ECE 6780
Multivariable Control Theory
Introduction to multivariable feedback control theory in both time and frequency domain. Topics include model-based control, performance limitations, Linear Quadratic and H-infinity optimal control, control synthesis vis convex optimization, and model predictive control. Additional topics at the discretion of the instructor.
Topics
- Students will be able to learn how to model dynamical systems for multivariable control by case studies.
- Students will be able to know state-space representation, transfer function matrix and transition matrix approaches.
- Students will be able to understand optimal control theory via case studies in linear quadratic regulator (LQR) and implicit model following (IMF).
- Students will be able to learn robust control theory including H-infinity control design.
- Students will be able to know adaptive control approaches including gain scheduling and model-reference adaptive systems (MRAS).
- Students will be able to gain a further understanding of modern control approaches including model predictive control (MPC), mu-synthesis, sliding mode control and feedback linearization in an independent project.
Official roster learning outcomes
Prerequisites & course information
MAE 5780 and ECE 6210.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027
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Catalogue variants
- Multivariable Control Theory · 4.0 · Graduate