What This Document Is
This is a detailed class plan for EE128: Feedback Control Systems, offered at the University of California, Berkeley. It outlines the structure and content of the course, providing a comprehensive overview for prospective and enrolled students. It serves as a roadmap for the semester, detailing the progression of topics and expectations for assessment.
Why This Document Matters
This class plan is essential for anyone considering taking EE128 or currently registered in the course. It’s particularly valuable for students wanting to understand the course’s scope, prerequisites, and how their performance will be evaluated. Reviewing this plan *before* the semester begins allows for proactive preparation, and referencing it throughout the course helps maintain focus on key learning objectives. Students can use this to align their study habits with the course’s schedule and prioritize areas of focus.
Topics Covered
* Fundamental principles of control systems
* Mathematical modeling techniques for dynamic systems (electrical & mechanical)
* Analysis of system stability using various criteria
* Design methodologies including root locus and frequency response techniques
* State-space representation and its application to control design
* Digital control system design and implementation
* Controller design using PID controllers, lead/lag compensation, and state feedback
* Concepts of controllability and observability
What This Document Provides
* A clear course description outlining the core learning objectives.
* A list of required textbooks for the course.
* A breakdown of the grading components and their respective weights (homework, lab work, midterm, final exam).
* A week-by-week syllabus outlining the planned schedule of topics.
* Contact information for the course instructor.
* An overview of the prerequisite knowledge needed for success in the course.
