ELEC 233Instrumentation I

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Introduces the field of instrumentation and covers process variables and the various instruments used to sense, measure, transmit, and control these variables. Also introduces control loops and the elements that are found in different types of loops, such as controllers, regulators, and final control elements. Concludes with a study of instrumentation drawings, diagrams, and troubleshooting instrumentation. Prerequisite: C or better or concurrent enrollment in ELEC 231 or C or better in PRCS 131. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)