Control Engineering and LabVIEW

Mathematical modeling of physical systems. Transfer function and Laplace descriptions. S-plane analysis. Frequency responses. Regulator types. Series compensation. Methods for calculating controller parameters. MatLab and LabView.

Knowledge - The candidate is able to:

• Explain the function and purpose of the individual components in a control loop.
• Explain the relationships between the different forms of representation such as differential equations, block diagram, transfer function, frequency response and step response.
• Explain the concepts of steady-state and dynamic deviation, response time and stability, and how these properties can be specified.
• Explain the impact of the choice of controller parameters on steady-state and dynamic deviation, response time and stability.

Skills - The candidate is able to:

• Calculate a mathematical model for some simple dynamic systems based on measurements of the system and theoretical physical laws.
• Represent dynamic processes using differential equations, block diagram, transfer functions, frequency responses and step responses.
• Calculate controller parameters for a closed-loop control system.
• Analyze the properties of a control system.
• Perform simulations in Matlab and programming in LabView.

General competence - The candidate is able to:

• Use modern computer tools as an aid within all of the aforementioned skill areas.

Lectures. Math and programming exercises. Supervision.

Mandatory exercises that include math and programming exercises and simulation. The number of exercises is stated at the start of the semester. The mandatory activities must be submitted according to the stated deadlines and must be approved in order to be able to take the exam.