Analytical and numerical solutions to differential equations. Transient, steady-state, and frequency responses. Modeling will include computer simulations utilizing the Simulink and Matlab software packages. Control system design via Pole Placement. Teams usually involve computer science majors in the fall.
Projects usually involve electromechanical products under the control of a microcontroller.
Topics include team, project, and time management, conflict resolution, literature searches, experimental design, oral and written reports. Four hours of lab per week. Teams only involve engineering majors in the spring. Assessment, analysis, improvements of the product. Culmination in a poster presentation and a formal written design report that becomes the Senior Thesis.