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COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENT of ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
ELEC371 / Sensors and Instrumentation
Fall 2023
Instructor Information
Name: Dr. Muhammad Chowdhury
Academic title: Assistant Professor
Office: New Engineering Building (H07), B390
Phone: 4403-7382
E-mail: [email protected]
Office Hours: L01: Sunday 12.15-1 (my office), L51: Tuesday 12.15-1 (my office)
TA Information
Lecture TAs
Section L01 & L51: Eng. Asma Khelil
Office: TBA
Phone: +974 4403 4223
E-mail: [email protected]
Lab TAs
- Section: B01 (M)/B51(F) (lab): Eng. Antonio S.P. Gonzales Jr. (Office: TBA, Phone:
4403-4223, email: [email protected])
- Section: B02 (M)/B03(M)/B52(F) (lab): Eng. Amith MD. Abdullah Khandakar (Office: TBA,
Phone: 4403 4235, email: [email protected])
Class/Laboratory Schedule
Lecture: Day/Time/Location
Section L01: Sunday and Tuesday /1:00-1:50pm/H07-C111
Section L51: Sunday and Tuesday /09:00-09:50am/H07-C123
Lab: Day/Time/Location
Female: Group B51 – Tuesday / 3:30pm-6:20pm /C225
Group B52 – Tuesday / 3:30pm-6:20pm /C355
Male: Group B01 - Monday / 3:30pm-6:20pm /C225
Group B02 - Monday / 3:30pm-6:20pm /C355
Group B03 - Wednesday / 3:30pm-6:20pm /C355
Coordinator Information
Name: Dr. Muhammad Chowdhury
E-mail: [email protected]
Office: 109 Annex Bldg.
Phone: 4403 7382
Course Information
Catalog Description:
Introduction to instrumentation and measurement. Active filters. Analysis and design of
data converters, Oscillators, Power amplifiers, Differential amplifiers. Frequency response,
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of amplifiers. Selected laboratory experiments will be conducted for examining sensors and
designing and testing data converters, active filters, oscillators, power amplifiers and
differential amplifiers.
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 2 hours theory, 3 hours lab
Co-requisite:
None
Prerequisites:
• By course: Electric Circuits II (ELEC 202), Electric Circuits II lab (ELEC 203),
Fundamentals of Electronics (ELEC 231, embedded lab).
• By topic:
- DC and AC circuit analysis
- Design and analysis of opamp/diode/transistor bases electronic circuits (amps, filters,
bridges)
- Statistical data analysis
- Derivation of analytical functions
Textbook(s):
1. R. S. Figliola & D. E. Beasly, “Theory and Design for Mechanical Measurements”, 5th
edition, John Wiley.
2. Adel S. Sedra & Kenneth C. Smith, Microelectronic Circuits, Oxford University Press.
References:
1. P. Holman, “Experimental methods for Engineers”, Mc Graw Hill, 7th edition, 2001.
2. Golding, E.W., and Widdis, F.C., "Electrical Measurements and Measuring Instruments", A
H Wheeler & Company, Calcutta, 1993.
3. Sawhney, A.K., "A Course in Electrical and Electronic Measurement and Instrumentation",
Dhanpat Rai & Sons, New Delhi, 1995.
Course Objectives:
The objectives of this course are:
1) Develop an understanding of how measurement systems operate.
2) Engage the students in engineering design and analysis of electronic circuits.
3) Allow the students to explore some practical applications of electronic circuits.
4) Allow the students to use modern simulation tools.
5) Develop and understanding of the principle of various industrial sensors (temperature,
pressure, strain, optical sensors, etc.)
6) Engage the students in advanced electronic instrumentation with signal processing.
7) Reinforce the students' ability of self-learning.
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Course Learning Outcomes (CLO):
1. Develop an understanding of how measurement systems operate (architecture, errors,
calibration).
2. Design Butterworth-type active filters and tuned amplifiers.
3. Analyze and design different types of oscillators and waveform generators.
4. Analyze and design power stages.
5. Analyze and design transistor-based differential amplifiers
6. Analyze and understand frequency-response of amplifiers
7. Develop and conduct advanced electronic instrumentation (data conditioning and converters,
industrial sensors, and signal processing).
