Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Department of Mechanical Engineering

ENGINEERING MEASUREMENT AND LAB

(Date of document: 7th September 2020)

Course Code : MESB 333

Course Status : Core
Level : Degree
Semester Taught : 5
Credit : 3
Pre-requisites : MATB143 Differential Equation
EEEB113 Circuit Analysis
MEMB243 Mechanics of Materials
MEHB223 Mechanics of Fluids 1

Co-requisite : None
Assessments : Mid-term Test 10%
Lab. Formal Report 10%
Lab. Short Report 6%
Lab. Instructor Evaluation 6%
Group Project = Final Project Report + Prototype 18%
Quizzes 10%
Final Examination 40%

Attendance
Attendance to the lectures and lab sessions are compulsory. Students who are absent for 3
consecutive times will still be issued with a warning letter.

Lecturers : Mohd Firdaus Bin Jaafar, Encik

Room BN-3-033, ext. 6367
E-mail: [email protected]

Lab Technician : Raja Khairul Jazam. B. Raja A. Rashid

Tel: 03- 8921 2020 ext. 6324

Course Description : The course covers the theoretical and experimental exercises in
basic engineering measurement techniques.

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Course Objectives : At the end of the course the students should be able to:
1. Understand the fundamental background in the theory of
engineering measurements and acquire the concept of error,
precision, and uncertainty in data analysis.
2. Apply data analysis knowledge for various measuring
devices.
3. Familiarize with the operating principles of different types of
instruments used in engineering measurements and identify
suitable devices needed for particular application.
4. Develop the skill to work independently as well as in team
by conducting different lab experiments, individual
assessment and group project.

Transferrable Skills : This course provides the basis of conducting experiments and
measurement procedure. The basic electronic devices and their
application in the measurement of temperature, flow, pressure,
force torque, strain, motion and vibration will be covered. Lab
and group project will be assigned to have practical experience
in different types of measurement, error in measurement and
source of error, design, prototype fabrication and engineering
report writing.

Course Outcomes (CO)

- What students to achieve and to be assessed upon completing this course

No. Upon completion of this course, the student should be to:

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CO1 Describe the concept of error, precision, and uncertainty in data analysis. (PO1a)

CO2 Apply data analysis knowledge for various measuring devices (PO1b)

Describe the operating principles of different types of instruments use in engineering

CO3
measurement and identify suitable devices need for particular application. (PO2a)

CO4 Evaluate and solve the complex problem related to the response of a system. (PO2b)

Demonstrate experiments and analyse data obtained from various measuring devices.
CO5
(PO8)
Communicate effectively the theories learnt in measurement class into the real application
CO6
in terms of report writing or/and designing prototype. (PO9b)
Construct prototype to execute the complex dynamic response behaviour of measurement.
CO7
(PO5b)

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Course Outline :

Topic 1: Introduction
• Typical Application of Instrument System
• Standards and Calibration
Topic 2: Static Performance Characteristic of Instruments
• Errors and Uncertainties in performance Parameter
• Propagation of Uncertainties in Compound Quantities
• Static Performance Parameter
Topic 3: Dynamic Characteristics of Instruments
• Dynamic Response
Topic 4: Transducer Elements
• Analog Transduces
• Digital Transducer
Topic 5: Intermediate Elements
• Amplifiers
• Filters
• A-D and D-A Converters
• Data Transmission Elements
Topic 6: Indicating, Recording and Display Elements
• Digital Voltmeter
• Cathode Ray Oscilloscopes
• Digital Recorder of Memory Type
• Data Acquisition Systems
• Data Display and Storage
Topic 7: Motion and Vibration Measurements
• Relative Motion or Vibration Measuring Devices
• Absolute Motion or Vibration Devices
Topic 8: Dimensional Metrology
• Linear Mechanical and Electromechanical Dimensional Gauging Devices
• Pneumatic and Hydraulic Dimensional Gauging Devices
• Optical Dimensioning Gauging

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• Surface Roughness Measurement

Topic 9: Force Measurement
• Balance
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic Load Cell
• Elastic Force Devices
Topic 10: Torque and Power Measurements
• Transmission Dynamometer
• Driving and Absorption Type Dynamometer
Topic 11: Pressure Measurement
• Moderate Pressure Measurement
• High and Low (Vacuum) pressure Measurement
Topic 12: Temperature Measurement
• Temperature Scales
• Non Electrical, Electrical and Radiation Temperature Measurements
Topic 13: Flow Measurement
• Primary or Quantity Meters
• Positive-Displacement Meters
• Secondary or Rate meters
Topic 14: Acoustic Measurement
• Characteristic of Sound
• Sound Pressure, Power and Intensity Levels
Topic 15: Basic Statistical Concepts
• Types of Measured Quantities
• Central Tendency of Data
• Best Estimate of True Value of Data
• Measure of Dispersion
• Standard Deviation of the Sample Means

