ME 610 – Data Acquisitions and Analysis

Department of Mechanical Engineering

University of Louisville
(Summer 2018)

Lectures and laboratory

The Data Acquisition and Analysis class will take place on every Monday, Wednesday and Friday of a
week between 1:00 pm and 2:15pm. The lectures will take place in Sackett Hall, room 208 and
laboratories will take place in Sackett Hall, room 108.

Instructor

Dr. Kunal Kate, Materials Research Engineer

Department of Mechanical Engineering,
University of Louisville
Email: [email protected]
Office: 214 Shumaker research building
Office hours: Scheduled by email

Description

Data acquisition has become more relevant in manufacturing with an increase in demand of fabricating
multi-functional equipment through various processes. Data acquisition is also becoming popular in the
‘Big Data’ sector for product development. Challenges in data acquisition include analysis, measurement,
sharing, storage, transfer, and visualization of generated data from various manufacturing processes or
developed products.

This course explains the engineering aspects and physical principles of data acquisition and analysis
useful for product development. The topics of this course are grouped in four modules:
1) Measurement errors, devices and sensors for data acquisition, 2) data acquisition using Labview virtual
instrument (VI), 3) data acquisition and analysis with laboratory cases studies for temperature, pressure,
strain and RPM measurement, and 4) presentations on current research in data acquisition and analysis.

Students taking this class will get hands on experience in acquiring data with Labview and laboratory
based case studies. Students will learn the basics of Labview programming environment, then how to
create more complex programs and structures and then ultimately create a complete data acquisition
system with the use of Labview programming, data acquisition hardware and test instruments.

Goals

The goal of this course consist of:

1. Prepare students to understand errors in data measurement and analyze them using various statistical
techniques
2. Expose students to device and sensor calibration and various technologies available for data acquisition
3. Train students in the use of Labview software to measure, transfer, store and analyze measurement data
4. Train students with in laboratory case studies for data acquisition for temperature, pressure, strain and
RPM measurement
5. Expose students to the knowledge of ongoing research in data acquisition and analysis for
manufacturing

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Class outcomes

1. Demonstrate proficient use of the Labview graphical user interface (GUI) and development
environment
2. Create SubVI’s and display analog and digital data using graphs and other indicators
3. Acquire, display, process and analyze data using simulated and actual data acquisition cards in
Labview
4. Identify and analyze good versus bad measurement data.
5. Ability to calibrate sensors and devices used for data acquisition and analyze data

Software

The Labview software (version 2017) is available for download through speedIT bundle.

Textbooks

Required: Robert H. Bishop, Learning with LabVIEW 2009, Prentice-Hall, 2010 or any recent editions.

Reference: Alan Morris and Reza Langari, Measurement and Instrumentation: Theory and Application,
Elsevier, 2012

Exams:
There will be 2 mid-term, one presentation and no final examinations administered during the semester.
Two tests will account for 40% of your grade and one class presentation will count for 10% of your grade.
Make-up exams will not be given routinely. Make-up exams will be given only for missed exams excused
in advance by the instructor (read Absence policy). Excused absences will generally not be given after
the absence has occurred, except under very unusual circumstances.

Assignments:
Several homework assignments will be completed during the course of the semester. Classroom
assignments will be given submission dates in class and will be due in class. Late submission: For every
day the assignment is late after due date, 25% of the maximum will be deducted from the assignment
score. No assignments will be accepted once they are 3 days late. Please email Prof. Kate to get access to
submit the assignment after due date is over.

Homework: You must work independently on all assignments.

Homework 20%
Test 40%
Lab Projects 20%
Presentation 15%
Class Participation 10%

Grading

All work must be your own*. Late work will be penalized 10% for each day it is late up to a maximum
penalty of 30%. Zero credit will be given for assignments not turned within two weeks of due date.
Exceptions may be made in case of personal emergencies or prior arrangement with me.

