| Unit name | Control Theory |
|---|---|
| Unit code | EMAT30014 |
| Credit points | 10 |
| Level of study | H/6 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Szalai |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Units you must take before you take this one (pre-requisite units) |
EMAT20200 or equivalent |
| Units you must take alongside this one (co-requisite units) |
None |
| Units you may not take alongside this one | |
| School/department | School of Engineering Mathematics and Technology |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
This course will introduce you to the fundamental concepts of “feedback” and “adaptation” as essential mechanisms in Science and Engineering. Specifically, you will be introduced to the foundations of modern control theory. The aim is to equip you with the skills and analytical tools required to design methods for the control of both linear and nonlinear dynamical systems. Applications will be studied to nonlinear systems, complex networks, engineering devices and systems biology
No previous knowledge of control or nonlinear dynamics is required.
Aims: The aim of this unit is to introduce you to the mathematical foundations of Control Theory. It will allow you to develop new skills and analytical tools required to analyse and design methods for the control of both linear and nonlinear dynamical systems.
By the end of this unit, you will be able to use appropriate analytical tools to model and control a given physical system. Specifically, you will be able to:
Teaching will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions, including lectures, practical activities supported by drop-in sessions, problem sheets and self-directed exercises.
1 Summative Assessment, 100% - Summer exam. This will assess all ILOs.
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How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
See the Faculty workload statement relating to this unit for more information.
Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit.
The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. If you have self-certificated your absence from an
assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any extenuating circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
