Istanbul Health and Technology University INFORMATION PACKAGE / COURSE CATALOGUE
| Mechanical Engineering (English) | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
Course General Introduction Information
| Course Code: | MCH204 | ||||
| Course Name: | System Dynamics and Control | ||||
| Course Semester: | Spring | ||||
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| Language of instruction: | EN | ||||
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| Does the Course Require Work Experience?: | No | ||||
| Type of course: | Necessary | ||||
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| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face | ||||
| Course Coordinator : | Öğr.Gör. CÜNEYT ERTAL | ||||
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Course Purpose and Content
| Course Objectives: | Understand the fundamental principles of system dynamics and control, including the analysis and modeling of dynamic systems across diverse domains. Develop proficiency in mathematical modeling techniques for describing the behavior of dynamic systems using differential equations, transfer functions, and state-space representations. Explore concepts of stability and control objectives, and learn how to analyze the stability of dynamic systems and design control strategies to achieve |
| Course Content: | This course provides an introduction to system dynamics and control, covering fundamental principles and practical applications across various domains. Students will learn to analyze dynamic systems using mathematical models, explore stability and control objectives, and apply classical and modern control techniques to achieve desired system behavior. Through lectures, tutorials, and hands-on exercises, students will gain the skills necessary to design and manipulate dynamic systems in fields such as robotics, aerospace engineering, and industrial automation. |
Learning Outcomes
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The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Students will grasp the fundamental concepts underlying the design, analysis, and operation of mechanical systems, including kinematics, dynamics, and component interactions. 2) Students will effectively use GeoGebra, MotionGen.io, and GIM software to analyze and model the motion of mechanisms, developing practical skills in digital simulation and visualization. 3) Students will apply engineering principles and optimization techniques to design mechanisms that meet specified performance criteria, such as efficiency, reliability, and safety, utilizing advanced software tools for design validation. 4) Students will assess the performance of mechanisms by analyzing factors such as forces, torques, and vibrations using software simulations, and propose design modifications or optimizations to enhance functionality. 5) Students will leverage their understanding of mechanism design and analysis to solve practical engineering challenges in diverse industries, utilizing modern tools and technologies. |
Course Flow Plan
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Definition, classification, and importance of dynamic systems. | |
| 2) | Time-domain and frequency-domain analysis techniques; Introduction to mathematical modeling. | |
| 3) | Modeling dynamic systems with differential equations. | |
| 4) | Transfer functions and state-space representations. | |
| 5) | Concept of stability and stability analysis techniques. | |
| 6) | Bifurcations and chaos; relationship of dynamic systems with stability. | |
| 7) | Introduction to control systems, feedback control. | |
| 8) | Control objectives, performance criteria, and classical control techniques. | |
| 9) | PID control and its applications. | |
| 10) | Root locus method and frequency response analysis. | |
| 11) | State feedback control. | |
| 12) | Optimal control theory and its applications. | |
| 13) | Students develop a project using system dynamics and control principles and present their findings to the class. |
Sources
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Modern Control Engineering, Katsuhiko Ogata. |
| References: | Feedback Control of Dynamic Systems, Gene F. Franklin, J. Da Powell, and Abbas Emami-Naeini. Control Systems Engineering, Norman S. Nise. System Dynamics, William J. Palm III. |
Course - Learning Outcome Relationship
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Medium | 3 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Having advanced theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources containing current information in the field. | |
| 2) | Ability to use advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field. | |
| 3) | Ability to interpret and evaluate data, identify and analyze problems, and develop solution suggestions based on research and evidence, using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field. | |
| 4) | To be able to inform relevant people and institutions on issues related to the field; Ability to convey thoughts and solution suggestions to problems in written and oral form. | |
| 5) | Ability to share one's thoughts on issues related to one's field and solutions to problems, supported by quantitative and qualitative data, with experts and non-experts. | |
| 6) | Ability to organize and implement projects and events for the social environment in which one lives with awareness of social responsibility. | |
| 7) | Ability to monitor knowledge in the field and communicate with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level. | |
| 8) | Ability to use information and communication technologies along with computer software at least at the Advanced Level of the European Computer Usage License required by the field. | |
| 9) | Acting in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values during the collection, interpretation, application and announcement of the results of data related to the field. | |
| 10) | Having sufficient awareness about the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture and protection of cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety. | |
| 11) | Ability to evaluate the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field with a critical approach. | |
| 12) | Ability to identify learning needs and direct learning | |
| 13) | Being able to develop a positive attitude towards lifelong learning. | |
| 14) | Ability to independently carry out an advanced study related to the field. | |
| 15) | Ability to take responsibility individually and as a team member to solve unforeseen complex problems encountered in field-related applications. | |
| 16) | Ability to plan and manage activities aimed at the development of the employees under his/her responsibility within the framework of a project. |
Learning Activity and Teaching Methods
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Measurement and Evaluation Methods and Criteria
Assessment & Grading
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Quizzes | 3 | % 20 |
| Homework Assignments | 4 | % 20 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 20 |
| Final | 1 | % 40 |
| total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
| total | % 100 | |
İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması
| Activities | Number of Activities | Aktiviteye Hazırlık | Aktivitede Harçanan Süre | Aktivite Gereksinimi İçin Süre | Workload | ||
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 | ||||
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 3 | 42 | ||||
| Homework Assignments | 14 | 3 | 42 | ||||
| Quizzes | 5 | 3 | 15 | ||||
| Midterms | 1 | 10 | 10 | ||||
| Final | 1 | 10 | 10 | ||||
| Total Workload | 161 | ||||||