Laboratory of Space Instrumentation
A.Y. 2025/2026
Learning objectives
Learn about properties of practical superconductors measuring techniques.
Design and assembly of experimental apparata.
Design, assembly and programming data acquisition systems.
Integration of hardware and software.
Design and assembly of experimental apparata.
Design, assembly and programming data acquisition systems.
Integration of hardware and software.
Expected learning outcomes
The student is getting these expertise within the course:
1 practical superconductors measuring techniques;
2 design and assembly of experimental apparata (guided by an expert);
3 design, assembly and programming data acquisition systems (guided by an expert);
4 integration of hardware and software (guided by an expert);
5 ability to collaborate in a team;
6 working safely in a cryogenic laboratory
1 practical superconductors measuring techniques;
2 design and assembly of experimental apparata (guided by an expert);
3 design, assembly and programming data acquisition systems (guided by an expert);
4 integration of hardware and software (guided by an expert);
5 ability to collaborate in a team;
6 working safely in a cryogenic laboratory
Lesson period: First semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course can be attended as a single course.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
Course syllabus
Program
Introduction to applied superconductivity, vacuum, and cryogenics
Fundamentals of measurement techniques for properties of superconducting wires or tapes
Design and construction of experimental setups for measuring properties of superconducting tapes or wires
Design and development of data acquisition systems
Prerequisites
Electromagnetism - Computer science and signal processing
Teaching Methods
Lectures and laboratory activities. Attendance is strongly recommended.
Reference Material
Datasheets and manuals available in the laboratory
Assessment Methods and Evaluation Criteria
The exam consists of an oral interview during which students are required to present and discuss the activities carried out. Students must demonstrate the ability to qualitatively and quantitatively evaluate the topics presented. The typical duration is 45 minutes.
Introduction to applied superconductivity, vacuum, and cryogenics
Fundamentals of measurement techniques for properties of superconducting wires or tapes
Design and construction of experimental setups for measuring properties of superconducting tapes or wires
Design and development of data acquisition systems
Prerequisites
Electromagnetism - Computer science and signal processing
Teaching Methods
Lectures and laboratory activities. Attendance is strongly recommended.
Reference Material
Datasheets and manuals available in the laboratory
Assessment Methods and Evaluation Criteria
The exam consists of an oral interview during which students are required to present and discuss the activities carried out. Students must demonstrate the ability to qualitatively and quantitatively evaluate the topics presented. The typical duration is 45 minutes.
Prerequisites for admission
No prior knowledge is required. Basic understanding of electromagnetism, computer science, and signal processing is helpful.
Teaching methods
Lectures and laboratory activities. Attendance is strongly recommended.
Teaching Resources
No textbooks are required. Reference materials will be available in the laboratory.
Assessment methods and Criteria
The exam consists of an oral interview during which students are required to present and discuss the activities carried out. Students must demonstrate the ability to qualitatively and quantitatively evaluate the topics presented. The typical duration is 45 minutes.
FIS/03 - PHYSICS OF MATTER - University credits: 6
Laboratories: 48 hours
Lessons: 14 hours
Lessons: 14 hours
Professor:
Statera Marco
Professor(s)