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Systems Modelling and Analysis (MCEN30020)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
- Timetable(opens in new window)
Contact information
Semester 1
Semester 2
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 - Dual-Delivery Semester 2 - Dual-Delivery |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject will cover the modelling of a range of physical systems across multiple domains as ordinary differential equations, and then introduce the mathematical techniques to analyse their open loop behaviour.
Topics include:
- Development of low order models of a range of electrical, thermal, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic dynamic systems
- Different representations of these systems (time and, frequency domains) and transformations between them (Laplace, Fourier and Z-transforms)
- Representations of systems – transfer functions, Bode plots, state space, block diagrams, etc
- Identification of linear time invariant systems (least squares identification)
- Relation to time domain properties of open loop responses – stability, oscillations, etc.
MATLAB will be used throughout the course to complement the presented concepts.
Intended learning outcomes
Having completed this subject it is expected that the student be able to:
- Apply fundamental mathematical tools to model, analyse and design signals and systems in both time-domain and frequency-domain
- Recognise the broad applicability of the mathematics of signals and systems theory, particularly within mechanical and mechatronic engineering
- Identify the parameters of linear time invariant systems using input-output data
- Use MATLAB to study the behaviour of signals and systems as they arise in a variety of contexts.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should have developed the following skills:
- The ability to apply knowledge of science and engineering fundamentals
- The ability to undertake problem identification, formulation, and solution
- The ability to utilise a systems approach to complex problems and to design and operational performance
- The ability to undertake problem identification, formulation, and solution.
Last updated: 9 December 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Option 1
All of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR20004 | Engineering Mechanics |
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ELEN20005 | Foundations of Electrical Networks |
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MAST20029 | Engineering Mathematics |
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Option 2
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAST20009 | Vector Calculus |
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MAST20032 | Vector Calculus: Advanced | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AND all of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR20004 | Engineering Mechanics |
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ELEN20005 | Foundations of Electrical Networks |
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MAST20030 | Differential Equations | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
Non-allowed subjects
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMEN30006 | Circuits and Systems | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN30012 | Signals and Systems |
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
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: 9 December 2022
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Assignment 1
| Week 5 | 10% |
Assignment 2
| Week 8 | 15% |
Assignment 3
| Week 11 | 15% |
Written exam, closed book
| End of semester | 60% |
Additional details
- Assignments up to 30 pages in total,
Last updated: 9 December 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Airlie Chapman Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 60 hours (3 hours of lectures and a 2 hour workshop each week) Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 28 February 2022 to 29 May 2022 Last self-enrol date 11 March 2022 Census date 31 March 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 6 May 2022 Assessment period ends 24 June 2022 Semester 1 contact information
- Semester 2
Coordinator Simon Illingworth Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 60 hours (3 hours of lectures and a 2 hour workshop each week) Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 25 July 2022 to 23 October 2022 Last self-enrol date 5 August 2022 Census date 31 August 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 23 September 2022 Assessment period ends 18 November 2022 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
Expected 170 hours
Last updated: 9 December 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Mechatronics Engineering Course Master of Mechanical Engineering Course Bachelor of Design Course Bachelor of Science Informal specialisation Bachelor of Design Elective Subjects Informal specialisation Science Discipline subjects - new generation B-SCI Specialisation (formal) Mechanical with Business Major Mechatronics Engineering Systems Major Mechanical Engineering Systems Major Mechanical Engineering Systems 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: 9 December 2022