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Intelligent Sensors and Field Buses

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: IKS3101
Type: Optional obligatory / Professional Studies
Curriculum: I-KT 2007
Level: Bachelor of Engineering
Year of Study: 3 (2009-2010)
Credits: 3 cr
Responsible Teacher: Rantasalo, Marko
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Courses During the Academic Year 2009-2010

Impl.Group(s)Study TimeTeacher(s)LanguageEnrolment
2I-KT-3N, I-KT-4N2009-08-24 – 2009-10-24Mika BillingFinnish2009-08-14 – 2009-09-06

Learning Outcomes

The student will have a knowledge of sensors used in machine automation and process technology. He/she will be able to select them and connect them to the control systems. The study unit will also give an insight into bus techniques and its applications in automation.

Student's Workload

Total work load of the course: 81 h
- of which scheduled studies: 42 h
- of which autonomous studies: 39 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

IKTA0402 Mechanical Automation

Contents

Modern sensors in machine and process technology, their interfaces to different control systems, the technical properties, selection and installation of sensors. Factors affecting the measuring resolution. The use of the field bus in connection of sensors and operating equipment.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

- Fonselius.Koneautomaatio, anturit.
- Material provided by sensor manufacturers.
- Material provided by the teacher.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures, asignment

Assessment Criteria

5: The student is able to utilise the methods learnt during the study unit independently and is able apply the learnt knowledge in new contexts.
3: The student is able to utilise the methods learnt during the study unit independently.
1: The student is able, with guidance, to utilise the methods learnt during the study unit.

Assessment Methods

Exam and assessment of the assignment. Assessment on scale 1-5.


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