Course Overview

This course introduces fundamental concepts and techniques in building linear, time-invariant, state-space models of typical engineering systems, including translational and rotational mechanical systems, electrical and electronic circuits, thermal systems, fluid systems, and transductors. Analogies are drawn among these systems in different energy domains based on such concept as the across and the through variables, as well as their energy storages and dissipaters. Response characteristics of standard first and second-order systems are explained, as a prelude to control system designs.

Learning Achievement

This course introduces fundamental concepts and techniques in building linear, time-invariant, state-space models of typical engineering systems, including translational and rotational mechanical systems, electrical and electronic circuits, thermal systems, fluid systems, and transductors. Analogies are drawn among these systems in different energy domains based on such concept as the across and the through variables, as well as their energy storages and dissipaters. Response characteristics of standard first and second-order systems are explained, as a prelude to control system designs.

Competence

Related to 5. Skills in the field of Macro Engineering and Systems Engineering.

Course prerequisites

While basic concepts are reviewed on one-dimensional mechanics, electric and electronic circuits, thermodynamics, hydraulics, and electromechanical systems, previous exposures to these topics will be helpful.

Grading Philosophy

Assignments 30 %
Midterm Exam 30 % (Closed-Book)
Final Exam 40 % (Closed-Book)

Course schedule

Introduction to State-Space Models
Translational Mechanical Systems
Rotational Mechanical Systems
Electrical Systems
Analogies and State Variables
Thermal Systems
Fluid Systems
Transducers
Transfer Functions & Output Equations
Review

Course type

Lectures

Online Course Requirement

Instructor

Nguyen Triet Van

Other information

Site for Inquiry

Link to the syllabus provided by the university