Set of Diploma Courses II: Microsensors Field of study: Physics
Programme code: W4-S2FZA22.2025

Module name: Set of Diploma Courses II: Microsensors
Module code: W4-FZ-NM-S2-3-22-25
Programme code: W4-S2FZA22.2025
Semester: winter semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
Modern microelectronic technologies have enabled the production of many types electronic sensors using the specific properties of materials semiconductor devices most often exposed in MOS (Metal Oxide Semiconductor). These sensors are not similar to known solutions due to their occurrence in them physical phenomena typical of microelectronic structures. This lecture aims to discuss the basic groups of modern sensors microelectronics after a brief reference to known classical solutions in the each group. Because full understanding of the operation and application of micro sensors requires understanding of technological processes and knowledge in the field of digital buses coupling and special programming languages this lecture will begin the discussion microelectronic technology, and will complete the separation of electronic digital circuits and programming microcontrollers. Laboratory exercises: 1. Construction of a microprocessor based control system for operating sensors. 2. Programming of AT MEGA series systems in BASCOM language 3. Use of the completed system for measuring temperature using integrated sensors. 4. Pressure measurement with a semiconductor sensor KPY32 (Siemens). 5. Stress measurement with a semiconductor strain gauge in a LabView environment. Obligatory exam
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
has a good understanding of the civilization significance of physics and its applications as well as its historical development and role in the progress of science [E1]
 KF_W01 [3/5]
knows and understands the description of physical phenomena within the framework of selected theoretical models; is able to independently recreate the basic physical laws [E2]
 KF_W05 [4/5]
knows the structure and principle of operation of scientific equipment [E3]
 KF_W08 [5/5]
on the basis of the acquired knowledge, knows how to explain the operation of research equipment [E4]
 KF_U04 [5/5]
is able to choose the appropriate measurement method for a specific problem in the expected effect [E5]
 KF_U06 [5/5]
has the in-depth ability to prepare and present an oral presentation on physics or interdisciplinary issues, in Polish and English, using modern multimedia techniques [E6]
 KF_U16 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [FZ1] 10 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01]  exam E1 E2 E6
laboratory classes [FZ2] 20 Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  course work E3 E4 E5
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
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