Topic 16: Normal Distribution

• Properties of Gaussian Distribution
• Area under the Normal Distribution Curve

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• Standardized Normal Distribution

• Confidence Level
• Central Limit Theorem
• Significance Test

Main Reference
B C Nakra, K K Chaudhry, Instrumentation Measurement and Analysis, 3rd Edition, 2010

Additional Reference(s)
1. Holman, J. P., Experimental Methods for Engineers, 7th Ed, McGraw Hill, 2001
2. Wheeler, A.J., and A. R. Ganji., Introduction to Engineering Experimentation, Prentice Hall,
New Jersey, 2000
3. Richard S. Figliola and Donal E. Beasley, Theory and Design for Mechanical Measurements,
Third Edition, Wiley
4. Ernest O. Doebelin, Measurements System, Application and Design, Fifth Edition, McGraw
Hill

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Course Outcomes
MQF MQF MQF MQF
MQF1 MQF6 MQF6 MQF4 MQF5 MQF5 MQF7 MQF8
1 3(a) 4 3
Course Outcomes
PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO11 PO12
a b c a b a b c a b c a b a b a b c a b
CO1: Describe the concept of error,
precision, and uncertainty in data 
analysis.

CO2: Apply data analysis knowledge


for various measuring devices

CO3: Describe the operating

principles of different types of
instruments use in engineering

measurement and identify suitable
devices need for particular
application.

CO4: Evaluate and solve the

complex problem related to the 
response of a system.

CO5: Demonstrate experiments and

analyse data obtained from various 
measuring devices.

CO6: Communicate effectively the

theories learnt in measurement class
into the real application in terms of 
report writing or/and designing
prototype.

CO7: Construct prototype to

execute the complex dynamic 
response behaviour of measurement.

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Assessment-Course Outcomes Matrix:

MQF1 MQF1 MQF1 MQF1 MQF4 MQF5 MQF3(a)
PO2(a
PO1(a) PO1(b) PO2(b) PO8 PO9(b) PO5(b)
)
Assessments CO1 CO2 CO3 CO4 CO5 CO6 CO7
Mid-term Test (10%)  
Lab. Formal Report (10%)  
Lab. Short Report (6 %)  
Lab. Instructor Evaluation (6 %) 
Group project =Final Project Report + Prototype (18%)   
Quizzes (10%)   
Final Exam (40%)    

PO & MQF LOD Emphasis:

MQF MQF MQF MQF MQF3(a MQF MQF MQF MQF
Current MQF5 MQF7 MQF8
1 1 6 6 ) 4 3 4 5 Total
Coverag
PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO11 PO12
e (%)
36.5 36.0 0.0 0.0 4.5 0.0 0.0 6.0 17.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 100

Bloom's Coverage (percentage) :

Cognitive
  Psychomotor Affective Total
Low Med Hi
Current Coverage (%) 13.5 39.0 20.0 21.5 6.0 100

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What is Program Educational Objectives (PEO)?

PEO are objectives that UNITEN graduates should achieve after five (5) years of graduation.

What are Programme Outcomes (PO)?

PO are the expected traits that UNITEN students should have upon graduation.

Summary of BCCE/BCE/BEEE/BEPE/BME Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)

Program Educational Objectives

PEO
No. UNITEN produces Civil/Computer & Communication/Electrical & Electronics/Electrical
Power/Mechanical engineering graduates who:
PEO1 Practicing engineers in civil/computer and communication/electrical/mechanical engineering with the
ability to venture into energy related business.
PEO2 Hold leadership responsibilities and/or establish their own enterprises.
PEO3 Have professional qualifications/certifications in civil/computer and communication/electrical/mechanical
engineering related areas.
PEO4 Engages in activities to enhance knowledge in their professional works.

