Be able to create sensors applicable to industrial Electronic Systems and become a leading specialist in the sector"

This Postgraduate Diploma in Instrumentation and Sensors in Electronic Systems at TECH offers specialized knowledge to IT professionals so that they can develop professionally in a field that requires a high qualification. Thus, the program is aimed at both recent graduates and computer scientists with extensive experience, but who wish to update their knowledge with the latest information.

Specifically, the program analyzes the different types of sensors and actuators found in industrial processes and specifies the types of control systems in order to understand the intervention of an actuating device depending on a physical or chemical variable to be measured. In addition, the course develops specialized knowledge on current applications of power electronics, specifically devices that allow variation of the waveform of the electrical signal, known as converters. These devices are present in sectors as varied as domestic, industrial, military and aerospace.

It also shows the communication networks that are necessary for the transfer of data between all the elements of an industrial production system. In this way, controllers can communicate with sensors and other instrumentation elements, as well as with management systems, databases and even with services deployed in the cloud. Fundamental elements for this type of tools.

In short, this is a 100% online Postgraduate Diploma that will allow students to distribute their study time, not being restricted by fixed schedules or having to move to another physical location, being able to access all the contents at any time of the day, balancing their work and personal life with their academic life.

A first class program, aimed at improving your professional skills” 

This Postgraduate diploma in Instrumentation and Sensors in Electronic Systems is the most complete and up-to-date academic program on the market. The most outstanding characteristics of this program are:

• Practical cases presented by experts in information technology
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional development
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Special focus on innovative methodologies in Instrumentation and Sensors in Electronic Systems
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Studying this Postgraduate diploma will provide you with the keys to specialize in instrumentation and sensors in electronic systems and become a successful professional” 

Its teaching staff includes professionals from the field of IT, who bring to this program the experience of their work, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive training experience designed to train for real-life situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the student must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

TECH provides you with a multitude of practical cases that will be fundamental to your learning"

The online format of this program will give you the opportunity to self-manage your study time"

This Postgraduate diploma in Instrumentation and Sensors in Electronic Systems at TECH has the most complete content on the current academic scene, which will give computer scientists the opportunity to generate specialized knowledge that will allow them to successfully navigate in this field. This is undoubtedly a very well-structured program that will help students to carry out a self-guided study of the most innovative concepts in the sector, which will be fundamental for their personal and professional growth. 

A unique program to learn the main sensors that can be used in electronic systems”

Module 1. Instrumentation and Sensors

1.1. Measurement 

1.1.1. Measurement and Control Characteristics 

1.1.1.1. Accuracy 
1.1.1.2. Reliability 
1.1.1.3. Repeatability  
1.1.1.4. Reproducability 
1.1.1.5. Derivatives 
1.1.1.6. Linearity 
1.1.1.7. Hysteresis 
1.1.1.8. Resolution 
1.1.1.9. Scope 
1.1.1.10. Errors 

1.1.2. Instrumentation Classification 

1.1.2.1. According to its Functionality 
1.1.2.2. According to the Control Variable 

1.2. Regulation 

1.2.1. Regulated Systems 

1.2.1.1. Open Loop Operation 
1.2.1.2. Closed Loop Operation 

1.2.2. Types of Industrial Processes 

1.2.2.1. Continuous Processes 
1.2.2.2. Discrete Processes 

1.3. Flow Sensors 

1.3.1. Flow Rate 
1.3.2. Units Used for Flow Measurement 
1.3.3. Types of Flow Sensors 

1.3.3.1. Flow Measurement by Volume 
1.3.3.2. Flow Measurement by Mass 

1.4. Pressure Sensors 

1.4.1. Pressure 
1.4.2. Units Used for Pressure Measurement 
1.4.3. Types of Pressure Sensors 

1.4.3.1. Pressure Measurement Through Mechanical Elements 
1.4.3.2. Pressure Measurement Through Electro-Mechanical Elements 
1.4.3.3. Pressure Measurement Through Electronic Elements 

1.5. Temperature Sensors 

1.5.1. Temperature 
1.5.2. Units Used for Temperature Measurement 
1.5.3. Types of Temperature Sensors 

1.5.3.1. Bimetallic Thermometer 
1.5.3.2. Glass Thermometer 
1.5.3.3. Resistance Thermometer 
1.5.3.4. Thermistors 
1.5.3.5. Thermocouples 
1.5.3.6. Radiation Pyrometers 

1.6. Level Sensors 

1.6.1. Level of Liquids and Solids 
1.6.2. Units Used for Temperature Measurement 
1.6.3. Types of Level Sensors 

1.6.3.1. Liquid Level Gauges 
1.6.3.2. Solids Level Gauges 

1.7. Sensors for Other Physical and Chemical Variables 

1.7.1. Sensors for Other Physical Variables 

1.7.1.1. Weight Sensors 
1.7.1.2. Velocity Sensors 
1.7.1.3. Density Sensors 
1.7.1.4. Humidity Sensors 
1.7.1.5. Flame Sensors 
1.7.1.6. Solar Radiation Sensors 

