Fundamentals of Temperature Measurement

In Fundamentals of Temperature Measurement , you'll learn ...

• An understanding of the history of temperature measurement
• An understanding of temperature sensor terminology
• Current methods of measuring temperature
• Conditions that can impact temperature sensor accuracy, repeatability, and reliability

Overview

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Credit: 2 CPD

Length: 19 pages

This course covers the early and current methods of measuring temperature. Included is a brief history of temperature measurement technology, various methods of temperature measurement currently in use, factors that can affect measurement accuracy and repeatability, and factors to consider when selecting a temperature sensing device for a particular application.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Summarize the history of temperature measurement.
• Define common temperature sensor terminology.
• Describe current methods for measuring temperature.
• Identify conditions that can affect temperature sensor accuracy, repeatability, and reliability.
• Explain temperature measurement methodology.
• Describe how a temperature resistance value is converted into an electrical output signal.
• Identify the factors to consider when selecting a temperature sensor and associated hardware.

Certificate of Completion

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a multiple-choice quiz consisting of 12 questions. CPD credits are not awarded until the course is completed and quiz is passed.