Students work to fabricate a sensor. Current sensor projects include a surface acoustic wave biosensor, a giant magnetoresistance tunneling sensor, an infrared pyroelectric sensor, and an ultra violet optical sensor. A library of standard analog cells is currently being developed to speed up the design process. We have developed a two semester course sequence on smart sensors and integrated devices that builds on our current research thrust areas. This course sequence covers general sensor physics and technology as well as new and novel state of the art sensor design.
Students work on a design project to fabricate and test an actual sensor device.
Design strategies are covered for VLSI implementation and hybridization of a fabricated sensor with associated electronic control and communications circuitry. The goal of the course sequence is to use our research and facilities in smart sensor development to give students a comprehensive background in the art and science of sensor and device technology, design, fabrication and integration. R.M. White, 'EEE Trans.