ACS1241   Introduction to Systems Analysis and Control   (15 credits)

Description

This module introduces analysis of linear models. It includes a detailed analysis of the dynamical behaviour of 1st and 2nd order systems linking behaviour to physical parameters, e.g. rise time, settling time, overshoot, steady-state. Damping and damping ratio and resonance. Frequency response and Fourier analysis are discussed briefly. The module also introduces students to Control Systems by providing examples of open-loop and closed-loop control. Control strategies are examined by considering sequential, continuous, sampled-data and discrete control. Students are introduced to practical controllers, including PID controllers. Systems concepts considered include classification and properties of linear systems. The principles of Laplace Transforms are taught for solving linear differential equations, and for system representation, using transfer functions and block diagram algebra. Performance criteria focus on stability, poles and zeros, time-domain and frequency-domain performance characteristics by examining first-order and second-order systems. MATLAB is used to reinforce the simulation and analysis of all module content and coursework assignments.

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