Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Sensors MEM386 Turkish Compulsory 6. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator
Instructor(s)
Goals The aims of this course are; to introduce sensors, choose the right sensor according to their requirements and usage purposes, working principles of sensors, define system requirements, define the connection points and connection types, give sample applications for different usage areas and increasing the knowledge level and awareness of students.
Course Content Introduce sensors, choose the right sensor according to their requirements and usage purposes, working principles of sensors, define system requirements, define the connection points and connection types, give sample applications for different usage areas and increasing the knowledge level and awareness of students.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 1. Learns the structure and operating processes of sensors
2 2. Learns different sensor usage areas (for force, displacement, pressure, temperature, flow measurements), sample applications and connection types
3 3. Learns the criteria to look for in sensors and how to evaluate the criteria
4 4. Increases the level of knowledge and awareness about sensors and detectors.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to the course, Information about basic terms and concepts related to sensors Interview, Practice, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation), Preparation, After Class Study, Research
2. Week Explanation of sensor catalogue information Other Activities, Research, Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Practice, Presentation (Preparation)
3. Week Sensor selection steps Practice, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation), Research, Preparation, After Class Study, Interview
4. Week Control of sensor accuracy, calibration and accreditation Research, Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Practice, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
5. Week Structure of strain gage, its use in sensors, measurement principle, features Interview, Practice, Other Activities, Research, Preparation, After Class Study, Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Indicator elements of systems with strain gage sensor structure, measurement principle, features Research, Interview, Practice, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation), Preparation, After Class Study
7. Week Structure of piezo crystal sensors, its use in sensors, measurement principle, features Research, Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
8. Week Indicator elements of systems with piezo crystal sensor structure, measurement principle, features Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Practice, Research, Presentation (Preparation), Other Activities
9. Week Structure of force measurement sensors, measurement principle, features Interview, Practice, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation), Preparation, After Class Study, Research
10. Week Structure of force measurement sensors, measurement principle, features Interview, Practice, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation), Research, Preparation, After Class Study
11. Week Structure of pressure measurement sensors, measurement principle, features Interview, Practice, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation), Research, Preparation, After Class Study
12. Week Structure of displacement measurement sensors, measurement principle, features Presentation (Preparation), Research, Interview, Other Activities, Practice, Preparation, After Class Study
13. Week Structure of temperature measurement sensors, measurement principle, features Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation), Practice, Research, Interview
14. Week Structure of flow measurement sensors, measurement principle, features Interview, Practice, Other Activities, Research, Presentation (Preparation), Preparation, After Class Study
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 To gain the ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering in the field of Mechatronics Engineering
2 To gain the ability to design and develop an entire mechatronic system or one of its components under realistic constraints and conditions
3 To gain the ability to identify, model, and solve engineering problems
4 To effectively use up-to-date software and hardware tools with an awareness of project management, risk management, entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development
5 To acquire professional responsibility and ethical awareness
6 To gain the ability to work both individually and as part of a team
7 To gain the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form, and to use a foreign language efficiently in professional life
8 To gain awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning, the ability to access information, to follow scientific and technological developments, to continuously improve oneself, and to recognize the health, environmental, safety, and legal aspects of engineering practices
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4
PY1 2 2 2 2
PY2 3 3 3 3
PY3 3 3 3 3
PY4 4 4 4 4
PY5 2 2 2 2
PY6 1 1 1 1
PY7 1 1 1 1
PY8 2 2 2 2
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • 1. Aydemir, B., “Kuvvet kalibrasyon rehberi”, TÜBİTAK UME, 2021, ISBN: 978-605-312-399-6
  • 2. Metroloji, 1. Basım, Şubat 2013, ISBN 978-975-403-731-9, TÜBİTAK Ulusal Metroloji Enstitüsü
  • 3. TS EN ISO/IEC 17025:2018, Deney ve Kalibrasyon Laboratuvarlarının Yeterliliği İçin Genel Şartlar
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 3 42
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 3 3
Homework 1 14 3 42
Final 1 3 3
Practice 12 1 12
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0