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Advanced Control Systems (ELEN90064)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 2
Email: dnesic@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
Availability | Semester 2 - Dual-Delivery |
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Fees | Look up fees |
AIMS
This subject provides an introduction to modern control theory with a particular focus on state-space methods and optimal control. The role of feedback in control will be reinforced within this context, alongside the role of optimisation techniques in control system synthesis. This subject is a core requirement in the Master of Engineering (Mechatronics).
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Topics include:
State-space models - first-order vector differential/difference equations; Lyapunov stability; linearisation; discretisation; Kalman decomposition (observable, detectable, reachable and stabilisable subspaces); state-feedback and pole placement; output-feedback and observer design in both continuous-time and discrete-time.
Optimal control - dynamic programming; linear quadratic regulation in both continuous-time and discrete-time. Model predictive control in discrete-time; moving-horizon with constraints.
Intended learning outcomes
Having completed this subject it is expected that the student be able to:
- Apply fundamental state-space-techniques in the analysis and design of linear feedback control systems, as they arise in a variety of contexts
- Formulate and solve constrained optimisation problems for control system synthesis
- Use software tools to simulate and design the linear behaviour of automatic control systems.
Generic skills
Upon completion of this subject, students will have developed the following skills:
- 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.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ELEN90055 | Control Systems |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
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12.5 |
(prior to 2011, ELEN30001 Control 1 OR MCEN30008 Control Systems 1)
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
ELEN40007 Control 2 (Advanced Control)
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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One written examination
| End of semester | 60% |
Continuous assessment of submitted project work completed individually, not exceeding 20 pages over the semester
| Throughout the teaching period | 15% |
Report on practical (laboratory) workshops completed in small groups
| 15% | |
A mid-semester test
| Mid semester | 10% |
Additional details
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1 and 2 are assessed in the final written examination, the mid-semester test, and submitted reports for three projects. ILO 3 is assessed as part of submitted project work.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Dragan Nesic Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours of lectures and 24 hours of workshops and tutorials Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 26 July 2021 to 24 October 2021 Last self-enrol date 6 August 2021 Census date 31 August 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 24 September 2021 Assessment period ends 19 November 2021 Semester 2 contact information
Email: dnesic@unimelb.edu.au
Time commitment details
200 hours
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
TBA
Recommended texts and other resources
None
- Subject notes
Credit may not be obtained for both:
ELEN40007(431-464) Control Systems (Advanced) and ELEN90064 Advanced Control Systems
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
The subject is delivered through lectures and workshop classes that combine both tutorial and hands-on laboratory activities.
INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
Students are provided with lecture slides, worked problem sets, project specifications, and reference text lists.
CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS
Exposure to industry standard engineering design automation tools through laboratory activities.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Doctor of Philosophy - Engineering Course Ph.D.- Engineering Course Master of Philosophy - Engineering Specialisation (formal) Electrical Specialisation (formal) Electrical with Business Specialisation (formal) Mechanical Specialisation (formal) Mechatronics - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022