Data Acquisition, Measurement, and Control

Undergraduate

Computer based data acquisition and process control is used extensively in science and engineering. This course introduces students to the techniques required to use computers to read, store and analyze experimental data as well as controlling experiments in real time. Topics covered include a programming language, computer architecture, signal conditioning and processing, and a variety of interfacing techniques. A major component of the course is an extended project involving interfacing a computer to an experiment. A rudimentary knowledge of computer programming is recommended. (6h combined lecture and lab). Cross-coded as CHEM 4833. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 2203 or permission of the instructor. Antirequisite(s): Credit can be obtained for only one of PHYS 2213 or CHEM 4833.