ECE1005 Sensors and Instrumentation L T P J C

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Pre-requisite PHY1001 – Engineering Physics Syllabus Version
2.0

Course Objectives:
1. To provide basic understanding of measurement and instrumentation systems.
2. To offer knowledge about the variety of measuring instruments and the methods of
measurement and the use of different sensors.
3. To analyse the concepts associated with multiple sensors and its sensing mechanism.
4. To apply the ideas towards the applications of various sensors.

Course Outcomes:
1. Differentiate between the types of sensors available
2. Characterize and mathematically model a sensor
3. Analyze different resistive sensors and utilize them for suitable applications
4. Analyze various inductive and capacitive sensors, and utilize them for suitable applications
5. Select a sensor for particular application
6. Recommend appropriate instrumentations for specific application
7. Apply the knowledge about the measuring instruments to use them more effectively.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): 2,6,8,17

2. Having a clear understanding of the subject related concepts and of contemporary issues
6. Having an ability to design a component or a product applying all the relevant standards and
with realistic constraints
8. Having Virtual Collaborating ability
17. Having an ability to use techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for
engineering practice
Module:1 Measurement Concepts and Classification of Sensors 1 hour
General concepts and terminology of measurement systems, Sensors and transducers,
Classification of sensors.
Module:2 Characteristics of Sensors 2 hours
Static and dynamic characteristics, Mathematical model of sensor – Zero, I and II order.
Module:3 Variable Resistance Sensors 2 hours
Resistive potentiometric, Strain gauge, Thermistor, Light dependent resistor.
Module:4 Variable Inductance and Variable Capacitance Sensors 2 hours
Linear variable differential transformers (LVDT), Characteristics and applications of LVDT,
Capacitive sensor.
Module:5 Special Purpose Sensors 2 hours
Piezoelectric sensor, Ultrasonic sensor, Hall effect sensor.
Module:6 Introduction to Instrumentation 2 hours
Fundamental concepts, Types of instruments, Calibration and standard.
Module:7 Electrical Measurement Instruments 2 hours
Current and voltage measurement instruments – Moving coil, Moving iron, Rectifier type.
Module:8 Contemporary issues 2 hours

Total lecture hours: 15 hours

Text Books
1. A.K. Sawhney, Puneet Sawhney, “A Course in Electrical and Electronic Measurements and
Instrumentation”, 2014, Dhanpat Rai and Co. (P) Ltd., New Delhi, India.
2. Ramon Pallas-Areny, John G. Webster, “Sensors and Signal Conditioning”, 2012, Wiley,
India.
Reference Books
1. Albert D. Helfrick and William D. Cooper, “Modern Electronic Instrumentation and
Measurement Techniques”, 2016, First Edition, Pearson Education, Noida, India.
2. David A. Bell, “Electronic Instrumentation and Measurements”, 2013, Third Edition, Oxford
University Press, New Delhi, India.
3. Ernest O Doebelin and Dhanesh N. Manik, “Measurement Systems”, 2017, Sixth Edition,
McGraw Hill Education, New delhi, India.
4. H.S. Kalsi, “Electronic Instrumentation”, 2017, Third Edition, McGraw Hill Education, New
delhi, India.
5. Patranabis D, “Sensors And Transducers”, 2011, Second Edition (Reprint), Phi, New delhi,
India.

Mode of Evaluation: Internal Assessment(CAT , Quizzes, Digital Assignments) & Final

Assessment Test (FAT)
Typical Projects
1. Electronic Nose for IoT
2. Monitoring Room Temperature
3. Pressure Monitoring
4. Reverse Car Parking System for IoT
5. Water Tank Level Control for IoT
6. Humidity Measurement
7. Air Quality Measurement for IoT
8. Heart Beat Measurement
9. Fall Detection System
Mode of Evaluation: Review I, II and III.
Recommended by Board of Studies 13-12-2015
Approved by Academic Council No. 47 Date 05-10-2017