University of Hawaii Maui College
Course Outline
1. Alpha
ETRO Number
460
Course Title
Control Systems
Credits
4
Department
STEM Author Dr. Jung Park
Date of Outline
03/02/2011
Effective Date Spring 2012
5-year Review Date Sp 2018
2. Course Description:
Focuses on the modeling of dynamic systems and circuits, dynamic response,
basic properties of feedback, PID control, root-locus, and frequency response. Introduces state-space
modeling and design method. Studies phenomena related to the field of control systems. Offers practical
examples of modern electro-mechanical control systems. Provides laboratory hands-on applications of
concepts and theories.
Cross-list
No
Contact Hours/Type
6 hr. lecture/lab
3. Pre-requisites
ETRO 360 with grade C or better
Pre-requisite may be waived by consent
yes
no
Co-requisites
Recommended Preparation
4. Function/Designation
AS Program
AAS Program
BAS Program
AA Category
Category
Category
Additional Category
List Additional Programs and Category:
List Additional Programs and Category:
CR - Core Course/Requirement - BAS
Category: Engineering Technology
Developmental/Remedial
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Other/Additional: Explain:
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Chancellor
Approval Date
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See Curriculum Action Request (CAR) form for the college-wide general education student learning
outcomes (SLOs) and/or the program learning outcomes (PLOs) this course supports.
This course outline is standardized and/or the result of a community college or system-wide agreement.
Responsible committee:
5. Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs): List one to four inclusive SLOs.
For assessment, link these to #7 Recommended Course Content, and #9 Recommended Course
Requirements & Evaluation. Use roman numerals (I., II., III.) to designate SLOs
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
I. develop mathematical representations (differential equations, transfer functions, state-space models)
of electro-mechanical systems;
II. develop modeling techniques for the analysis and design of electro-mechanical systems;
III. evaluate system stability (stable/unstable, gain and phase margins); and
IV. demonstrate knowledge of control concepts relevant to electro-mechanical systems.
6. Competencies/Concepts/Issues/Skills
For assessment, link these to #7 Recommended Course Content, and #9 Recommended Course
Requirements & Evaluation. Use lower case letters (a., b.…zz. )to designate competencies/skills/issues
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
a. derive the dynamic models of simple electro-mechanical systems;
b. obtain the transfer function of dynamic systems;
c. obtain the response of dynamic systems using Laplace transforms;
d. use software such as MATLAB and SIMULINK to simulate linear time-invariant (LTI) systems;
e. apply the effect of pole-zero locations on system response;
f. determine the stability of LTI systems;
g. find steady state errors to polynomial-type commands;
h. analyze basic feedback concepts; and
i. design PID control for LTI systems.
7. Suggested Course Content and Approximate Time Spent on Each Topic
Linked to #5. Student Learning Outcomes and # 6 Competencies/Skills/Issues
System Modeling . (2-3 weeks) (I, II, a, d)
Transfer Functions. (2-3 weeks) (I, II, III, a- d)
Principles of Feedback. (2-3 weeks) (I, II, III, IV, a- g)
Root-Locus Methods. (2-3 weeks) (I, II, III, IV, a- i)
Frequency Domain Methods. (3-4 weeks) (I, II, III, IV, a- i)
State-Space Methods. (2-3 weeks) (I, II, III, IV, a- i)
8. Text and Materials, Reference Materials, and Auxiliary Materials
Appropriate text(s) and materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include:
Farid Golnaraghi, Benjamin C. Kuo, Automatic Control Systems, 9th, John Wiley & Sons, 2009, ISBN,
0470048964, 9780470048962.
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Appropriate reference materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include:
Benjamin C. Kuo, Duane C. Hanselman, Matlab tools for control analysis and design, Prentice Hall,
1995, ISBN, 0132022931, 978-0132022934
Appropriate auxiliary materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include:
software such as MATLAB with SIMULINK.
9. Suggested Course Requirements and Evaluation
Linked to #5. Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and #6 Competencies/Skills/Issues
Specific course requirements are at the discretion of the instructor at the time the course is being offered.
Suggested requirements might include, but are not limited to:
labs/exercises:
30-50% (I, II, III, IV, a-i)
class participation:
0-15% (I, II, III, IV, a-i)
projects/research:
10-20% (I, II, III, IV, a-i)
quizzes (In class & pre-class): 0-10% (I, II, III, IV, a-i)
written examinations:
10-40% (I, II, III, IV, a-i)
10. Methods of Instruction
Instructional methods will vary considerably by instructor. Specific methods are at the discretion of the
instructor teaching the course and might include, but are not limited to:
inquiry lab experiences;
lab activities and exercises;
demonstrations;
group projects or team challenges;
audio/visual presentations (pre-prepared or internet-based);
class discussions;
guest speakers or field trips; and
lectures.
11. Assessment of Intended Student Learning Outcomes Standards Grid attached
12. Additional Information:
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