ECE2010 Control Systems L T P J C

3 0 0 4 4
Prerequisite: ECE1004 -Signals and Systems
MAT2002 - Applications of Differential and Difference Equations

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 and Synchros.

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 andM. 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