of products, and their standardisation.
G08 The ability to apply acquired knowledge and solve problems in new or unknown settings within wide and multidisciplinary environments while being capable of integrating knowledge.
G11 The ability to know how to communicate their conclusions and the latest supporting knowledge or data to both specialised and non-specialised audiences clearly and free from ambiguity.
G12 The ability to have the learning skills which allow them to continue studying in a largely self-directed or autonomous way.
G14 The ability to have knowledge and understanding which provides a basis or opportunity to be original in the development and/or application of ideas, often within a research context.
G15 The ability to integrate knowledge and face the complexities of making assessments based on information which, whether incomplete or limited, includes reflections on the social and ethical responsibilities in the application of their knowledge and judgements.
5. Objectives or Learning Outcomes
Course learning outcomes
Description
Knowledge and respect of professional ethics and deontology.
Development of virtual instrumentation systems: environments, architectures and associated standards.
Determination of the design requirements of a circuit starting from the specifications at the system level.
Design of analog circuits applying low noise and precision techniques.
Design and development of advanced electronic instrumentation systems.
Correct use of oral and written expression to convey ideas, technologies, results, etc.
Understanding of technical documentation in English and mastery of specific vocabulary in this language.
Application of advanced techniques of analog design oriented to the development of instrumentation blocks.
Analysis and synthesis of technical documentation.
Knowledge of the fundamentals, characteristics and applications of sensors and actuators in advanced electronic instrumentation.
Additional outcomes
Not established.
6. Units / Contents
  • Unit 1: Design and development of electronic instrumentation systems
    • Unit 1.1: Measurements, metrology and patterns
    • Unit 1.2: Calibration, traceability, accreditation and homologation
    • Unit 1.3: Architectures and technologies
    • Unit 1.4: Analogue design oriented to the development of instrumentation blocks
    • Unit 1.5: Noise and interference reduction techniques
    • Unit 1.6: Real-time acquisition systems
    • Unit 1.7: Smart instrumentation
    • Unit 1.8: High-level software
    • Unit 1.9: LAB 1. Virtual instrumentation
  • Unit 2: Sensors, transducers and actuators
    • Unit 2.1: Characterization and classification
    • Unit 2.2: Design of advanced conditioning systems for sensors
    • Unit 2.3: Microsensors, micro-actuators. Smart sensors
    • Unit 2.4: LAB 2. Sensors conditioning
  • Unit 3: Protocols and communication interfaces
    • Unit 3.1: Compact and distributed systems
    • Unit 3.2: Instrumentation and field buses
    • Unit 3.3: LAB 3. Protocols and communications interfaces
7. Activities, Units/Modules and Methodology
Training Activity Methodology Related Competences (only degrees before RD 822/2021) ECTS Hours As Com R Description *
Class Attendance (theory) [ON-SITE] Lectures E14 E15 G01 G04 G07 G08 G12 G14 0.51 12.75 N N N
Problem solving and/or case studies [ON-SITE] Problem solving and exercises E14 E15 G01 G04 G07 G08 G11 G12 G14 0.15 3.75 N N N
Laboratory practice or sessions [ON-SITE] Practical or hands-on activities E14 E15 G01 G04 G07 G08 G11 G12 G14 G15 0.54 13.5 N N N
Writing of reports or projects [OFF-SITE] Guided or supervised work E14 E15 G01 G04 G07 G08 G11 G12 G14 G15 0.9 22.5 N N N Reports on hands-on activities or practical projects
Project or Topic Presentations [ON-SITE] E14 E15 G01 G04 G07 G08 G11 G12 G14 G15 0.06 1.5 Y Y Y Oral examination of laboratory activities and projects
Individual tutoring sessions [ON-SITE] Collaborative on line international learning (COIL) E14 E15 G01 G04 G07 G08 G11 G12 G14 G15 0.03 0.75 N N N
Other on-site activities [ON-SITE] Assessment tests E14 E15 G01 G04 G07 G08 G11 G12 G14 G15 0.06 1.5 Y Y Y Written examinations and/or solving of problems and cases
Study and Exam Preparation [OFF-SITE] E14 E15 G01 G04 G07 G08 G11 G12 G14 G15 2.25 56.25 N N N
Total: 4.5 112.5
Total credits of in-class work: 1.35 Total class time hours: 33.75
Total credits of out of class work: 3.15 Total hours of out of class work: 78.75

As: Assessable training activity
Com: Training activity of compulsory overcoming
R: Rescheduling training activity

8. Evaluation criteria and Grading System
  Grading System  
Evaluation System Face-to-Face Self-Study Student Description
Test 40.00% 0.00% Written tests and/or resolution of problems or cases
Laboratory sessions 60.00% 0.00% Presentation of laboratory activities, practical cases, works or projects.
Total: 100.00% 0.00%  

Evaluation criteria for the final exam:
To pass the course, students must achieve more than 4 points (on a scale of 10) on all mandatory examinations, as well as a final averaged grade equal or higher than 5 points.

In the case of failing the course, the average mark on the laboratory activities (if it is equal or higher than 4 points) will only be maintained for the next offering, unless the student voluntarily decides to retake this set of activities.
Specifications for the resit/retake exam:
The student will be able to recover the compulsory examinations through an exam on the date established by the Center.
Specifications for the second resit / retake exam:
The student will be able to recover the compulsory examinations through an exam on the date established by the Center.
9. Assignments, course calendar and important dates
Not related to the syllabus/contents
Hours hours
Writing of reports or projects [AUTÓNOMA][Guided or supervised work] 22.5
Project or Topic Presentations [PRESENCIAL][] 1.5
Individual tutoring sessions [PRESENCIAL][Collaborative on line international learning (COIL)] .75
Other on-site activities [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] 1.5
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][] 56.25

Unit 1 (de 3): Design and development of electronic instrumentation systems
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 5.75
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] 1.25
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] 6

Unit 2 (de 3): Sensors, transducers and actuators
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 4
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] 1.5
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] 4

Unit 3 (de 3): Protocols and communication interfaces
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 3
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] 1
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] 3.5

Global activity
Activities hours
10. Bibliography and Sources
Author(s) Title Book/Journal Citv Publishing house ISBN Year Description Link Catálogo biblioteca
Gerard Meijer Smart Sensor Systems Wiley 978-0-470-86691-7 2015 http://eu.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-0470866918.html  
National Instruments National Instruments Instrument Control Fundamentals Series National Instruments Technical Notes 2013 FREE resource for instrument control knowledge http://www.ni.com/white-paper/4359/en/  
Pallás Areny, Ramón Sensores y acondicionadores de señal Marcombo Boixareu 84-267-1344-0 2003 Ficha de la biblioteca
Pérez García, Miguel Ángel (1964-) Instrumentación electrónica / Paraninfo, 978-84-283-3702-1 2014 Ficha de la biblioteca
Pérez García, Miguel Ángel (1964-) Instrumentación electrónica : 230 problemas resueltos / Garceta, 978-84-15452-00-3 2012 Ficha de la biblioteca
Reverter, Ferran Circuitos de interfaz directa sensor-microcontrolador / Marcombo, 978-84-267-1502-9 2008 Ficha de la biblioteca



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