Program Overview

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Introduction to the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS) at UC Berkeley

The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS) at UC Berkeley offers one of the strongest research and instructional programs in this field anywhere in the world.

Academics

Undergraduate Admissions & Programs

• CS Major
• EECS Major
• EECS/CS Program Comparison Chart
• Second Bachelor's Degree
• Summer Research
• Cal Day

Graduate Admissions & Programs

• Grad Admissions FAQ
• Industry-Oriented Programs
• Research-Oriented Programs
• Fellowships
• Adding the EECS/CS M.S. From Another Department
• Recommended Coursework

Courses

• EE Courses
• CS Courses

Research

Research Overview

Research is the foundation of Berkeley EECS. Faculty, students, and staff work together on cutting-edge projects that cross disciplinary boundaries to improve everyday life and make a difference.

Areas

• Control, Intelligent Systems, and Robotics (CIR)

Centers & Labs

• Various centers and labs are available for research purposes.

People

Faculty

• In Memoriam

Students

• Student Awards
• Student Organizations

Staff

• Student Affairs
• Faculty Support
• Course Support
• Facilities and Engineering Services
• Financial Services
• HR
• IT Support
• Industrial & Public Relations

Alumni

• EE Distinguished Alumni
• CS Distinguished Alumni

Course Details: EE C128

Course Description

Analysis and synthesis of linear feedback control systems in transform and time domains. Control system design by root locus, frequency response, and state space methods. Applications to electro-mechanical and mechatronics systems.

Units

4

Also Offered As

MEC ENG C134

Prerequisites

EECS 16A or MEC ENG 100; MEC ENG 132 or EL ENG 120.

Formats

• Fall: 3.0 hours of lecture, 1.0 hours of discussion, and 3.0 hours of laboratory per week
• Spring: 3.0 hours of lecture, 1.0 hours of discussion, and 3.0 hours of laboratory per week

Grading Basis

Letter

Final Exam Status

Written final exam conducted during the scheduled final exam period

Class Schedule (Fall 2025)

EE C128/221A – TuTh 09:30-10:59, Soda 306 – Claire Jennifer Tomlin, Murat Arcak, Sosale Shankar Sastry

Class Notes

Phase 1 and 2 seats are open to EECS, CS, and non-EECS COE majors. Remaining seats open during the adjustment period. Enrollment Permission seats are reserved for internal programs and are not open.