2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    May 25, 2026  
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
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ELM 3015 - Sensors & Instrumentation


3 cr
This course introduces the type of sensors used in research and industry to measure physical and mechanical parameters and the standard methods of interfacing these devices. Topics include investigation of the underlying physical phenomenon which each transducer exploits and various signal conditioning and interfacing strategies. Typical devices covered include strain gages, LVDTs, load cells, pressure transducers, tachometers, accelerometers, temperature sensors, level sensors, and optical sensors.

Lecture/Lab: 2 hours of lecture, 3 hours of lab
Prerequisite(s): ELT 1110  or ELT 2072 PHY 1052  
Corequisite(s): CIS 2025  ELT 1032  MAT 2532  
Typically offered: Fall
Special fee: There is a fee associated with this course



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