| Course Objectives: |
Knowledge about basic principles of measurement, developing skills in team studies, learning principles of operation, calibration techniques and application guidelines for basic measurement equipment, learning measurement system design and their application, learning to use various measurement techniques. |
| Course Content: |
Introduction to Measurement Techniques and Definitions, Metrology and Calibration, Introduce to Turkish Standards Related with Measurement Techniques; Other Foreign Standards, Norms and Rules. Analyzing Experimental Results, Measuring of Dimension, Angle and Area/ Measuring of Pressure, Measuring of Temperature, Measuring of Flow Rate, Measuring of Level, Measuring of Thermo physical Characteristics, Measuring of Force, Moment and Power of Shaft, Sensors and Basic Physical Characteristics of Sensors, Electrical Measurements in Mechanical Engineering. |
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Related Preparation |
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General Metrology, Integration into the International Measurement System, Accreditation and Traceability of Measurements |
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Accuracy, error, repeatability, precision, etc. in measurement. general terms and definitions |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Pressure measuring devices, working principles, pressure calibration methods. |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Evaluation of calibration data, uncertainty calculations (on sample calibration data) |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Analysis of experimental data, display of results on histogram curve. |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Error analysis, rational approach, uncertainty analysis. |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Dimensional measuring devices, calipers and micrometers. |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Midterm exam |
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| 9) |
Flow measurement devices, flowmeters. |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Force and mass measuring devices |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Electrical Measurements |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Electrical Measurements |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Strain gauges and calculation of strain values |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Strain gauges and calculation of strain values |
Related chapter in the reference book |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: |
Experimental Methods for Engineers, J. P. Holman, Fifth Ed., McGraw-Hill, 1989.
E. O. Doebelin, “Measurement Systems: Application and Design”, Fourth Ed., McGraw-Hill, 1990
T. G. Beckwith, R. D. Marangoni, and J. H. Lienhard, “Mechanical Measurements” 5th ed. (Addison-Wesley, 1993).
R. S. Figliola, D. E. Beasley, “Theory and Design for Mechanical Measurements” 2nd Ed., John Wiley & Sons, 1995. |
| References: |
Experimental Methods for Engineers, J. P. Holman, Fifth Ed., McGraw-Hill, 1989.
E. O. Doebelin, “Measurement Systems: Application and Design”, Fourth Ed., McGraw-Hill, 1990
T. G. Beckwith, R. D. Marangoni, and J. H. Lienhard, “Mechanical Measurements” 5th ed. (Addison-Wesley, 1993).
R. S. Figliola, D. E. Beasley, “Theory and Design for Mechanical Measurements” 2nd Ed., John Wiley & Sons, 1995. |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems. |
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Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose. |
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Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. |
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Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively. |
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Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyse and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions. |
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Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. |
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Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions. |
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Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself. |
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Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility; knowledge on standards used in engineering practice. |
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Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development. |
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Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions |
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