MAE3408 Aerospace control
Faculty of Engineering
MAE3408 Aerospace control is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering. It isn't offered in 2026. It needs MAE2402 and (MAE3404 or TRC3200) and unlocks 2 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Not offered
- Assessment
- Exam 60%
- and 3 other tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
The 2027 handbook has no page for MAE3408. This is its 2026 entry, the latest one.
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Requisites
Before MAE3408
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After MAE3408
2 units list MAE3408 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Overview
This unit commences with the modelling of various dynamic engineering systems, followed by the analysis of their transient and steady-state responses. More sophisticated analytical methods such as root locus and frequency response will be explored and will build the foundation for controller design in the future. Modelling via state-space methods will also be briefly covered.
Offerings in 2026
The 2026 handbook lists no offerings for MAE3408.
Assessment
- AssignmentsWrittenThreshold hurdle32%
- PracticalsWrittenThreshold hurdle5%
- LaboratoryDemonstrationThreshold hurdle3%
- Final assessmentExaminationThreshold hurdle60%
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
Value the significance and relevance of systems and associated control in engineering
- 2
Formulate linear dynamic mathematical models of various systems (mechanical, electrical, fluid, hydraulic and pneumatic) as well as graphical models (such as block diagrams and signal flow graphs) using time-domain, frequency-domain and state-space techniques together with the unified concept of resistance, capacitance and inertia/inductance
- 3
Calculate the response of systems as a function of time using classical differential equation solution, Laplace transforms and state-space method
- 4
Analyse the stability and dynamic performance of a system using root locus and Bode plot methods, and calculate system parameters to achieve the desired dynamic response
- 5
Recognise the effects of non-linearity in systems and accept the limitations of the use of linear models as approximations
- 6
Formulate solutions using computer-based techniques (such as Matlab)
Workload and teaching
- Teaching approachCase-based teaching
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- Teaching approachActive learning
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.
Learning resources
Required resources
Computer system with appropriate apps such as zoom, etc. Further, MATLAB is required for the digital simulation laboratory.
Common questions
What can I take after MAE3408?
MAE3408 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 2 units, including TRC4200 and TRC4800.
When is MAE3408 offered?
MAE3408 has no offerings listed in the 2026 handbook.
How much work is MAE3408?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does MAE3408 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 60% of the final mark, alongside 3 other tasks.