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FSF3851 Topics in Control and Systems Theory 3.0 credits

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Course syllabus as PDF

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Course syllabus FSF3851 (Spring 2019–)
Headings with content from the Course syllabus FSF3851 (Spring 2019–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )

Content and learning outcomes

Course contents

The aim is to provide a deep understanding of the topic, both in theory and in potential applications, which is necessary for the students to conduct research in relevant fields.

Intended learning outcomes

The student will obtain a deep understanding of the subject, including the main results and the underlying mathematics. After the finish of the course the student shall

  • Be aware of the state of the art of the subject

  • Have the needed knowledge to conduct research in a relevant subject

  • Understand how to use the theory in relevant applications

Literature and preparations

Specific prerequisites

A Master degree including at least 30 university credits (hp) in in Mathematics (Calculus, Linear algebra, Differential equations and transform method), and further at least  6 hp in Mathematical Statistics, 6 hp in Numerical analysis and 6 hp in Optimization.

Suitable prerequisites is the course SF2832 Mathematical Systems Theory or similar knowledge.

Literature

Announced when the course is offered.

Depending on the topic, either research papers or text book.

Examination and completion

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

Grading scale

P, F

Examination

  • LIT1 - Literature study, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
  • RAP1 - Report, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

Final project.

Other requirements for final grade

Successful completion of the project.

Examiner

Ethical approach

  • All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
  • In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
  • In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.

Further information

Course room in Canvas

Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.

Offered by

Main field of study

This course does not belong to any Main field of study.

Education cycle

Third cycle

Postgraduate course

Postgraduate courses at SCI/Mathematics