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:
2020-21
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
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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
This information will be published before the course starts
2. Pre-Requisites
No prerequisites, except those imposed by the general curriculum, will be required. However, it is highly 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 | |
| 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. | |
| 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. | |
| Additional outcomes | |
| Not established. |
6. Units / Contents
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Unit 1: Design and development of electronic instrumentation systems
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Unit 1.1: Measurements, metrology and patterns
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Unit 1.2: Calibration, traceability, accreditation and homologation
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Unit 1.3: Architectures and technologies
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Unit 1.4: Analogue design oriented to the development of instrumentation blocks
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Unit 1.5: Noise and interference reduction techniques
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Unit 1.6: Real-time acquisition systems
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Unit 1.7: Smart instrumentation
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Unit 1.8: High-level software
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Unit 1.9: LAB 1. Virtual instrumentation
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Unit 2: Sensors, transducers and actuators
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Unit 2.1: Characterization and classification
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Unit 2.2: Design of advanced conditioning systems for sensors
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Unit 2.3: Microsensors, micro-actuators. Smart sensors
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Unit 2.4: LAB 2. Sensors conditioning
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Unit 3: Protocols and communication interfaces
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Unit 3.1: Compact and distributed systems
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Unit 3.2: Instrumentation and field buses
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Unit 3.3: LAB 3. Protocols and communications interfaces
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7. Activities, Units/Modules and Methodology
| Training Activity | Methodology | Related Competences (only degrees before RD 822/2021) | ECTS | Hours | As | Com | Description | |
| Class Attendance (theory) [ON-SITE] | Lectures | E14 E15 G01 G04 G07 G08 G12 G14 | 0.51 | 12.75 | 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 | ||
| 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 | ||
| 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 | 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 | 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 | ||
| Other on-site activities [ON-SITE] | Assessment tests | E14 E15 G01 G04 G07 G08 G11 G12 G14 G15 | 0.06 | 1.5 | 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 | |||
| 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 (It will be essential to overcome both continuous and non-continuous assessment).
8. Evaluation criteria and Grading System
| Evaluation System | Continuous assessment | Non-continuous evaluation * | Description |
| Test | 40.00% | 40.00% | Written tests and/or resolution of problems or cases |
| Laboratory sessions | 60.00% | 60.00% | Presentation of laboratory activities, practical cases, works or projects. |
| Total: | 100.00% | 100.00% |
According to art. 4 of the UCLM Student Evaluation Regulations, it must be provided to students who cannot regularly attend face-to-face training activities the passing of the subject, having the right (art. 12.2) to be globally graded, in 2 annual calls per subject , an ordinary and an extraordinary one (evaluating 100% of the competences).
Evaluation criteria for the final exam:
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Continuous assessment:To pass the course, students will have to satisfy the next three requirements:
- All laboratory tasks will have to be submitted and orally defended. No minimum mark will be required for any hands-on experiment, both the weighted average score for all of them will have to be higher than 4 points (on a scale of 10 points).
- A degree on every theory test higher 4 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required.
- A final mark on the course higher than 5 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required. -
Non-continuous evaluation:Those student unable to follow regularly the course, with justification, will have to contact with the instructor within the first mont. An alternative timetable to conduct hands-on experiment will be agreed between these students. To pass the course, students will have to satisfy the next three requirements:
- All laboratory tasks will have to be submitted and orally defended. No minimum mark will be required for any hands-on experiment, both the weighted average score for all of them will have to be higher than 4 points (on a scale of 10 points).
- A degree on every theory test higher 4 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required.
- A final mark on the course higher than 5 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required.
Specifications for the resit/retake exam:
The second oportunity to pass the course activities will follow the next criteria:
- A final exam assessing all theory concepts will be awarded with 40% of the final mark on the course.
- All hands-on experiments could be submitted and orally defended for their re-assessment. All these activities will be awarded with 60% of the final mark on the course.
- To pass the course, student will have to satisfy the same three requirements as in the previous evaluation.
- A final exam assessing all theory concepts will be awarded with 40% of the final mark on the course.
- All hands-on experiments could be submitted and orally defended for their re-assessment. All these activities will be awarded with 60% of the final mark on the course.
- To pass the course, student will have to satisfy the same three requirements as in the previous evaluation.
Specifications for the second resit / retake exam:
If students passed the laboratory activities in the preceding course, only a exam covering all theory concepts will have to be tackled. Otherwise, students will have to take two exam, one covering theory concepts and another assessing laboratory skills. The grading scheme will award 40% of the final mark on the course for
theory exam and 60% for laboratory test. For both examinations a minimum mark of 4 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required. Moreover, the final averaged mark will have to be equal or higher than 5 points (on a scale of 10 points).
theory exam and 60% for laboratory test. For both examinations a minimum mark of 4 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required. Moreover, the final averaged mark will have to be equal or higher than 5 points (on a scale of 10 points).
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 |
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| 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 |
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| Pérez García, Miguel Ángel (1964-) | Instrumentación electrónica / | Paraninfo, | 978-84-283-3702-1 | 2014 |
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| Pérez García, Miguel Ángel (1964-) | Instrumentación electrónica : 230 problemas resueltos / | Garceta, | 978-84-15452-00-3 | 2012 |
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| Reverter, Ferran | Circuitos de interfaz directa sensor-microcontrolador / | Marcombo, | 978-84-267-1502-9 | 2008 |
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