ECE2010 Control Systems L T P J C

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Version : 2.00
Pre-requisite: ECE1004 Signals and Systems
Objectives:
 This course will provide the students with an overview of the fundamental concepts in control
systems and their applications
Expected Outcome:
1. Having an ability to apply mathematics and science in engineering applications
2. Having a clear understanding of the subject related concepts and of contemporary issues
3. Having an ability to be socially intelligent with good SIQ (Social Intelligence Quotient) and EQ
(Emotional Quotient)
5. Having design thinking capability
9. Having problem solving ability- solving social issues and engineering problems

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): 1,2,5,13,14

Module:1 Introduction to Control Systems: 3 hours SLO:

1,2
Basic block diagram of control system, Control schemes – Open loop and closed loop, Applications and
scope.

Module:2 Mathematical Modeling of Physical Systems: 8 hours SLO:

1,2,5
Differential equation, Difference equation, and State variable representations, Mathematical modeling of
electrical and mechanical systems, Equivalence between the elements of different types of systems,
Transfer function, Block diagram – Manipulation of block diagrams, Open loop transfer function and
closed loop transfer function, Signal flow graph.

Module:3 Controller and Compensator Design: 8 hours SLO:

1,2,5
Controllers – P, PI, PID controllers, Realization of basic compensators, Cascade compensation in time
domain and frequency domain, Feedback compensation, Design of lag, lead, lag-lead series compensator,
Introduction to control system components: DC and AC Servo motors, Stepper motor andSynchros.

Module:4 Time Domain Response: 6 hours SLO:

1,2,5
Steady state and transient response, Time domain specifications, Types of test inputs, Response of first
order and second order systems, Steady state error, error constants, generalized error coefficient.

Module:5 Characterization of Systems: 4 hours SLO:

Stability – Concept and definition, Poles, Zeros, Order and Type of systems; R-H criteria, Root locus
analysis.

Module:6 Frequency Domain Response: 8 hours SLO:

1,2
Frequency response – Performance specifications in the frequency domain, Phase margin and gain
margin, Bode plot, Polar plot and Nyquist plot, Stability analysis in frequency domain.

Module:7 State Space Analysis: 6 hours SLO:

1,2,5
Concept of state and state variable, Modeling of systems using state variables, Coordinate transformations
and canonical realizations, Solution of state variables, Controllability and observability.
Module:8 Contemporary Issues: 2 hours SLO:
2

Total Lecture: 45 hours

Text Books:
1. Norman S. Nise, “Control Systems Engineering”, John Wiley & Sons, 6th Edition, 2010.

Reference Books:
1. I.J. Nagarth and M. Gopal, “Control Systems Engineering”, New Age International, 5th Edition,
2011.
2. K. Ogata, “Modern Control Engineering”, Pearson Education, 5th Edition, 2011.
3. FaridGolnaraghi and Benjamin C Kuo, “Automatic Control Systems”, John Wiley & Sons, 9th
Edition, 2009.
4. R.C. Dorf and R.H. Bishop, “Modern Control Systems”, Pearson Education, 12th Edition, 2014.

Typical Projects: SLO : 13

 A Wearable Medical Alert System
 Obstacle Detection System based Navigation
 Mobile Phone based Remote Home Control System
 Auto Intensity Control of Street Lights
 Designing of DC Motor Speed Control Unit
 Auto Power Supply Control System from 4 Different Sources (Solar, Mains, Generator &
Inverter) to Ensure No Break Power
 Automatic Bell System for Institutions
 Design of Inverted Pendulum
 An Intelligent Road Traffic Control System
 Thermoelectric Heater And Cooler Using A Peltier Assembly
 Electronic Walking Stick For Vision Impaired People
 Speed Controlled Rotating Table
 Smart Door Controlling Mechanism
 PC-based PID speed control in DC motor
 Anti-Theft Wireless Alarm

Date of Approval by the Academic Council 18.03.16