BEEE/BEPE/BCCE Programme Outcomes (PO)

Program Outcomes
PO Students graduating from the Bachelor of Civil Engineering (BCE) / Bachelor of Computer & Communication
No. Engineering (BCCE) / Bachelor of Electrical & Electronics Engineering (BEEE) / Bachelor of Electrical Power
Engineering (BEPE) / Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (BME) programmes will have the ability to:
PO Statements Sub-attributes
a) Comprehend the fundamental knowledge of mathematics, science and
civil/computer and communication/electrical/mechanical engineering
Apply fundamental knowledge of
(C1,C2)
mathematics, science and civil/computer
b) Apply fundamental knowledge of mathematics, science and
and
civil/computer and communication/electrical/mechanical engineering
PO1 communication/electrical/mechanical
principles in solving engineering problems (C3, C4)
engineering principles in solving complex
c) Solve complex engineering problems by relating/incorporating
problems
fundamental knowledge of mathematics, science and civil/computer
WA1 (WK1-WK4) [MQF1]
and communication/electrical/mechanical engineering principles
(C5,C6)
Identify, formulate, analyse and solve
a) Identify, formulate and solve civil/computer and
complex civil/computer and
communication/electrical/mechanical engineering problems (C3, C4)
PO2 communication/electrical/mechanical
b) Evaluate and synthesize the solution to complex civil/computer and
engineering problems
communication/electrical/mechanical engineering problems (C5,C6)
WA2 (WK1-WK4) [MQF2]
a) Illustrate solutions for civil/computer and
communication/electrical/mechanical engineering problems with
Design solutions for complex
appropriate consideration for public health and safety (C3, C4)
civil/computer and
b) Illustrate solutions for civil/computer and
communication/electrical/mechanical
communication/electrical/mechanical engineering problems with
engineering problems that meet specific
PO3 appropriate consideration for culture, society, and environment (C3,
needs with appropriate consideration for
C4)
public health and safety, culture, society,
c) Propose solutions for complex civil/computer and
and environment
communication/electrical/mechanical engineering problems that meet
WA3 (WK5) [MQF2]
specific needs with appropriate consideration for public health and
safety, culture, society, and environment (C5,C6)

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Program Outcomes
PO Students graduating from the Bachelor of Civil Engineering (BCE) / Bachelor of Computer & Communication
No. Engineering (BCCE) / Bachelor of Electrical & Electronics Engineering (BEEE) / Bachelor of Electrical Power
Engineering (BEPE) / Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (BME) programmes will have the ability to:
PO Statements Sub-attributes
Conduct investigations, interpret data
and provide conclusions in investigating a) Use research methods for collecting data (C1, C2)
complex problems related to b) Analyse and interpret data using engineering principles and
PO4 civil/computer and appropriate techniques (C3,C4)
communication/electrical/mechanical c) Design & evaluate solutions to complex engineering problems by
engineering employing research methods and data interpretation skills (C5,C6)
WA4 (WK8) [MQF3c]
Create appropriate techniques, select
a) Usage of modern tools to execute civil/computer and
resources, and apply modern engineering
communication/electrical/mechanical engineering activities (P1,P2)
PO5 tools to execute complex engineering
b) Manipulation of modern tool to execute complex engineering
activities
activities (P3,P4)
WA5 (WK6) [MQF3a]
Apply reasoning in assessing societal, a) Apply reasoning in assessing societal, legal and cultural issues
health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional
and the consequent responsibilities engineering practice (C3, C4)
PO6
relevant to professional engineering b) Apply reasoning in assessing health and safety issues and the
practice consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering
WA6 (WK7) [MQF5] practice (C3, C4)
Demonstrate knowledge of the impact of
professional engineering solutions in
PO7 environmental contexts and the need for No sub-attribute (C2,C3)
sustainable development
WA7 (WK7) [MQF5]
Demonstrate commitment to
PO8 professional and ethical principles No sub-attribute (A3)
WA8 (WK7) [MQF5]
Communicate effectively on complex a) Communicate effectively by means of oral presentation (P3)
engineering activities b) Communicate effectively by means of report writing (P3)
PO9
WA10 [MQF3b] c) Communicate effectively by means of oral presentation and/or
report writing on complex engineering activities (P3)
Function effectively as an individual and
in a group with the capacity to be a
PO10 No sub-attribute (A4)
leader
WA9 [MQF3d]
Acknowledge the need for, and be able to
PO11 engage in life-long learning No sub-attribute (C2)
WA12 [MQF4]
Demonstrate knowledge on project
management principles and a) Demonstrate knowledge on project management principles (C2,C3)
PO12
entrepreneurship skills b) Demonstrate knowledge on entrepreneurship skills (C2,C3)
WA11 [MQF4]

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Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF) 2nd Edition

The Malaysia Education Blueprint 2015-2025 (Higher Education) or the MEB (HE) (Ministry of Higher
Education, 2015) is formulated based on the vision and aspiration of the 11 th Malaysia Development Plan
(2015 – 2020).
In 2017, a revision to the current Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF) by the Malaysian
Qualifications Agency (MQA) was done in response to the call by Malaysians to make the framework more
responsive to better, higher quality and relevant post-secondary education. The MQF 2 nd Edition remains
as an overarching framework for all qualifications from diverse sectors which is based on, and maintains,
the structure of the previous framework.
With the 11th Malaysian Development Plans (2015-2020), the scope of MQF refers to qualifications types
from two sectors, i.e., academic and Technical and Vocation Education and Training (TVET) sectors. The
Framework, a single and unifying framework of all qualifications in Malaysia, describes the levels of
learning, generic learning outcomes, level descriptors, credits and single qualification title for each level
to be applied in both academic and TVET type qualifications.

Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF) 2nd Edition

Cluster of Learning Outcome

Cluster Descriptor for Level 6: Bachelor

MQF1 Describe advanced and comprehensive, theoretical and technical knowledge and demonstrate
Knowledge and relevant skills in a specialized field, or of a multidisciplinary nature related to the field of study, work
Understanding and/or practice.
MQF2 Demonstrate intellectual independence in the application of knowledge within specific field(s) by
Cognitive Skills applying critical, analytical and evaluation skills in the field of study/ work/ practice.
Manage, resolve complex applications and handle unpredictable issues with creative and innovative
solution(s).
Apply skill/ knowledge to a range of approaches in the field of study/ work/ practice.
MQF3a Apply a range of essential methods and procedures to solving a broad range of complex problems.
Practical skills Review, make adjustments and supervise related practices and processes concerning field of
specialization.
MQF3b Convey ideas both in written or oral forms using appropriate and different forms of presentation,
Interpersonal confidently, accurately and coherently in appropriate context in a well-structured manner to a
and diversity of audiences.
Communication Work together with different people in diverse learning and working communities as well as other
Skills groups locally and internationally.
MQF3c Use a broad range of information, media and technology applications to support study and/or work.
Digital and Use and combine numerical and graphical/ visual data for study/ work.
Numeracy Skills
MQF3d Work autonomously, and show leadership and professionalism in managing responsibilities within
Leadership, broad organizational parameters.
Autonomy and Undertake significant levels of work related responsibilities of others as well as self.
Responsibility Demonstrate decision making capacities and professionalism by working towards pre-determined
goals and outcomes.
Demonstrate accountabilities, especially in professional fields.
MQF4 Engage effectively in self-directed lifelong learning and professional pathways.
Personal and Demonstrate entrepreneurial competency with selected project(s).
Entrepreneurial Demonstrate an appreciation of broader sociopolitical economic and cultural issues at local/national
Skills and regional level.
MQF5 Demonstrate adherence, and ability to identify ethical issues, make decision ethically, and act
Ethics and professionally within the varied social and professional environment and practice.
Professionalism Demonstrate a deep familiarity and knowledge of local and global issues relating to science,
technology, business, social, and environmental issues.

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DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

MESB333 ENGINEERING MEASUREMENT & LAB

COURSE OUTLINE Additional

Credits Hours : 3

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

Note: The class and lab sessions are tentative to changes due to public holidays. Changes are
made accordingly by lecturers and lab instructors, respectively.
Quizzes & Assignments:

Quizzes will be held almost every week and no make-ups will be given. Problems will be assigned
and collected in lecture. Problems will be due one week after they are assigned unless otherwise

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specified. LATE HOMEWORK WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED! LATE MEANS AFTER THE
START OF YOUR CLASS PERIOD. The student’s name, S.I.D, and section # must be on the
assignment solution.

Important:

Absolutely no plagiarism and copying of someone’s work. Culprits will be heavily penalized.

LAB. PROJECT ASSIGNMENT FOR ENGINEERING MEASUREMENT LAB

MESB333

Objective
1. To propose, design and test the measuring prototype of the project.
2. To be able to exaplain the basic functional elements within any measurement device
3. To perform uncertainty calculations in the data collection and the various statistical variable

Description of the Project

1. Each group MUST PROPOSE a measuring device for the project. Students have the options
to build fully mechanical prototype or prototype incorporated with electronic sensors.
This will be checked by Lab Instructor through Project Proposal to be submitted in Week 4.
Example of project title is;

“DESIGN AND TESTING OF TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE USING

THERMISTOR SENSOR AND ARDUINO”

