Courses Detail Information
ME3600J – Modeling, Analysis and Control of Dynamic Systems
Instructors:
Credits:
4 credits
Pre-requisites:
ME2400J,ECE2150J
Description:
Developing mathematical models of dynamic systems, including mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, and fluid/thermal systems, and representing these models in differential equations, transfer functions and state space forms. Analysis of dynamic system models, including time and frequency responses. Introduction to linear feedback control techniques. Synthesis and analysis by analytical and computer methods.
Course Topics:
1. Modeling dynamics of mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, and thermal/fluid systems
2. Decision-making skills needed to devise models that adequately represent relevant dynamic behaviors
3. Behavior of first- and second-order linear time-invariant differential equations
4. Laplace transforms, transfer functions, and frequency response analysis
5. The concept of stability and the use of feedback control to actively control system
6. Real-world systems to which modeling and analysis tools are applied (e.g., DC Motor)
7. Numerical integration and computer simulation of mathematical models