Prerequisite/Recommended prerequisite for participation in the module

The module builds on knowledge obtained through the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Engineering (Electronics and IT) education at Aalborg University. In particular, qualifications equivalent to those obtained through the BSc in Engineering with specialization in Control Engineering is recommended.

Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Students who complete the module: have implemented a controller for a system with multiple inputs and outputs involving the use of a network. One aim is that the student should be able to design and analyse commonly used networks and protocols with focus on their real time properties. A second aim is that the student is able to design and implement classical solutions for multivariable control along with modern state space solutions including state feedback and feedback from observed states. Special attention is given to the implication of timing and timing variations in the network on the control behavior

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• Must have knowledge about common control structures
• Must have knowledge about common communication standards, protocols and network topologies
• Must be able to understand network system models

Skills

• Must be able to implement a control system using a selected network standard and analyse timing properties relevant for the control system behavior
• Must be able to design and implement classic and modern controllers for a multivariable system and analyse closed loop properties like pole placement, disturbance rejection and reference following.
• Can explain the process of and criteria for peer reviewed scientific communications
• Can write a paper for a scientific conference/journal
• Can prepare and give an oral and poster presentation for a scientific conference

Competences

• Must have competencies in analysis and design of control of systems in state space formulation including state feedback and observer design.
• Must have competencies in design and implementation of distributed real time systems and real time requirements for control systems.

Type of instruction

As described in the introduction to Chapter 3.

Exam

Exams

Name of exam	Networked Control Systems
Type of exam	Oral exam based on a project
ECTS	15
Assessment	7-point grading scale
Type of grading	Internal examination
Criteria of assessment	As stated in Joint Programme Regulations http:/​/​www.en.tech.aau.dk/​education-programmes/​Education+and+Programmes/​