Sensor Systems (MCEN90032)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Overview

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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

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 -

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
No longer available
MCEN30014 Mechanical Design
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (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 coordinatorChris Manzie
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hours48 hours of lectures, tutorials and workshops.
    Total time commitment200 hours
    Teaching period29 July 2019 to 27 October 2019
    Last self-enrol date 9 August 2019
    Census date31 August 2019
    Last date to withdraw without fail27 September 2019
    Assessment period ends22 November 2019

    Semester 2 contact information

    manziec@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

200 hours

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Further information

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  • Related Handbook entries

    This subject contributes to the following:

    TypeName
    CoursePh.D.- Engineering
    CourseMaster of Philosophy - Engineering
    CourseDoctor of Philosophy - Engineering
    Specialisation (formal)Mechanical
    Specialisation (formal)Mechanical with Business
    Specialisation (formal)Mechatronics
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    About the Community Access Program (CAP)

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    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

  • Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students

    This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.

Last updated: 3 November 2022