Advanced Control
Short Course
A pre-requisite for this course is that you either attend the Control Systems module, or demonstrate you have relevant prior experiential learning.
Course Aims
To show how to use control theory to analyse and design advanced control systems for industrial problems such as trajectory tracking, disturbance rejection, optimisation and digital implementation. The particular aspects covered by the module will be:
- Multivariable control systems
- Analysis and design of discrete-time systems with particular emphasis on state-space methods
- Introduction to stochastic control
- Predictive control
- Non-linear control methods
- Sliding mode control
- Embedded implementation of control systems
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
- Analyse multivariable control systems
- Design controllers for linear discrete-time systems using state-space methods
- Design predictive and LQ optimal controllers
- Analyse non-linear control systems
- Use rapid prototyping control design tools
Contribution to UK-SPEC Outcomes
- Knowledge of characteristics of particular equipment, processes or products
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of a wide range of engineering materials and components
- A comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles of mechanical and related engineering disciplines
- A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of mathematical models relevant to the mechanical and related engineering disciplines, and an appreciation of their limitations
Important Notice
All courses are subject to availability.
English language competency
Candidates whose first language is not English will be required to show evidence of an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent.
Duration
February - Monday to Friday,
09:00 - 17:00 (1 Week)
Assessment (credit-bearing attendance only)
Coursework and Examination
Credit-bearing fees
£900 (UK/EU), £1200 (International)
Non credit-bearing fees
£750 (UK/EU), £1050 (International)
Resit fees
£150
Note
Fees include course materials and access to relevant specialist software and laboratories.
Discounts may be available for multiple bookings (courses or delegates attending) - please call +44 (0) 20 8417 7488 for details.
How To Apply
Download the Short Course application form and post the completed form to us. Please ensure you have read the Short Course Policies document.
Contact
Paul Williams
Faculty of Science, Engineering and Computing
Paul.Williams@kingston.ac.uk
Please Note
University regulations (Section 5.2 of 'Awards of the University, September 2007') contain certain restrictions on using modules taken as short courses as credit towards a qualification. For further information, please contact the Short Course Unit.