What This Document Is
This is a midterm examination for EE C128: Feedback Control Systems, a course offered at the University of California, Berkeley. It assesses understanding of core principles and techniques used in analyzing and designing control systems. The exam is designed to evaluate a student’s ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical engineering problems.
Why This Document Matters
This resource is invaluable for students currently enrolled in a feedback control systems course, or those preparing for similar examinations. It’s particularly useful for self-assessment, identifying knowledge gaps, and practicing problem-solving skills under exam conditions. Reviewing a completed exam – once you’ve gained access – can help refine your approach to tackling complex control systems challenges and understanding the expected level of rigor. It’s best utilized *after* substantial study of course materials and completion of assigned homework.
Topics Covered
* DC Motor Modeling and Control
* Pendulum System Analysis & Linearization
* Controller Design (PD Control)
* Disturbance Rejection & Stability Analysis
* Root Locus Analysis
* Transfer Function Representation & System Stability
* State-Space Representation (Nonlinear Systems)
What This Document Provides
* A comprehensive set of problems covering a range of fundamental control systems concepts.
* Opportunities to practice applying theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, such as conveyor belt control and pendulum stabilization.
* Problems requiring both analytical calculations and qualitative analysis (e.g., root locus sketching).
* A benchmark for understanding the expected depth of knowledge and problem-solving skills for this course.
* A variety of system representations, including block diagrams and transfer functions.
