COURSE DESCRIPTION EE 40. Introduction to Solid-State Sensors and Actuators. 9 units (3-0-6); third term. Prerequisites: Ph1 and APh/EE 9. This course provides an introduction to various sensors and actuators. The fundamental principles of the devices will be emphasized, together with their electrical implementation, such as biasing and signal processing circuits. Devices that will be discussed include diodes, transistors, optical sensors, CCDs, MOS/MOSFET, temperature sensors, magnetic sensors, thermoelectricity, piezoresistivity, piezoelectrics, etc. Instructor: Tai. Instructor: Prof. Yu-Chong Tai of Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering [email protected], Moore 11 Class Time: Mon and Wed, 1-2:30PM, Moore 070 Class Notes: Prepared by the instructor and available on-line within class period. Webpage: http://mems.caltech.edu/courses/courses.htm Grading: Homeworks (~6 assignments): 60% Midterm: 20% Final: 20% Homework policy: Students can discuss the approach to the problems together in a study group; however, each student should write the answers independently. All answers should have the approach and intermediate steps so partial credit can be given. Additional references: 1. R.S. Muller and T.I. Kamins, "Device Electronics for Integrated Circuits," newest version. 2. S.M. Sze, "Physics of Semiconductor Devices," newest version. 3. S.M. Sze, “Semiconductor Sensors,” newest edition, John Wiley & Sons. 4. L. Ristic, “Sensor Technology and Devices,” 1994, Artech House, Inc. 5. R. Seippel, “Transducers, Sensors and Detectors,” 1983, Reston Publishing Company. 6. “Microsensors,” Eddited by RS. Muller, R. Howe, etc. 1991 IEEE Press. 7. A.S. Grove, "Physics and Technology of Semiconductor Devices," John Wiley & Sons. 8. R.S. Muller and T.I. Kamins, "Device Electronics for Integrated Circuits," newest version. 9. H.F. Wolf, "Semiconductors," John Wiley & Sons Inc. 10. R.A. Smith, “Semiconductors,” newest version.General prerequisites: Fundamental physics, semiconductors and electronics. Principal devices covered: Optical sensors: photoconductors, diode, transistors, MOS/MOSFETS, CCD Temperature sensors: thermistor, diode, thermal couple (thermoelectricity) Magnetic sensors: Hall sensor, Flux-gate sensor, SQUID Mechanical sensors: strain gauge, pressure sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope Acoustic sensors: microphones, piezoelectric sensors Chemical sensor: gas sensors, pH-sensor Electrical actuators: electrostatics/magnetostatics Piezoelectric actuators: inch-worn Contribution of course to meeting the Professional component: Engineering Laboratory projects (if applicable): none Contribution of course to meeting Graduation requirement: This course is required for all EE majors to graduate. Program Objective ((a) – (k)): This course is to prepare students to have (a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering (c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability , and sustainability (e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems (i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning (0) a knowledge of contemporary issues (k) an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering