Sensor Systems (MCEN90032)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
AIMS
This subject deals with principles of sensing, sensor networking and multiple sensor data fusion. It provides an appreciation of challenges in designing and implementing wired and wireless sensor based solutions in a range of applications.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Topics covered include:
- Sensors (construction and characteristics)
- Filtering of sensor outputs (up to Kalman filtering options)
- Sensor networks (communication between sensors, how to arrange/coordinate large #s of sensors)
- Multisensor data fusion (SLAM, KF or equivalent)
- Case studies.
Intended learning outcomes
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILO)
On completion of this subject students should be able to:
- understand the principles and operation, networking and data processing of a range of sensor systems used in mechatronic systems.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should have the following skills:
- Critical thinking and critical judgement of assumptions adopted
- Abstract mathematical reasoning
- Interpretation and analysis of data
- Application of theory to practice
- Ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance
- Ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals
- Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution, and
- Be able to clearly communicate the process and outcomes of a technical investigation.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Enrolment in a PhD or Masters by Research (351AA or MR-PHILENG)
OR for coursework students -
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELEN90055 | Control Systems |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
And also one of the following -
MCEN90024
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCEN30014 | Mechanical Design | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90053 | Electronic System Design | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN30019 | Mechatronic Systems Design | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
- Continuous assessment throughout the semester of group and individual projects (10%), approximately 13-15 hours work.
- Assignments and laboratory reports (20 pages excluding computations, tables, graphs, and diagrams) - due in week 6 (10%) requiring 13-15 hours work, and week 12 (20%) requiring approximately 25-30 hours work.
- One 3 hour written examination at the end of semester (60%).
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Chris Manzie Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 48 hours of lectures, tutorials and workshops. Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 24 July 2017 to 22 October 2017 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2017 Census date 31 August 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2017 Assessment period ends 17 November 2017 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
200 hours
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Doctor of Philosophy - Engineering Course Master of Philosophy - Engineering Course Ph.D.- Engineering Specialisation (formal) Mechatronics Specialisation (formal) Mechanical with Business Informal specialisation Master of Engineering (Mechanical with Business) Specialisation (formal) Mechanical Informal specialisation Master of Engineering (Mechanical) Informal specialisation Master of Engineering (Mechatronics) - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
Last updated: 3 November 2022