Basic Electrical Measurements
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | ISTA0204 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Professional Studies |
| Curriculum: | ST 2014 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 1 (2014-2015) |
| Credits: | 2 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Koski, Jari |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2014-2015
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | I-ST-1N | 2014-10-27 – 2014-12-20 | Jari Koski | Finnish | 2014-08-15 – 2014-10-31 |
Learning Outcomes
The student learns the methods to measure the most usual electric quantities and couplings and how to use measuring and monitoring devices. The student learns to choose a safe and appropriate measurement method and device for each application and to assess the accuracy of the measurement.
Student's Workload
The total amount of student's work is 54 h, which contains 28 h of contact studies.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
ISTA0105 Work Safety and Electrical Work Safety
Contents
Safety aspects in electrical measurements. Measurements of current, voltage, power and resistance. The structure and properties of analogue and digital meters. The use of oscilloscope. Assessing the reliability of measurements.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Heikki Esala: "Sähkömittaustekniikka"
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lecturers and laboratory exercises.
Assessment Criteria
Grade 5: The student is able to apply creatively the contents of the course.
Grade 3: The student is well-abled to utilize the course contents.
Grade 1: The student knows those subjects of the course, which are necessary for the forthcoming studies and working life.
Assessment Methods
Exam, the contents and language of the laboratory report are assessed.