Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
4IHA202ELEKTRONİK ALGILAYICILAR1+2+02530.07.2026

 
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Associate Degree
Department / Program Drone Technology and Operations
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course The aim is to teach the fundamental principles of sensors and transducers and to enable students to effectively use these technologies in technical applications.
Course Content Basic principles of sensors and transducers that convert physical quantities into electrical signals.
Course Methods and Techniques Lecture, discussion, presentation, and assignment.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Instructor Mehmet Bilgin mehmet.bilgin@ankarabilim.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Sensors and Transducers, Osman Gürdal
Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall
Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces
Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
Course Notes Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal

Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall

Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces

Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010

Course Category
Mathematics and Basic Sciences %10
Engineering %50
Science %30
Field %10

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 25
Quizzes 2 % 25
Final examination 1 % 50
Total
4
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 1 14
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 33 1,5 49,5
Mid-terms 3 23 69
Final examination 1 20 20
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 5,08333333333333 152,5

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 To enable students to understand the working principles of different types of sensors.
2 To introduce the different use cases and applications of sensors.
3 To teach the criteria to consider when selecting and using sensors.
4 To ensure that sensors are used correctly and efficiently to solve engineering problems.
5 To provide students with up-to-date and practical knowledge about sensor technologies.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Definition and Purpose of Sensors Researching the definitions of sensor and transducer concepts and examining their importance in industrial measurement systems prior to the lecture. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
2 Definition and Purpose of Sensors Reviewing the fundamental differences between analog and digital sensors and the performance criteria considered when selecting sensors in engineering applications. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
3 Temperature Sensors Researching the operating principles of thermocouples, thermistors, and RTD (Resistance Temperature Detectors) commonly used in temperature measurement. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
4 Temperature Sensors Examining infrared sensor technologies that provide non-contact temperature measurement and sensor calibration processes prior to the lecture. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
5 Humidity Sensors Conducting conceptual research on the operating logic of capacitive and resistive humidity sensors and their industrial application areas. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
6 Vibration Sensors Researching the fundamental physical principles of accelerometers and piezoelectric sensors used in vibration and acceleration measurement. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
7 Vibration Sensors Conducting literature readings on the importance of vibration analysis in industrial systems and examining case studies where vibration sensors are utilized. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
8 Midterm exam Conducting a comprehensive review of the fundamental sensor concepts, temperature, humidity, and vibration sensors covered in the first seven weeks in preparation for the midterm exam. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
9 Position sensors Researching the basic structures of position sensors operating on potentiometric, optical, inductive, and capacitive principles prior to the lecture. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
10 Position sensors Examining position sensing methods in robotic systems and completing introductory readings on Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) technology. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
11 Proximity Sensors Researching the fundamental operating principles of capacitive, inductive, and ultrasonic proximity sensors used for object detection in industrial automation. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
12 Pressure Sensors Examining the operating mechanisms and industrial application areas of piezoresistive and capacitive-based sensors used in pressure measurement prior to the lecture. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
13 Level Sensors Researching the operating logic of ultrasonic, capacitive, and radar-based measurement techniques used in level detection of liquid and solid materials. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
14 Impact (Force) Sensors Examining the physical structures of piezoelectric force sensors and strain gauge elements, along with dynamic force measurement applications. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010
15 Final Exam Conducting a comprehensive review of all sensor types, transducer structures, and measurement principles covered throughout the semester in preparation for the final exam. Algılayıcılar ve Dönüştürücüler, Osman Gürdal Sensors and Actuators, D.A. Hall Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications, Jacob Fraden, Springer, 2010

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12 P13 P14 P15 P16
All 5 1 1 1 1 5 1 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 5 1
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant