AE/ME 527
Modern Control Systems

Course Overview

This course covers modern control theory using continuous time state-space system models and implementations. State space representation is introduced, and controllability, observability, and stability are reviewed. Control structures such as PID and state feedback controllers are introduced, and applications are discussed. Advanced topics such as model predictive control, adaptive control, robust control, and Kalman filters may be introduced at the instructor's discretion. A background in classical controls and modeling of dynamic systems is recommended.

Course Details

Class Time: TR 5:15-6:30pm
Location: COB 118
Office Hours: Tuesdays 1pm-2:30pm, Thursdays 2pm-3:15pm 
                      (and by appointment)
Textbook:  Modern Control Theory
                  ISBN: 978-0135897638
                  Authors: William L. Brogan
                  Publisher: Prentice Hall
                  Publication Date: 1991
                  Edition: 3rd
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