2. The project prototype MUST cover 3 basic elemtents namely Tranducer element, Signal
Conditioning element and Display/Data Presentation elements.
3. Should the students choose to design prototype with electronic sensor, the choice of
transducer element must be related to those that students have learnt within class (for
example, pressure transducer, thermocouple, thermistor, ultrasonic sensor, humidity sensor
etc.). Students must consult Lab Instructor before making any purchase to make sure the level
of work is manageable.
4. If students choose to use electronic sensors, students may use Arduino or Rasberry Pi to read
the input signal from the sensor. Students can also suggest any other possible Signal
Processing element(s).
5. Once the prototype have been designed, it must be tested to measure the intended physical
variable of the project.
6. In order to justify whether the designed prototype able to measure correct value of the
physical variable, there must be another measuring device with known accuracy to make
comparison.
7. For the purpose of statistical analysis, students must make enough measurement (possibly
more than 20 readings) in order to achieve normal disctribution of the sample data.
8. By using the statistical method learnt in classroom, students are expected to be able to
calculate all the statistical variables (for example, the arithmatic mean, standard deviation,
and the uncertainty of the measurement)
9. Lastly, students must choose a right project title so that the amaunt of work involve and the
cost will be manageable. Please seek advise from Lab Instructor or Class Lecturer if needed,
or can also search in Youtube channel for potential project.

Proposal Report

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Final Report.

Each group is required to write a formal report consist of the followings:

1. Title of Project
2. Description of the prototype (including block diagram).
3. Theoritical background.
4. Fabrication methods (including drawing if needed)
5. Result (Data collection, uncertainty calculation and statistical analysis)
6. Discussion and Recommendation for Improvement
7. Conclusions
8. References

The suggested length of the report is around 20 pages including figures, tables and references.

Important date:

Project proposal report: Week 4 of the Semester

Completion of project and presentation: Week 10 of the Semester
Final report: Week 11 of the Semester

No submission will be accepted after the dateline stated above.

LABORATORY REPORTS: AN OVERVIEW

Formal Reports:

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There are total of four experiments that need to be completed by each student throughout the course.
The formal reports should be written for the following experiments.
Experiment 1: Water Flowrate Measurement – Group Formal Report
Experiment 2: Temperature Measurement – Individual Formal Report
Experiment 3: Vibration Measurement – Individual Short Report
Experiment 4: Airflow Velocity Measurement – Individual Short Report
Duration of one-week period is provided for formal report and should be submitted during the
subsequent lab day. Grade will be deducted from the late report as follows (except with valid reason) :
Late submission penalty : Late 1 day : 90%, Late 2 days : 80 %, Late 3 days : 70%, More than 3
days: 50% of earned mark.

Plagiarism is not acceptable. It will result in half of the total grade being deducted or zero grade for
the lab report or for the whole course. In addition, poor report writing will result in meeting the
instructor for improvement in future report writing. Please use the font of Arial or Times New
Roman only with font size of 12.

Submit SOFTCOPY ONLY!

Before submitting your softcopy report to the instructor, you need to upload your softcopy
report into TURNITIN program, to check for similarity (report with similarity higher than
50% will not be accepted). You will be given ID and password to upload the softcopy of your
formal report by the respective instructors. Attached the TURNITIN report with your lab
report.
Dear all

For the purpose of similarity check using Turnitin, please submit the following items only.

1) Abstract
2) Procedure
4) Discussion
5) Conclusion

Experiment Group:

Students will perform experiment in-group. Each experiment group consists of max. 5 students.
Group number consists of Section number, follows with number appointed. For example, the first
group from section 1A will have group number of 1A1 and the second group in the same section will
be designated as 1A2 and so on.

Report must be submitted using front page supplied.

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Format for Formal Report

General Instructions:
Font type: Arial or Time New Roman Paper size: A4
Font size: 12 pt Ink colour: black
Spacing: 1.5 Graph: computer generate

No. Criteria

1 Title Page
With name, SID, group no., lab no., date performed, date submitted.
2 Table of Content

3 Summary/Abstract
The concise overview of the report.

Statement of Purpose or Objective

4
A brief description of what the experiment is demonstrating.

5 Theory
With brief but clear background and theory related to the experiment.

6 Equipment
Diagram of the apparatus and specification.

Procedure
7
A systematic explanation of what is done in the lab and why each step is
performed.

Data, Observation and Results

8 With results clearly, orderly presented in either graph, spreadsheet, table
etc with labelled. Sample calculation if calculation is involved. Error
calculation

Analysis and Discussion

With specific comment, explanation, support on the results based on
9
theory. Error and uncertainty analysis ie. Error source, comparison
between the experimental and theoretical results. Answer to question if
given.

Conclusion
10
Summary of the experiment. Conclusion drawn from results in the light of
the stated objective.

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11 Overall report presentation

Neat, Clear label of small title etc. With references if given

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