Program Overview

Introduction to the Module

The module "Problem Based Problem Organised Learning in Control of a Hydraulically Actuated Mechanical Structure (INTRO)" is a 10 ECTS project module that focuses on problem-based learning methods as applied at Aalborg University.

Content, Progress, and Pedagogy of the Module

Learning Objectives

Knowledge

• Have knowledge and comprehension within the Problem-Based Learning methods, as it is applied at Aalborg University.
• Have knowledge and analytical skills within project work in connection with problems in the areas of mechatronic control engineering.
• Have knowledge about mechanical structures with complex dynamics and elements with non-linear behaviour.

Skills

• Be able to apply identification methods for determining system dynamics, when system information is not available.
• Be able to apply the fundamental aspects of non-linear control theory and enable him/her to utilise the available system information to apply selected non-linear control methods on the considered system.
• Be able to verify the models and the simulations by measurement in the laboratory or from existing data.

Competences

• Be able to control the working and development process within the project theme, and be able to develop new solutions within the area of control of hydraulic actuated mechanical structures.
• Independently be able to define and analyse scientific problems within the area of control of hydraulic actuated mechanical structures, and based on that make and state the reasons for decisions made.
• Independently be able to continue own development in competence and specialisation.

Type of Instruction

The module involves problem-based project-oriented project work in groups. During the project period, students should be able to plan and structure the project work, work in groups, and solve conflicts. The project takes its base in a hydraulically actuated mechanical system, which is to be controlled as a feedback system. Models of both the mechanical structure and the actuation system are made, and system identification methods should be used for critical parts where no component/system information is available.

Extent and Expected Workload

Since it is a 10 ECTS project module, the workload is expected to be 300 hours for the student.

Exam

Exams

• Name of exam: Problem Based Problem Organised Learning in Control of a Hydraulically Actuated Mechanical Structure.
• Type of exam: Oral exam based on a project.
• ECTS: 10.
• Assessment: 7-point grading scale.
• Type of grading: Internal examination.
• Criteria of assessment: The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures.

Additional Information

This module is for students with a Bachelor's degree from another university than Aalborg University heading for the specialisation in Mechatronic Control Engineering.

Facts about the Module

• Danish title: Problembaseret projektorganiseret læring i styring og regulering af et hydraulisk aktueret mekanisk system (INTRO).
• Module code: N-EE-K1-6.
• Module type: Project.
• Duration: 1 semester.
• Semester: Autumn.
• ECTS: 10.
• Language of instruction: English.
• Empty-place Scheme: Yes.
• Location of the lecture: Campus Aalborg.
• Responsible for the module: Dong Wang.

Organisation

• Study Board: Study Board of Energy.
• Department: Department of Energy Technology.
• Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Science.