Maae 4500 Course Outline - 2017 - 18 Winter
Maae 4500 Course Outline - 2017 - 18 Winter
Maae 4500 Course Outline - 2017 - 18 Winter
MAAE 4500C
Carleton University
Course Description:
Introduction to the linear feedback control. Analysis and design of classical control
systems. Stability and the Routh-Hurwitz criteria. Time and frequency domain
performance criteria, robustness and sensitivity. Root locus, Bode and Nyquist design
techniques. Control system components and process automation.
2. Learn about the input-output models and transfer functions for linear-time-
invariant systems and the first and second order systems in particular as means of
defining desired behaviours. Students will also work with Matlab software to
simulate dynamical systems.
3. Will learn how to define the main design criteria for control systems including
steady state, transients, and stability requirements. Students will learn about
selecting controller structures to achieve desired steady state responses and
analyze the stability of systems.
4. Learn how to construct root locus diagrams for feedback-controlled systems (by
sketching or using engineering software such as Matlab) and use that to
understand various dynamic behaviours. They will learn how to propose control
structures to achieve certain behaviours.
5. Learn to specify design requirements and design Lead, Lag, Lead-Lag, P, PD, PI,
and PID controllers to achieve these requirements. Students will apply Matlab
software to build models and validate their controllers.
7. Learn about the stability of linear systems in frequency domain, gain and phase
margin, and how to design basic controllers in frequency domain (steady state
errors and gain and phase margins) to achieve the design requirements.
Grading:
Mid-Term Test 40% February 14th 6-8pm
Final Exam 60% TBA – set by the University
Course References:
The primary reference will be the instructor’s notes.
Assignments:
Periodic assignment will be provided through the semester along with the
solutions. The purpose of the assignments is not to “test” your knowledge
but for you to practice techniques and apply the theory which you have
seen through the lectures.
General Rules:
1. ZERO TOLERANCE for cell phone use in class. No instant messaging,
no web browsing, emailing, or games. If you are found using your
cellphone, you may be told to leave the lecture. If there is extenuating
circumstances, notify the instructor prior the start of the class and an
exception can be discussed.
4. If you wish to use your laptop or tablet during class to take notes you
must sit in the front two rows. Web browsing, instant messaging,
emailing, etc, is not permitted during class. If you are found violating
the rules, you may be told to leave the lecture.
Academic Accommodations:
You may need special arrangements to meet your academic obligations
during the term. For an accommodation request, the processes are as
follows:
Pregnancy obligation:
Write to me with any requests for academic accommodation during the
first two weeks of class, or as soon as possible after the need for
accommodation is known to exist. For more details visit the Equity
Services website.
Religious obligation:
Write to me with any requests for academic accommodation during the
first two weeks of class, or as soon as possible after the need for
accommodation is known to exist. For more details visit the Equity
Services website.