Skagit Valley College

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 Course Title:   Sensor Systems and Application

 Title Abbreviation:   SENSOR SYSTEMS & APPLICA

 Department:    MANF

 Course #:    222

 Credits:    5

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    6.5

 CIP:    15.0613

 EPC:    607

 REV:    2021


 Course Description  

Introduction to devices and circuits used in industrial applications including basic digital logic as it applies to automation devices and equipment. Covers basic digital theory and measurement techniques used in computer controlled industrial systems to monitor flow, temperature, proximity, pressure, level, and toxic gas. Introduction to processors and programming used in common industrial applications. Provides practical hands-on experience with basic DC, AC, and electronic circuits.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisites: MANF 114 with a grade of C- or higher.

Additional Course Details

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 22

Lab: 66

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0


Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Vocational Preparatory Required for ATA degree  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Other Institution Equivalencies Table
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Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

  1. Interpret simple schematic diagrams.
  2. Analyze circuits consisting of basic electronic components.
  3. Identify sensors/transducers suitable for use in measurement of a given physical property.
  4. Identify analog and/or digital interface requirements for a given transducer to its host system.
  5. Interface transformers and motors to demonstrate filter and motor drive application.
  6. Program logic circuits and processors to perform basic system interface functions.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

  1. Series and parallel circuits.
  2. Semi-Conductor AC and DC analysis.
  3. Introduction to AC filter theory.
  4. Sensors/transducers suitable for use in measurement.
  5. Analog and/or digital interface requirements.
  6. Transformers and motors.
  7. Processors, logic circuits, and gates.