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ELEC260: Sensors and Actuators

This unit covers the underlying principles and limitations of common types of sensor and transducer (electrical, optical, mechanical, etc) and commonly used actuators (e.g., small motors). Electrical circuits for sensing and actuator systems are described, and the limitations and advantages of different approaches highlighted.

Credit Points: 3
Contact Hours: 6
When Offered:

TBD - To be determined

Staff Contact(s): Electronic Engineering staff
Prerequisites:

ELEC270(P) or ELEC290(P)

Corequisites:

NCCW(s):
Unit Designation(s):

Science

Engineering

Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Department of Electronic Engineering

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