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Accurate determination of beam parameters is fundamental to the operation, optimization, and advancement of any accelerator facility. This lecture discusses the operating principles of commonly used beam diagnostics for both electron and proton beams. The first part focuses on beam instrumentation such as Current Transformers (CTs) and Faraday Cups (FCs) for measuring beam current, as well as Beam Position Monitors (BPMs) for monitoring bunched beams. BPMs are used for single-bunch position detection and precise closed orbit determination. Furthermore, position data from BPMs provide access to key synchrotron lattice parameters, including tune and chromaticity. These monitors operate by detecting the electromagnetic fields of the beam and are predominantly non-invasive, making them well-suited for continuous monitoring during machine operation.