MAE3408 Aerospace control
Faculty of Engineering
MAE3408 Aerospace control is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2021 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It needs MAE3404 and unlocks 2 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2026 entry.
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Requisites
Before MAE3408
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
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 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- AssignmentsThreshold hurdle32%
- Laboratory and practical worksThreshold hurdle8%
- Final assessmentThreshold hurdle60%
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
- Laboratories3 hours
- Practical activities24 hours
- Lectures12 hours
- 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.
Lectures will be delivered - recorded lectures. Practicals will be mix of on-campus and online. The lab sessions will be remotely delivered.
Learning resources
Required resources
Computer system with appropriate apps such as zoom, etc. Further, MATLAB is required for the digital simulation laboratory.
Where it fits
MAE3408 is part of 1 area of study in the 2021 handbook.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Professor Bijan Shirinzadeh
- Chief Examiners
- Professor Bijan Shirinzadeh
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MAE3408?
You need MAE3404 before you enrol.
What can I take after MAE3408?
MAE3408 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 2 units, including MEC4418 and TRC4200.
When is MAE3408 offered?
In 2021, MAE3408 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
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?
No. MAE3408 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include MAE3408?
MAE3408 is part of Aerospace engineering.