Høst 2018

ELE-3501 Control Engineering - 10 stp

The course is administrated by

Institutt for elektroteknologi

Type of course

Cannot be taken as a singel subject

Course contents

Mathematical models of dynamic systems, Input-output descriptions, State-space descriptions, Linearization, State-space realization of input-output descriptions. Coordinate transformations, Stability, Lyapunov functions, Frequency domain analysis and synthesis, Controllability and stabilizability, Eigenvalue assignment, Linear quadratic optimal control, Algebraic Riccati equation. Observability and detectability, Observers, Output feedback, Separation principle. Reduced order observer, Integral control, Passivity, Backstepping, Sliding mode, Robust state feedback.

Objective of the course

Knowledge:

The candidate will gain knowledge of fundamental concepts for analysis, synthesis and design of control systems

state-space, time domain and frequency domain frameworks
dynamic models and dynamic response
linear systems and linearization
stability of systems and equilibrium points
PID control and tuning
LQR control
Observers and estimators
Nonlinear Control
Passivity
Robust state feedback

Skills:

The candidate will be able to apply common techniques and tools for design of control systems, including model-based, optimal and nonlinear control techniques, and basic computer aided methods

General competence:

The candidate will be able to demonstrate understanding of central, associated principles and concepts.

Language of instruction

English

Teaching methods

Lectures: 20 x 4 lecture hours. Exercises. One hand-in assignment: Carried out in small groups.

Assessment

Mandatory tasks

Hand-in assignment.

Assessment

5 h written exam. Assessment according to standard A-F grading scale.

A re-sit exam will be arranged for this course

Date for examination

Written exam 20.12.2018

The date for the exam can be changed. The final date will be announced at your faculty early in May and early in November.