Philadelphia University

Faculty of Engineering
Department of Mechatronics Engineering
First Semester, 2014-2015
Course Syllabus
Course Title: Modeling and Course Code: 0640327
Simulation
Course Level: 3rd Year Course Prerequisite: Dynamics and Vibration (640233)
+ Instruments and Transducers (640242)
Lecture Time: 08:15-09:45, Monday, Credit Hours: 3
Wednesday

Academic Staff Specifics

Name Rank Office Office Hours E-mail Address
Number
Dr. Mustafa Assistant Room 08:10-09:00 malkhawaldeh@philadelphia.edu.jo
Al-Khawaldeh Professor 06406 Sun, Tue ,Thu
09:45- 11:00
Mon, Wen

Course Description:
Modeling definition. Modeling of different physical systems (mechanical, fluid, thermal and
electrical). Differential and Laplace equations. State-space representation. State model from linear
graphs. Computer simulation techniques (applications using MATLAB Program). System response
and analysis. PC interface through DAQ cards.
Course Objectives:
 Knowledge of the basic steps for engineering systems design.
 Modeling of different engineering systems.
 Using typical forms for model representation.
 Understanding the measures for system performance evaluation.
 Providing engineering system analysis based on state-space models.
 Using simulation techniques to analyze the system performance.
Course Textbook:
1. Modeling, Identification and Simulation of Dynamical systems, by P.P.J. Van Den Bosch,
A.C. Van Der Klauw.
References:
1. Dynamic Modeling and Control of Engineering Systems by J. L. Shearer, B. T.,
Kulakowski, and J. F. Gardner, Sec. Ed., Prentice Hall 1997
2. Katsuhiko Ogata, System Dynamics, 4th Edition, 2004, Pearson Prentice Hall.
3. Robert L. Woods, Kent L. Lawrence, Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic Systems, 1st
Edition, 1997, Prentice Hall
Support Materials: Lecture Handouts (Notes) prepared by the Instructor.
Assignments and Laboratory Guide(s) if (applicable): Homeworks assigned by Instructor.

Teaching Methods:
 Three lectures/ week to describe and develop the core concepts of the course.
 In class problems solving
 Project discussion

Learning Outcomes:
 Knowledge and understanding
After completing this course, students should be able to:
1. Understand the procedure of engineering systems design.
2. Distinguish the physical laws applied in modeling.
3. Differentiate between different model types.
4. Know the measures for performance evaluation
5. Differentiate between different forms of model representation.

 Cognitive skills (thinking and analysis)

1. Compare between different types of models
2. Select the proper measure for system performance evaluation.
3. Analyze different model types.
4. Differentiate between different system properties.

 Practical skills (Transferable Skills)

1. Represent the system and system elements graphically.
2. Linearize nonlinear models.
3. Derive the dynamic models of different engineering systems.
4. Find the system performance.
5. Evaluate the system performance.
6. Simulate the system performance.

Assessment instruments
 Quizzes
 Assignments
 Examinations

Allocation of Marks
Assessment Instruments Mark
First Exam 20%
Second Exam 20%
Quizzes, Assignments 20%
Final Exam 40%
Total 100%

Documentation and academic honesty:

 Documentation style (with illustrative examples)
 Protection by copyright
 Avoiding plagiarism
 Course academic calendar
Week Basic and support material to be covered Assignments/ reports
and their due dates
(1) Introduction to engineering system design; classification
of systems and models, linearization of no-linear models.
(2) Principles of modeling, modeling of electrical systems.
(3) Modeling of mechanical systems in pure translational Quiz 1
motion.
(4) Modeling of mechanical systems in pure rotational
motion; modeling of mechanical systems in translational-
rotational motion.
(5) Modeling of geared mechanical systems.
(6) Modeling of hydraulic systems.
First
Examination
(7) Modeling of pneumatic systems.
(8) Modeling of thermal systems.
(9) Model representation, configuration form
(10) Model representation, input/ output equation Quiz 2
(11) Model representation, state-space model
(12) Model representation, transfer matrix
(13) System analysis using state-space models.
Second
Examination
(14) Solving state-space equation
(15) System performance indicators Quiz 3
(16) Final Examination

Expected workload:
On average, students need to spend two hours of study and preparation for each 50-minute lecture/
tutorial.

Attendance policy:
Absence from lectures and/ or tutorials shall not exceed 15%. Students who exceed the 15% limit
without a medical or emergency excuse acceptable to and approved by the Dean of the relevant
college/ faculty shall not be allowed to take the final examination and shall receive a mark of zero
for the course. If the excuse is approved by the Dean, the student shall be considered to have
withdrawn from the course. The student is responsible for all assignments on a weekly basis. No
make-up will be given for missed quizzes, tests or assignments.