1.
Course Number and Course Title:
MCE 328 – Dynamic Systems
2. Credit Hours:
3–0–3
3. Prerequisite(s) and/or Co-Requisites:
MTH 205 Differential Equations, MCE 222 Dynamics, and ELE 225 Electric Circuits
and Devices
4. Name and Contact Information of Instructor:
Dr. Samir Emam
Email:
[email protected] Office: ESB 2077
Phone: 06 515 4919
Office hours: 2-3 pm M-R
5. Course Description (Catalog Description):
Covers modeling, analysis, and measurement of mechanical damped and undamped,
forced and free vibrations in single and multiple degree-of-freedom dynamic systems.
The processes of energy storage and dissipation, which are common for the different
kinds of dynamic systems, will be emphasized and analogous elements will be addressed
when modeling different dynamic systems. Introduction to basic concepts in system
theory such as system state and stability. Elements of frequency response. Fourier and
Laplace transform techniques. Total response from partial fraction expansion.
6. Textbook and other Supplemental Material:
Primary: Modeling and Analysis of Dynamic Systems, 3rd edition, Ramin Esfandiari
and Bei Lu, CRC press, 2018.
Reference: Modeling and Analysis of Dynamic Systems, C. M. Close, D.H. Frederick,
and J.C. Newell, 3rd edition, John Wiley and Sons.
Other Resources: MATLAB
7. Learning Outcomes: This course requires the student to demonstrate the following:
1. Identify relevant mathematical, physical, or systems principles
o Identify relevant physical principles needed to formulate mechanical, electrical,
fluidic, or electromechanical system
o Use of linear time invariant system principles
2. Formulate problems based upon applicable principles and/or theorems
o Formulate mathematical models for mechanical (translational and rotational),
electrical, fluid, thermal, and electromechanical systems.
o Mathematical model linearization
3. Select an effective method and perform necessary calculations to solve the problem
o Obtain transfer function of the system
o Obtain a state-space model of the system
o Simulate the transient and steady-state response of dynamic systems
4. Analyze the results
o Analyze transient, steady-state, and frequency response of linear dynamic systems
o Obtain frequency response of the system
o Derive dynamics system specifications in the time domain and in the frequency
domain.
5. Able to use computer software and CAD packages to solve engineering problem
o Use Matlab and Matlab-Simulink for dynamic system simulation
8. Teaching and Learning Methodologies:
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Include lectures and problem and project based learning (homework and team project) and class
discussions.
9. Course Topics and Schedule: Week
Introduction to dynamic systems and scope of course 1
Degrees of freedom, Translational Mechanical Systems 2
Rotational Mechanical Systems 3
Standard Forms of Dynamical System Models: 4
(state-space form)
Standard Forms: transfer functions and I/O equations 5/MAKEUP
Electrical Systems - MT1 6
Electromechanical Systems / Linearization 7
System Response: Time Domain – 1st order systems 8/MAKEUP
System Response: Time Domain – 2nd order systems 9
System Response: Frequency Domain – 1st order systems –MT2 10/MAKEUP
System Response: Frequency Domain – 2nd order systems 11
Thermal and Fluid Systems 12
Project presentation and review 13
Final Exam 14
10. Out-of-Class Assignments with Due Dates:
HW # 1 Translational Mechanical Systems
HW # 2 Rotational Mechanical Systems
HW # 3 Electrical and Electromechanical Systems
HW # 4 Standard Forms for System Models
HW # 5 Linearization
HW # 6 Time response
All homework assignments are due one week after the assigned date. The assignments must be submitted
at the beginning of class on the assigned date.
11. Student Evaluation:
Assessment Weight Due Date
Homework and Quizzes 15% Ass assigned
Two Midterm Exams 45% W 7 and W12: class time
Ongoing Multi-Task Project 10% As assigned
Final Exam 30% As scheduled by the Registrar
12. Grade Distribution:
A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D F
≥ 93 ≥ 89 ≥ 85 ≥ 80 ≥ 75 ≥ 70 ≥ 65 ≥ 60 ≥ 50 < 50
Estimated Content:
General education: 0 credits
Math and basic science: 1 credits
Engineering topics: 2 credits (significant engineering design content)
13. Contribution of Course to Program Outcomes
Program outcome Emphasis
Mapping
in this
to POs
course
(a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering 1-4 H
(b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and
interpret data
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(c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired
needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social,
political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
(d) an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
(e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems 1,2 H
(f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
(g) an ability to communicate effectively
(h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering
solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
(i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
(j) a knowledge of contemporary issues
(k) an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools
5 M
necessary for engineering practice.
Emphasis: H – High; M – Moderate; L – Low; Blank – Nothing specific expected
DM -Direct Measures
14. Course Learning Outcomes & Assessment
Assessment Instrument CLOs Assessed
Quizzes, HWs, Project O1 – O7
Midterm #1 Exam O1 – O3
Midterm #2 Exam O4 – O6
Final Exam O1 – O7
Policy:
Homework assignments must be submitted in class in the due date. No late homework will be
accepted.
If you are late to class more than 5 minutes, you are considered absent.
Submit a neat, detailed, step-by-step solution.
Use standard A4 size white paper.
The “Assignment Cover Sheet” provided, must be included with every assignment and must be
filled and signed.
Attendance will be checked and the AUS policy will apply.
Academic Honesty:
Please do not embarrass yourself. You can discuss homework problems with each other but each
student should turn their own work. Cheating will NOT be tolerated neither in homework nor in
exams.
Developed by: Dr. Samir Emam on 27 August 2023