8. Enhance ability of self-learning through a design laboratory experiment.
Relationship of Course Outcomes to Student Outcomes (SO):
Course
Learning Related Student Outcomes
Outcomes
(CLO) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Student Outcomes (SO)
1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying
principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with
consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social,
environmental, and economic factors.
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and
make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global,
economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create
a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and
use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Topics Covered:
Topics (Lecture) Chapter Weeks
1. Basic Concepts of Measurement Methods Notes 1
2. The Instrumentation Amplifier Notes 2
3. Actives Filters Chapter12 3,4
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Topics (Lecture) Chapter Weeks
4. Measurement systems and analog frontend Notes 5,6
5. Analysis and design of data converters Notes 7
6. Signal Generators Chap 13 8-10
7. Differential Amplifier Chap 7 11,12
8. Power amplifiers Chap 14 13
9. Frequency response of amplifiers (time pending) Chap 9 14
Total 14
Lab Experiments (1 week/item):
1. Lab introduction: Lab Rules, Lab Safety, introduction to Transducers and
Instrumentation (LJ kit)
2. Instrumentation amplifier
3. Temperature Measurements (IC, RTD, Thermistor, T/C, force and displacement
sensors).
4. Data Converters and Signal Generators
5. Design lab experiment
6. Wave-shaping circuit design
7. Power amplifier Experiment
8. Final Practical Exam Revision
9. Final Practical Exam.
Method of Instruction
Lectures, Lab experiments and simulations, Tutorials, Demonstrations.
Assessment Methods and Grading Policy
Homework: 05%
Quizzes: 15%
Midterm Exam: 25%
Final Exam: 35%
Lab sessions/reports 10%
Lab Practical Exam 10%
ABET Contribution of Course to Professional Component
Math & Basic Science : 0%
Engineering : 60%
Engineering Design : 40%
General Education : 0%
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Computer/Software Usage
Students will use CAD tools to simulate and analyze systems (e.g. Multisim, Matlab, Excel,etc.)
Laboratory Projects
A subject related to the course will be posted.
Course Ground Rules
The following rules will be applied:
Students who are late more than 5 minutes will be considered absent
Switch off mobiles during the lecture time
Active participation in class required
Learn how to use Blackboard (to obtain essential course materials and announcements)
Students must use the assigned university e-mail address rather than a personal e-mail.
Cheating & plagiarism: University rules will be enforced in case of cheating and
plagiarism.
Cell phones are banned during exams.
Attendance: University attendance policies will be enforced.
Course announcements will be in class and through Blackboard. Students are
responsible for following up with these.
Support for Students with Special Needs
It is Qatar University policy to provide educational opportunities that ensure fair, appropriate
and reasonable accommodation to students who have disabilities that may affect their ability to
participate in course activities or meet course requirements. Students with disabilities are
encouraged to contact their Instructor to ensure that their individual needs are met. The
University through its Special Needs Section will exert all efforts to accommodate for
individuals’ needs.
Contact Information for Special Needs Section: Tel-
Female: (00974) 4403 3843
Tel-Male: (00974) 4403 3854
Location: Student Activities Building
Email:
[email protected]Academic Support and Learning Resources
The University Student Learning Support Center (SLSC) provides academic support
services to male and female students at QU. The SLSC is a supportive environment where
students can seek assistance with academic coursework, writing assignments, transitioning
to college academic life, and other academic issues. SLSC programs include: Peer
Tutoring, the Writing Lab, Writing Workshops, and Academic Success Workshops.
Students may also seek confidential academic counseling from the professional staff at the
Center.
Contact Information for Students Support and Learning Resources:
Tel: (00974) 4403 3876
Fax: (00974) 4403 3871
Location: Female Student Activities Building
E-mail:
[email protected]Student Complaints Policy
Students at Qatar University have the right to pursue complaints related to faculty, staff, and
other students. The nature of the complaints may be either academic or non-academic. For
more information about the policy and processes related to this policy, you may refer to the
student handbook.
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Declaration
This syllabus and contents are subject to changes in the event of extenuating circumstances. The
instructor (with approval of the Head of Department) reserves the right to make changes as
necessary. If changes are necessitated during the term of the course, the students will be notified
by email communication and posting the notification on the online teaching tool Blackboard. It
is the student’s responsibility to check on announcements made while they were absent.
Faculty Name: Muhammad Chowdhury
Last Modified: Muhammad Chowdhury
Date: 26/08/2023
