2008-2009 Catalog - United States Air Force Academy

Engr 342. Linear Control System Analysis and Design. Formulation and analysis of the linear control problem by
transform methods. Synthesis of linear control systems emphasizing the root locus and Bode methods. Includes laboratory
analysis and synthesis with real hardware and/or MATLAB simulation.
Engr 400. Divisional Seminar. Interdisciplinary study of engineering concepts, with emphasis on applications of
fundamental principles. Includes case study, research, preparation and presentation of at least one major paper.
Engr 402. Professional Engineering Development. Review of mathematics, chemistry, mechanics of materials, statics,
dynamics, electrical circuits, thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, engineering economics in preparation for the
national Engineer-in-Training exam administered at the end of the course by the State of Colorado. A fee must be paid by the
student to take the exam; therefore, taking the exam is not required.
Engr 443. Advanced Control Theory and Design. Introduction to advanced control techniques. Topics include state-space
fundamentals, state feedback control, optimal control methods, estimation theory, and non-linear controls topics. Methods are
applied to the design of control systems for aircraft and spacecraft. MatLab TM /Simulink® will be employed in three design
projects.
Engr 495. Special Topics in Engineering. Selected topics in engineering, administered by various Engineering departments.
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