UnitLevel 3Undergraduate

ECE3133 Control systems

Faculty of Engineering

ECE3133 Control systems is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2027 in Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia. It needs ECE2111 and ENG2005 and unlocks 2 units.

Credit points: 6
Offered in 2027: Semester 2; Clayton, Malaysia
Assessment: Exam 60%; and 4 other tasks
Workload: 144 hours; per semester

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Requisites

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After ECE3133

2 units list ECE3133 as a prerequisite or corequisite.

Enrolment rules

E6011 Master of Professional Engineering - You are exempt from the prerequisite rule if you are enrolled in this course.

Overview

This unit introduces the fundamental principles and techniques used in the analysis and design of control systems. Feedback is presented as a key mechanism for achieving predictable system behaviour that meets specified performance objectives. Specifically, the unit explores the modelling of dynamical systems using differential and difference equations, transfer functions, and state-space representations. Foundational concepts in control system analysis and design are developed, including poles and zeros, transient and steady-state behaviour, and reachability and observability. The notions of bounded-input bounded-output (BIBO), internal, and robust stability are introduced. You will gain an understanding of PID control, as well as state and output feedback techniques. Graphical methods such as root locus, Bode plots, and Nyquist plots are introduced as tools for analysing parameter variation, frequency
response, and system stability. The unit also covers discrete-time (sampled-data) control systems and introduces emulation-based design methods.

Offerings in 2027

Teaching period	Campus	Mode
Second semester	Clayton	On campus
Second semester	Malaysia	On campus

Assessment

Knowledge checksQuiz / Test
2%
Project
18%
Consolidation testsQuiz / Test
20%
Final ExaminationExamination
60%
Lifelong learning exerciseExerciseCompetency hurdle
-

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1
Construct mathematical descriptions of, and controllers for, closed-loop feedback systems using state-space, transfer function and differential/difference equation models.
2
Analyse the stability and dynamic performance of control systems in order to verify that they meet design specifications.
3
Draw upon literature to describe key developments and future directions in the theory or application of control systems.

Workload and teaching

Practical activities24 hours
Workshops24 hours
Teaching approachProblem-based learning
Teaching approachActive learning
Teaching approachSimulation or virtual practice

The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.

This unit includes problem-based learning approaches, where you will apply your knowledge and skills to develop solutions in response to a problem or set of problems.

Throughout the workshops, you will participate in activities, such as polling, group-based problem-solving and computational tasks, to develop your conceptual understanding and computational skills.

Computational tools are will be used extensively to simulate, analyse and design control systems.

Where it fits

ECE3133 is part of 2 areas of study in the 2027 handbook.

Contacts

Chief Examiners: Dr Wynita Griggs
Unit Coordinators: Dr Yin Jou Khong; Dr Wynita Griggs

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for ECE3133?

You need ECE2111 and ENG2005 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.

What can I take after ECE3133?

ECE3133 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 2 units, including ECE4055 and ECE5155.

When is ECE3133 offered?

In 2027, ECE3133 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia.

How much work is ECE3133?

The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.

Does ECE3133 have an exam?

Yes. The exam is worth 60% of the final mark, alongside 4 other tasks.

Which majors and minors include ECE3133?

ECE3133 is part of Biomedical engineering; and Electrical and computer systems engineering.

More details

Credit points: 6
Level: 3
Study level: Undergraduate
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
Organisational unit: Department of Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering

Type: Coursework
EFTSL: 0.125
Student contribution: SCA Band 2
Study abroad: Available
Handbook years: 2027