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Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Mühendislik ve Doğa Bilimleri Fakültesi
Programme of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Course Details
Course Code Course Name Year Period Semester T+A+L Credit ECTS
15181016 Sensors And Applications 2025 Spring 8 3+0+0 3 5
Course Type Elective
Course Cycle Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6)
Course Language Turkish
Methods and Techniques -
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Prerequisites -
Coordinator -
Instructor(s) Asst. Prof. Taha Fatih ATEŞ
Instructor Assistant(s) -
Course Instructor(s)
Name and Surname Room E-Mail Address Internal Meeting Hours
Asst. Prof. Taha Fatih ATEŞ A-123 [email protected] 7990
Course Content
Introduction to sensors and measurement systems, static and dynamic characteristics of sensors. Operating principles of basic resistance, capacitance, and inductance-based transducers. Measurement methods for temperature, pressure, force, position, velocity, acceleration, and optical variables. Processing of sensor output signals and their integration into data acquisition systems with microcontrollers. Sensor applications in various engineering and industrial systems.
Objectives of the Course
Introduction to sensors and measurement systems, static and dynamic characteristics of sensors. Operating principles of basic resistance, capacitance, and inductance-based transducers. Measurement methods for temperature, pressure, force, position, velocity, acceleration, and optical variables. Processing of sensor output signals (signal conditioning) and integration into data acquisition systems with microcontrollers. Sensor applications in various engineering and industrial systems.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
Basic Vocational Courses X
Specialization / Field Courses
Support Courses
Transferable Skills Courses
Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Program Learning Outcomes Level
P1 Solid knowledge base in mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering-related subjects, along with the ability to solve complex engineering problems using this knowledge. 4
P4 Ability to develop, prefer, and utilize current techniques and tools for analyzing and solving complex problems in engineering applications; proficiency in effectively utilizing information technologies. 3
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
No Learning Outcomes Outcome Relationship Measurement Method **
O1 Solve an engineering problem, design and develop products using Electrical and Electronics knowledge and skills. P.1.5 1
O2 Biosensors and their working principles P.4.25 1
** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week Topics
1 Introduction, sensors, actuators, and fundamental concepts
2 Sensor Types and Selection, Sensor Classification, Process Control, Sensor Parameters. Actuator Classification and Selection
3 Magnetic Sensors
4 Magnetic Sensors
5 Temperature Sensors
6 Temperature Sensors
7 Optical Sensors
8 Optical Sensors
9 Motion, Velocity, and Position Sensors
10 Force, Torque, and Pressure Sensors
11 Inductive and Capacitive Sensors
12 Hydraulic and pneumatic systems and actuators
13 Electric Motors and Actuators
14 Electric Motors and Actuators
Textbook or Material
Resources Sensors and Transducers, Ian Sinclair
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Attendance - -
Laboratory - -
Practice - -
Homework 1 30 (%)
Presentation - -
Projects - -
Quiz - -
Listening - -
Midterms 1 30 (%)
Final Exam 1 40 (%)
Total 100 (%)
ECTS / Working Load Table
Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Week Number and Time 14 3 42
Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) 14 2 28
Midterms 1 20 20
Quiz 0 0 0
Homework 1 25 25
Practice 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Project 0 0 0
Workshop 0 0 0
Presentation/Seminar Preparation 0 0 0
Fieldwork 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 25 25
Other 0 0 0
Total Work Load: 140
Total Work Load / 30 4,67
Course ECTS Credits: 5
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Learning Outcomes P1 P4
O1 Solve an engineering problem, design and develop products using Electrical and Electronics knowledge and skills. 4 -
O2 Biosensors and their working principles - 3