Course syllabus - Control and Regulation of Energy Systems

Objectives

Energy systems are characterized by dynamic processes. Control and regulation techniques are used to manage and regulate dynamic processes. The purpose of the course is to understand the behaviors of dynamic processes and systems, describe basic concepts in control systems, introduce mathematical methods for the development and analysis of control systems for energy engineering applications, and implement basic controllers.

Learning outcomes

1. independently carry out practical tests and theoretical analyses to identify dynamic systems
2. understand and apply transform theory and transfer functions for analysis of dynamic systems
3. model, simulate and analyze dynamic systems with computer programs such as Matlab and Simulink
4. design and verify regulators for energy engineering applications
5. implement and test controllers in a lab environment

Course content

Transform theory for dynamic systems. Transfer function. Methods for identification and modeling. Simulation. Frequency analysis. Regulation methods, PLC programming, PID and discrete controllers.

Specific requirements

30 credits from an energy engineering program

Examination

Assignment (INL1), 2 credits, grade: 3, 4 or 5. Learning outcome: 2, 3, 4

Laboratory (LAB1), 2 credits, grade: Pass (G) or Fail (U). Learning outcome: 1, 5
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Written examination (TEN1), 3,5 credtis, grade: 3, 4 or 5. Learning outcome: 1, 2, 4

A student who has a certificate from MDU regarding a disability has the opportunity to submit a request for supportive measures during written examinations or other forms of examination, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations for Examinations at First-cycle and Second-cycle Level at Mälardalen University (2020/1655). It is the examiner who takes decisions on any supportive measures, based on what kind of certificate is issued, and in that case which measures are to be applied.

Suspicions of attempting to deceive in examinations (cheating) are reported to the Vice-Chancellor, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance, and are examined by the University’s Disciplinary Board. If the Disciplinary Board considers the student to be guilty of a disciplinary offence, the Board will take a decision on disciplinary action, which will be a warning or suspension.

Grade

Pass with distinction, Pass with credit, Pass, Fail

Interim Regulations and Other Regulations

Overlaps with ERA113 - 7.5 credits.