Course detail
FEKT-NREMAcad. year: 2019/2020
Basic measurement error definition, statistical data evaluation. Measurement automation, principals of basic programs. Precise measurements, parameters stability. Measurement devices for high frequency range. Network and impedance analyzers.
Supervisor
Department
Learning outcomes of the course unit
The graduate is able (1) to use basic measurement methods, he or she is able to (2) analyse measured data and he or she is able to design modern automation measurement system. He or she is able to realize the controlling program in Agilent VEE (4), Matlab (5) and LabView (6).
Prerequisites
The subject knowledge on the Bachelor’s degree level is requested.
Co-requisites
Not applicable.
Recommended optional programme components
Not applicable.
Recommended or required reading
Hiebel, M., Fundamentals of Vector Network Analysis. Rohde&Schwarz GmbH & Co.KG, 2005. 419 stran. ISBN: 978-3-939837-06-0. (EN)
Pieper, J. M., Automatic Measurement Control (A tutorial on SCPI and IEEE 488.2). Rohde&Schwarz GmbH & Co.KG, 2007, 295 stran. ISBN: 978-3-939837-02-2. (EN)
Rauscher C., Fundamentals of Spectrum Analysis. Rohde&Schwarz GmbH & Co.KG, Mnichov 2007, ISBN 978-3-939837. (EN)
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Teaching methods include lectures and practical laboratories.
Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes
Tests written during semester and laboratory exercises (30 points), final exam (70 points).
Language of instruction
Czech, English
Work placements
Not applicable.
Course curriculum
1. Measurement error definition, error quantification. Correct measurement rules.
2. Automation measurements.
3. Introduction to LabVIEW environment.
4. Basic oscilloscope measurements.
5. Frequency measurements.
6. Spectrum analysers.
7. Scalar network analysers.
8. vector network analysers.
9. Impedance analysers.
10. PC digital cards.
11. Signal generators.
Aims
Presenting principles of basic measurement methods for high frequency range. Presenting automation techniques, programs. Automation measurement setup.
Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences
The content and forms of instruction in the evaluated course are specified by a regulation issued by the lecturer responsible for the course and updated for every academic year.