Academic year2016/17
CourseENERGY ENGINEERING
Code654II
Credits6
PeriodSemester 1
LanguageItalian
| Modules | Area | Type | Hours | Teacher(s) |
| MISURE | ING-INF/07 | LEZIONI | 60 | |
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Knowledge
The student who successfully completes the course will be aware of the fundamentals of metrology, of the evaluation of the uncertainty in measurements, of some significant measurement methodologies, sensors and transducers, as well as of the analog-to-digital conversion. He will also have the ability to calculate the measurement uncertainty in relatively simple cases.
Assessment criteria of knowledge
The student will be assessed on his/her demonstrated ability to discuss the main course contents using the appropriate terminology.
During the oral exam the student must be able to demonstrate his/her knowledge of the course material and be able to discuss the reading matter thoughtfully and with propriety of expression.
In the written exam (ca. 3 hours), the student must demonstrate his/her knowledge of the course material and to organize an effective and correctly written reply.
Methods:
- Final oral exam
- Final written exam
Teaching methods
Delivery: face to face
Learning activities:
- attending lectures
- participation in discussions
- individual study
- Laboratory work
- Other
Attendance: Advised
Teaching methods:
Syllabus
The course aims to treat the fundamentals of metrology, the measurement uncertainty, the analog to digital conversion, some significant measurement methodologies, some sensors and transducers, through theoretical and practical lectures and labs.
Bibliography
Advised reading includes the following books:
An Introduction to Uncertainty in Measurement - Les Kirkup and Bob Frenkel - Cambridge Press
Further bibliography will be indicated.
Updated: 14/11/2016 17:27
