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ME220: Introduction to Sensors Spring 2008 Mon, Wed: 9:00am - 10:50am, Bldg 370-370 Home | General Info | Syllabus | Homework | Labs | Lecture Notes | Links |
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The
Text
There is no assigned book for the course. Handbook of
Modern Sensors by Fraden is an optional book that provides additional information
and can serve as a good reference to buy and keep. Recommendations for
pertinent reading are listed with the lecture dates Note: You can now use the Stanford Bookstore's
online book search to check the availability of this text and other course
materials.
Grading
Grading is based
on the following proportions:
Preparation
This course has no required prerequisites. The course is
relatively self-contained, although it will cover a wide range of material.
Some basic background in both ME and EE would be of great help, although it
is very reasonable to learn prerequisite material during the course. EE
Background:
Since most sensor signals are eventually converted to
electrical signals, basic circuit analysis is highly useful for this course.
Specifically, Ohm's Law, voltage dividers, op-amps, and phase/magnitude
calculations are used throughout the course. Some knowledge of basic control
laws is also useful. ME
Background:
A section of the course involves sensors which work on the principles of stress and strain. Therefore, some background in structural mechanics would be beneficial. For other sensors, knowledge of fluid dynamics and heat transfer may be helpful. |
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