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752-3023-00L 3 Credits MSC D-HEST
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Process Measurements and Automation

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Erich J. Windhab
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:02:11

Abstract

Overview on Process Automation, Information Management in processes, process data handling and analysis, In-line measurements of complex food systems, Process control schemes, Overview of sensors and sensor principles, integrated process control case studies

Objective

Understanding the interplay of in-line measurements of complex food properties in processes, process data handling and data analysis as well as building blocks for process control.

Content

Overview Process Automation, Process Control and process data management, Industrial design of automated/controlled processes, overview on sensors/sensor principles, case studies of in-line measurements and control in/of food production processes

Resources

Lecture Notes

Printed script (120 pages, 80 figures), diverse publications

Literature

List of publications and books given in course

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Process Measurements and Automation
  • Thu 08:15-10:00 (CLA E 4)
  • 11.11 Date 10:15-12:00 (HG E 33.5)
  • 24.11 Date 08:15-10:00 (CLA E 4)
  • 25.11 Date 10:15-12:00 (HG E 33.5)
  • 02.12 Date 10:15-12:00 (LFW B 2)
  • 16.12 Date 10:15-12:00 (HG E 23)
2 h weekly

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