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The following grading scheme will be used:

100% - 97.0% A+ 76.9% - 73.0% C

96.0% - 93.0% A 72.9% - 70.0% C-
92.9% - 90.0% A- 69.9% - 67.0% D+
89.9% - 87.0% B+ 66.9% - 63.0% D
86.9% - 83.0% B 62.9% - 60.0% D-
82.9% - 80.0% B- F for less than 60%
79.9% - 77.0% C+

*http://louisville.edu/graduatecatalog/academic-policies-procedures-and-requirements

Course Policy:

E-mail communications:
1) Check the syllabus and announcements for an answer prior to writing
2) Write from your Louisville.edu account
3) Write ME 610 and section number in the subject line followed by the topic for the question
4) Start with a salutation (Dear Prof. Kate).
5) Keep messages short, courteous, professional and to the point
6) Sign your complete name
7) Follow up with me after class, in person, if you need to
8) E-mailed submissions of any course deliverables will not be accepted

Absence:
If absence from an examination is anticipated, advance permission from the instructor is required so that
suitable arrangements can be made. Requests to miss examinations must be submitted along with a valid
excuse for your absence using the memorandum format for the grade appeal process discussed below.
The request must be addressed to Professor Kunal H. Kate and delivered to 247 Shumaker Research
Building at least three (3) class days before the absence. If absence from an examination is unanticipated,
a memorandum must be submitted to Professor Kunal H. Kate via 247 Shumaker Research Building
before the next class period after the missed examination. Excused absences will generally not be given
after the absence has occurred, except under very unusual circumstances.

Academic Integrity:
Students are expected to comply with all regulations pertaining to academic honesty, defined as: An
intentional act of deception in which a student seeks to claim credit for the work or effort of another
person or uses unauthorized materials or fabricated information in any academic work. For further
information, contact the Dean of Students Office, W301 Student Activities Center, University of
Louisville (502)852-5787. or visit
(http://louisville.edu/dos/students/studentrightsandresponsibilities and
http://louisville.edu/dos/students/codeofconduct)

Grade Appeals:
Appeal of grading of assignments or examinations must be done neatly in writing on an 8½ x 11 inch
white paper with the heading as follows:
From: (Name, Student ID #)
To: Professor Kunal H. Kate
Date: (date)
Subject: (Example: Midterm grading)

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This heading should be followed by a description of the appeal, including problem or question number if
appropriate, in a concise business-like memorandum format. All requests for re-grading must be made
by the next class period after the material is returned. After that period of time, grades will be fixed
and will not be changed.

Students with Disabilities:

The University of Louisville is committed to providing access to programs and services for qualified
students with disabilities. Students with disabilities, who need reasonable modifications to successfully
complete assignments and otherwise satisfy course criteria, are encouraged to meet with the instructor as
early in the course as possible to identify and plan specific accommodations. If you are a student with a
disability and believe you require accommodation to participate in and complete requirements for this
class, contact the Disability Resource Center (119 Stevenson Hall, (502) 852-6938) for verification of
eligibility and determination of specific accommodations. Students may be asked to supply a letter from
the Disability Resource Center or other documentation, which will assist in modification planning.

Title IX/Clery Act Notification:

Sexual misconduct (including sexual harassment, sexual assault, and any other nonconsensual behavior of
a sexual nature) and sex discrimination violate University policies. Students experiencing such behavior
may obtain confidential supportfrom the PEACC Program (852-2663), Counseling Center (852-6585),
and Campus Health Services (852-6479). To report sexual misconduct or sex discrimination, contact the
Dean of Students (852-5787) or University of Louisville Police (852-6111).
Disclosure to University faculty or instructors of sexual misconduct, domestic violence, dating
violence, or sex discrimination occurring on campus, in a University-sponsored program, or involving a
campus visitor or University student or employee (whether current or former) is not confidential under
Title IX. Faculty and instructors must forward such reports, including names and circumstances, to the
University’s Title IX officer.
For more information, see the Sexual Misconduct Resource Guide
(http://louisville.edu/hr/employeerelations/sexual-misconduct-brochure).

Course Content:
The delivery of this course will be supported by Blackboard. The course site will provide access to the
syllabus, lectures, laboratories, handouts and assignments for the course. The website can be accessed by
going to https://blackboard.louisville.edu/ and clicking "login"