Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Graham Town
Contact via graham.town@mq.edu.au
E6B 133
9 - 11am Tuesdays
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Credit points |
Credit points
4
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MEng
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
ELEC324
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Unit description |
Unit description
This unit extends the foundations of time and frequency domain descriptions of linear systems and their dynamics to include feedback control. The unit introduces the concept of state-space and its application in modelling and design of feedback control systems, and the foundations of computer-based and optimal control systems are also introduced. Applications of feedback are explored, including regulation of physical and chemical processes, control of process dynamics, and stability and robustness in the presence of external disturbances.
The latter concepts and applications are illustrated using examples from diverse areas, including biomedical, electronic, electrical, mechatronic, and wireless engineering.
Experimental work is used to illustrate the impact of feedback on the dynamics, stability, and compensation of servo-motor systems and electronic circuits. MatLab is used extensively for system modelling and design. The unit provides a strong foundation for advanced topics in most engineering majors.
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On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Students are reminded of the University policies regarding assessment, academic honesty and disruption to studies.
Requests for extension on assessable work are to be made to the Unit Coordinator, but will only be considered in the event of illness or misadventure.
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Regular tutorial assignments | 10% | No | see iLearn for unit schedule |
Major assignment | 15% | No | see iLearn for unit schedule |
Research assignment | 10% | No | see iLearn for unit schedule |
Quizzes | 10% | No | see iLearn for unit schedule |
Laboratory tasks and reporting | 0% | No | see iLearn for unit schedule |
Laboratory report | 5% | No | see iLearn for unit schedule |
Final examination | 50% | No | as per exam timetable |
Due: see iLearn for unit schedule
Weighting: 10%
Assigned problems as per the unit timetable. Each week's assigned problems to be completed and returned for marking the following week.
Due: see iLearn for unit schedule
Weighting: 15%
An assignment task defined early in semester, to be completed during the semester, and submitted for assessment as per the unit timetable.
Due: see iLearn for unit schedule
Weighting: 10%
A research assignment resulting in a written report. To be defined early in semester, completed during the semester, and submitted for assessment as per the unit timetable.
Due: see iLearn for unit schedule
Weighting: 10%
3 multiple choice quizzes (~ 15 minutes each) conducted in class during semester.
Due: see iLearn for unit schedule
Weighting: 0%
Four laboratory tasks (starting Week 1) to be completed and recorded in a dedicated laboratory workbook.
Due: see iLearn for unit schedule
Weighting: 5%
A detailed report of the work conducted, and results obtained, for the laboratory exercise specified in the unit timetable.
Due: as per exam timetable
Weighting: 50%
Moderated examination at end of semester
N.S. Nise, “Control Systems Engineering”, John Wiley & Sons, 7th edn 2014. ISBN: 9781118170519
All students will be assumed to have access to this textbook. All tutorial problems will be taken from this text.
There is an associated student resources webpage (e.g. with m-files for textbook examples):
http://bcs.wiley.com/he-bcs/Books?action=index&itemId=1118170512&bcsId=9295
Lecture notes will be handed out each week - it is expected that students read these notes before the next class at which they will be discussed.
All unit resources and communications relating to this unit, including a detailed week-by-week schedule of learning and assessment activities, will be provided via the iLearn unit website. (see below).
The web page for this unit can be found at: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/MQ/
All information and communications relevant to this unit will be via that website.
Laboratory and tutorial classes will rely heavily on the use of MatLab and Simulink with the Control Toolbox. You are encouraged to use these tools to complete and check all tutorial and assignment work. The software is available through iLab and on Faculty computers.
Specific assessment tasks and their weightings have been changed.
A detailed schedule of learning and assessment activities for this unit will be available on the unit's iLearn web page.
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html
Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy_2016.html
Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html
Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/complaint_management/procedure.html
Disruption to Studies Policy (in effect until Dec 4th, 2017): http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html
Special Consideration Policy (in effect from Dec 4th, 2017): https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/special-consideration
In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/
Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
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