This course introduces a broad range of non-trivial techniques and approaches for modelling and simulation of dynamic engineering systems. Techniques include discrete event models; first- and second-order system models; time, frequency and state space relations; and feedback systems. These concepts are introduced through the modelling of electrical systems, mechanical systems, energy systems, control systems, etc. Modelling software such as ExtendSim, MATLAB or Simulink will be key tools in this course.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Implement a wide range of deterministic and probabilistic system models
- Demonstrate the relationship between different types of system models
- Illustrate simple properties of dynamic systems in both time and frequency domains
- Implement system models in a simulation environment
- Evaluate the appropriate modelling paradigm(s) to describe the dynamic behaviour of real engineering systems
Work Integrated Learning
Projects
This course provides you with the opportunity to deeply engage with the course content, drive your leaning, build skills and confidence,
and perform the learned tasks more effectively.
Indicative Assessment
- Quizzes (20) [LO 1,2,3,4]
- Major Project (25) [LO 3,4,5]
- Assignments (15) [LO 3,5]
- Exams (40) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
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Workload
120 hours over the semester including all class workshops, self-directed learning, team-based project-work and individual work.
Inherent Requirements
Not applicable
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
None
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 2
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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Class summaries, if available, can be accessed by clicking on the View link for the relevant class number.
Second Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7246 | 27 Jul 2026 | 03 Aug 2026 | 31 Aug 2026 | 30 Oct 2026 | In Person | N/A |