Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
LO1 |
Identify sources and types of measurement errors. |
LO2 |
Differentiate between accuracy, precision and resolution in measurement systems. |
LO3 |
Describe the uses of temperature, proximity and strain transducers and bridge type signal conditioning systems. |
LO4 |
Explain the principles of 'GO' and 'NO GO' gauges, limits and fits and gauge blocks. |
LO5 |
Calibrate a basic measuring instrument ( Micrometer to BS 870). |
LO6 |
Explain the principles of angular measurement. |
LO7 |
Describe the principles of surface metrology and calculate surface roughness by various methods. |
LO8 |
Use and describe operation of a Laser micrometer, Optical Profile Projector and CMM. |
TU Dublin – Tallaght Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Recommended Book Resources |
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- Francis T. Farago, Mark A. Curtis 2013, Handbook of Dimensional Measurement, 5th Ed. Ed., Industrial Press Inc. [ISBN: 9780831134655]
- John Gayler and Charles Shotbolt 1990, Metrology for Engineers, 5th Ed. Ed., Cassell
- Peter Elgar 1998, Sensors for Measurement and Control, Longman Essex, England [ISBN: 9780582357006]
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This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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Other Resources |
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- Online Moodle Resource: Measurement Systems Course Notes
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