1.7.2. Sensors for Other Chemical Variables 

1.7.2.1. Conductivity Sensors 
1.7.2.2. pH Sensors 
1.7.2.3. Gas Concentration Sensors 

1.8. Actuators 

1.8.1. Actuators 
1.8.2. Motors 
1.8.3. Servo Valves 

1.9. Automatic Control 

1.9.1. Automatic Regulation 
1.9.2. Types of Regulators 

1.9.2.1. Two Step Controller 
1.9.2.2. Proportional Controller 
1.9.2.3. Differential Controller 
1.9.2.4. Proportional-Differential Controller 
1.9.2.5. Integral Controller 
1.9.2.6. Proportional-Integral Controller 
1.9.2.7. Proportional-Integral-Differential Controller 
1.9.2.8. Digital Electronic Controller 

1.10. Applications of Control in the Industry 

1.10.1. Selection Criteris for Control Systems 
1.10.2. Examples of Industrial Control Types 

1.10.2.1. Ovens 
1.10.2.2. Dryers 
1.10.2.3. Combustion Control 
1.10.2.4. Level Control 
1.10.2.5. Heat Exchangers 
1.10.2.6. Central Nuclear Reactor 

Module 2. Power Converters

2.1. Power Electronics 

2.1.1. Power Electronics 
2.1.2. Applications of Power Electronics 
2.1.3. Power Conversion Systems 

2.2. Converter 

2.2.1. Converters 
2.2.2. Types of Converters 
2.2.3. Characteristic Parameters 
2.2.4. Fourier Series 

2.3. AC/DC Conversion. Single-Phase Uncontrolled Rectifiers 

2.3.1. AC/DC Conversion 
2.3.2. Diode 
2.3.3. Uncontrolled Half Wave Rectifier 
2.3.4. Uncontrolled Full Wave Rectifier 

2.4. AC/DC Conversion. Single-Phase Controlled Rectifiers 

2.4.1. Thyristor 
2.4.2. Controlled Half Wave Rectifier 
2.4.3. Controlled Full Wave Rectifier 

2.5. Three-Phase Rectifiers 

2.5.1. Three-Phase Rectifiers 
2.5.2. Controlled Three-Phase Rectifiers 
2.5.3. Uncontrolled Three-Phase Rectifiers 

2.6. DC/AC Conversion. Single-Phase Inverters 

2.6.1. DC/AC Conversion 
2.6.2. Single-Phase Square Wave Controlled Inverters 
2.6.3. Single-Phase Inverters Using Sinusoidal PWM Modulation 

2.7. DC/AC Conversion. Three-Phase Inverters 

2.7.1. Three-Phase Inverters 
2.7.2. Three-Phase Square Wave Controlled Inverters 
2.7.3. Three-Phase Inverters Using Sinusoidal PWM Modulation 

2.8. DC/DC Conversion 

2.8.1. DC/DC Conversion 
2.8.2. Classification of DC/ DC Converters 
2.8.3. Control of DC/ DC Converters 
2.8.4. Reducing Converter 

2.9. DC/DC Conversion. Lifting Converter 

2.9.1. Lifting Converter 
2.9.2. Reducing-Lifting Converter 
2.9.3. Cúk Converter 

2.10. AC/AC Conversion 

2.10.1. AC/AC Conversion 
2.10.2. Classification of AC/ AC Converters 
2.10.3. Voltage Regulators 
2.10.4. Cycloconverters 

Module 3. Industrial Communications

3.1. Real Time Systems 

3.1.1. Classification 
3.1.2. Programming 
3.1.3. Planning 

3.2. Communication Networks 

3.2.1. Transmission of medium 
3.2.2. Basic Configurations 
3.2.3. CIM Pyramid 
3.2.4. Classification 
3.2.5. OSI Model 
3.2.6. TCP/IP Model 

3.3. Fieldbuses 

3.3.1. Classification 
3.3.2. Distributed, Centralized Systems 
3.3.3. Distributed Control Systems 

3.4. BUS. Thus 

3.4.1. Physical Level 
3.4.2. Link level 
3.4.3. Error Control 
3.4.4. Components 

3.5. CAN or CANopen 

3.5.1. Physical Level 
3.5.2. Link Level 
3.5.3. Error Control 
3.5.4. Devicenet 
3.5.5. Controlnet 

3.6. Profibus 

3.6.1. Physical Level 
3.6.2. Link level 
3.6.3. Application Level 
3.6.4. Communication Models 
3.6.5. System Operation 
3.6.6. Profinet 

3.7. Modbus 

3.7.1. Physical Environment 
3.7.2. Access to the Environment 
3.7.3. Transmission Series Modes 
3.7.4. Protocol 
3.7.5. Modbus TCP 

3.8. Industrial Ethernet 

3.8.1. Profinet 
3.8.2. Modbus TCP 
3.8.3. Ethernet/IP 
3.8.4. EtherCAT 

3.9. Wireless Communication 

3.9.1. Networks 802.11 (Wifi) 
3.9.3. Networks 802.15.1 (BlueTooth) 
3.9.3. Networks 802.15.4 (ZigBee) 
3.9.4. WirelessHART 
3.9.5. WiMAX 
3.9.6. Networks Based on Cell Phones 
3.9.7. Satellite Communications 

3.10. IoT in Industrial Environments 

3.10.1. The Internet of Things 
3.10.2. IoT Device Characteristics 
3.10.3. Application of IoT in Industrial Environments 
3.10.4. Security Requirements 
3.10.5. Communication Protocols: MQTT and CoAP 

An academic program that will be fundamental for your learning and professional development"