INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA
COURSE OUTLINE
Kulliyyah / Institute
Engineering
Department / Centre
Mechatronics Engineering
Programme
B. Eng (Mechatronics) (Honours)
Name of Course / Mode
System Dynamics and Control /Full time
Course Code
MCT 3423
Name (s) of Academic
staff / Instructor(s)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Salmiah Ahmad
Rationale for the
inclusion of the course /
Required course for Mechatronics Engineering Programme
module in the programme
Semester and Year
Offered
Every Semester
Status
Core
Level
Proposed Start Date
Semester 2 2011/2012
Final
42
Assessments
Midterm
Practical
Total Student Learning
Time (SLT)
Tutorial
Lecture
Face to Face
Independent Learning
Batch of Student to be
Affected
Total
Student
Learning
Time
81
128
Credit Value / Hours
3/128
Pre-requisites (if any)
MCT 2121, MTH 2311
Co-requisites (if any)
MCT 2337
Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are to:
1. Introduce students to the concept of systems dynamics and its
applications in control systems.
2. Expose students to the methods of modeling multi-domain
systems.
3. Introduce students to the concept of control systems and its
Learning Outcomes
Transferable Skills:
Teaching-Learning and
assessment strategy
Course Synopsis
Mode of Delivery
Assessment Methods and
Type/Course Assessement
State weightage of each
type of assessment.
applications in mechatronics.
4. Familiarize students with control system analyses.
5. Expose students to design controller for target applications
based on specified performances. Familiarize students to the
use of software tools for control system analysis and design.
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
1. Identify the components of various dynamic systems and then
develop physical and mathematical models of the respective
individual domain
2. Identify basic control elements and their functionality.
3. Analyze the stability and performance of control systems.
4. Design and analyze controller/compensator using root locus
method according to the desired performances.
5. Design and analyze controller/compensator using frequency
response method according to the desired performances.
Skills and how they are developed and assessed:
Skills
Development
Assessment
Technical
Lectures
Written Assessment
Analytical
Test , Quizzes
Lectures, Assignments, Quizzes and Mid-term test.
Dynamics of mechanical, fluid, electrical, thermal and mixed
systems. Model representation using transfer function, block
diagram and state variable systems. Simulation of dynamics
systems. Control System types and effects of feedback. System
analysis: transient response, steady-state error, sensitivity and
stability. Root-locus analysis and design. Frequency response
analysis of linear systems. Bode and Nyquist diagrams.
Compensation techniques.
Lectures and Discussion
LO
Method
%
1,2,3,4,5,6
1,2,3,4,5,6
1,2,3,4
2,3,4,5,6
Quiz
Assignment
Mid-term Test
Final Examination
20
10
30
40
Mapping of course / module to the Programme Learning Outcomes
Programme Outcomes
Learning Outcome of the course
01
Identify the components of various dynamic
systems and then develop physical and
mathematical models of the respective individual
domain
Identify basic control elements and their
functionality.
Analyze the stability and performance of control
systems.
Design and analyze controller/compensator using
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
root locus method according to the desired
performances.
Design and analyze controller/compensator using
frequency response method according to the
desired performances.
Content outline of the course / module and the SLT per topic
Learning
Weeks
Topics
Task/Reading
Hours
1
Introduction to system dynamics and Control; Basic
concept of control systems. Example of control systems
Chapter 1
and control system design with example. The importance
of system modeling in control system design.
2,3,4 Modeling of dynamic system; Dynamics of mechanical,
fluid, electrical, thermal and mixed systems. Model
Ogata, Chapter
representation using transfer function, block diagram,
3
signal flow graph and state variable systems.
5, 6
Analysis of Dynamics Models; Time response and
digital simulation: nonlinear systems and linearization,
Chapter 4 & 5
poles and zeros.
7,8,9 Control System Properties and Performances; Basic
equation of control, time domain specification, system
Chapter 6
stability, steady-state error and system type, control of
dynamics error, system sensitivity.
10, 11 The Root Locus Design Method; Root locus concept,
guidelines for sketching root locus, controller design
Chapter 7 & 10
using root locus.
12, 13 Frequency Response Design Method; Frequency
response, bode diagram, neutral stability, stability
Chapter 8, 9 &
margin, performance specification in frequency domain,
10
controller design using bode diagram.
14
Controller Implementation and Case Studies: analog
Handout
implementation using operational amplifier, case studies.
Required references supporting the course
The reference lists shall be presented in accordance with APA bibliographic practices and in alphabetical order.
Dorf, R. D., and Bishop, R. H., (2010). Modern Control Systems, (11th ed.), Prentice Hall.
Recommended references supporting the course
Franklin, G. F., Powell, J. D. and Emami-Naemi, A., (2006). Feedback Control of Dynamic
Systems, (5th ed.), Prentice Hall.
Kuo, B., (2003). Automatic Control Systems, (8th ed.), John Willey & Sons.
Nise, N.S., (2001). Control System Engineering, (3rd ed.), John Willey & Sons.
Ogata, M., (2000). Modern Control Engineering, (4th ed.), Prentice Hall.
Prepared by:
Checked by:
Approved by:
Dr. Salmiah Ahmad
Associate Professor
Kulliyyah of Engineering
Dr. Tanveer Saleh
Head of Department
Kulliyyah of Engineering
Prof. Emeritus Dato' Wira
Ir. Dr. Md. Noor Bin Salleh
Dean
Kulliyyah of Engineering
Programme Learning Outcome (PO): At the end of the programme, Students are able to:
Programme Learning Outcome (PO)
1. acquire and apply knowledge of mathematics, computers,
science, and engineering. (T)
2. have in-depth understanding and technical competency in
relevant engineering discipline. (T)
3. identify, formulate and provide solutions to engineering
problems. (T)
4. design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and
interpret data. (D)
5. analyze and design a system, component, or process to achieve
the required objectives. (A)
6. apply design principles for sustainable development. (D)
7. communicate effectively. (S)
8. function effectively as an individual and in group with the
capacity to be a leader or manager as well as an effective team
member. (S)
9. recognize the need for lifelong learning and to pursue
independent learning for professional development. (S)
10. understand the responsibility of a professional engineer in the
context of contemporary social, cultural, global and
environmental issues. (ESSE)
11. demonstrate understanding and commitment to professional
and ethical responsibilities. (ESSE)
12. understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and
societal context through broad-based education. (ESSE)
MQF Domain
Knowledge
Knowledge
Knowledge
Practical Skills
Problem Solving and
Scientific Skills
Problem Solving and
Scientific Skills
Communication, Leadership
and Team Skills
Managerial and
Entrepreneurial Skills
Information Management
and Lifelong Learning Skills
Social skills and
Responsibilities
Value, Attitudes and
Professionalism
Information Management
and Lifelong Learning Skills
The program learning outcomes (PO) are grouped into 5 general areas to identify the nature of
the skills and capability involved. These groups are:
1. Technical (T) essential capabilities related to traditional scientific and engineering
knowledge
2. Analysis (A) creatively working with available data and engineering tools and fundamental
knowledge to correctly solve basic problem
3. Design (D) being able to perceive the best solution for both small scale and large scale
project by involving all required basic problems
4. Ethics, Safety, Society and Environment (ESSE) - giving appropriate consideration to matters
pertaining to professionalism and ethics, safety, local and global society and the environment
5. Work skills (S) being and effective communicator and effective member of a team and to
appreciate the need to continuously acquired skills and abilities.
