Subject description

State-variable modelling; design of state variable feedback systems, controllability, observability, optimal control, pole placement using state feedback, internal model design; digital control systems, z-transform, stability analysis in the z-domain; performance and robustness of closed loop computer controlled systems, implementation aspects.

Enrolment rules

Co-Requisite

Equivalence

MECH949 - Advanced Computer Control of Machines and Processes

Tutorial enrolment

Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS

Delivery

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Teaching staff

Subject coordinators

Lecturers

Engagement hours

Contact Hours:2 hr lecture and 2 hr tutorial/practical per week

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Analyse a dynamic system using state variable techniques.
2.
Design, simulate, implement and evaluate multivariable control systems.
3.
Design, simulate, implement and evaluate the performance and robustness of digital controllers for mechanical systems and industrial processes.

Assessment details

Computer Control of Machines and Processes

Reports and presentation

Mid session quiz

Final Exam

Work integrated learning

Foundational WIL:This subject contains elements of "Foundational WIL". Students in this subject will observe, explore or reflect on possible career pathways or a work-related aspect of their discipline.

Textbook information

Dorf R C & Bishop R H, Modern Control Systems 10th/11th/12th Edition. Prentice Hall, 2005/2008/2010, ISBN 0-13-031411-0.

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