Advanced Control Systems

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2012:

prerequist for this subject is

Anti-requisite for this subject is :

This subject provides an introduction to modern control theory with a particular focus on state-space techniques and optimal control. Students will study topics including:

• System modelling, state-space models, Lyapunov stability theory, and linearization;
• Kalman decomposition of linear time-invariant state-space models, state feedback and pole placement, output feedback and observer design; and
• Linear quadratic regulators, moving-horizon predictive control with constraints, and dynamic programming.

This material is complemented by use of software tools (e.g. MATALB/ Simulink) for computation and simulation.

• Apply fundamental state-space techniques in the analysis and design of linear feedback control systems, as they arise in a variety of contexts;
• Formulate control engineering problems in terms of optimising an objective function subject to constraints;
• Use software tools to simulate and design the linear control systems.

• One written examination, not exceeding three hours at the end of semester, worth 60%(must pass written exam to pass subject);
• one written mid-semester test, not exceeding 2 hours worth10%
• 4 workshops and two assignments each no more than 1500 words over the semester, worth 30%.

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

• Ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals
• In-depth technical competence in at least one engineering discipline
• Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution
• Ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance
• Capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning
• Openness to new ideas and unconventional critiques of received wisdom
• Ability to function effectively as an individual and in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams, with the capacity to be a leader or manager as well as an effective team member
• Ability to communicate effectively, with the engineering team and with the community at large

Credit may not be obtained for both

ELEN40007(431-464) Control Systems (Advanced) and ELEN90064 Advanced Control Systems