Modeling and Simulation I (FSI-RDO)

Academic year 2025/2026
Supervisor: doc. Ing. Robert Grepl, Ph.D.  
Supervising institute: ÚMTMB all courses guaranted by this institute
Teaching language: Czech
Aims of the course unit:

Students will learn about modelling dynamic systems (mechanical, electromechanical and controlled) on a computer. During the course they will acquire knowledge and skills in the following areas:

  • Linear dynamical systems and their analysis
  • Modeling in MATLAB/Simulink environment
  • Modeling of controlled systems
  • Hands-on experience in controlling a real system using an I/O card from MATLAB/Simulink

This course combines theoretical knowledge with practical use in engineering applications.
Learning outcomes and competences:
 
Prerequisites:
 
Course contents:
 
Teaching methods and criteria:
 
Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes:

The assessment of the course is based on a standard 0-100 point scale. The following conditions must be fulfilled in order to receive credit:

  • Obtain at least 20 points out of 40 possible points in the practice test.
  • Obtain at least 20 points from the laboratory assignment.

The exam is graded with a maximum of 60 points.

Participation in the exercises is compulsory. Attendance and learning are checked on the basis of the assessment criteria set for the exercises.
Controlled participation in lessons:
 
Type of course unit:
    Lecture  13 × 2 hrs. optionally                  
    Laboratory exercise  13 × 1 hrs. compulsory                  
    Computer-assisted exercise  13 × 1 hrs. compulsory                  
Course curriculum:
    Lecture

  1. Introduction

  2. Numerical methods of integration

  3. Linear dynamic system of 1st and 2nd order

  4. Solution of ODE in MATLAB

  5. Simulink I.

  6. Simulink II.

  7. SimScape

  8. StateFlow

  9. RT systems, HW, SW

  10. Friction modelling

  11. Introduction to parameter estimation

  12. Fractals and other beautiful discrete systems
    Laboratory exercise 7.-12. Experimental work - control of real system from PC
13. Presentation of semestral project, assignment.
    Computer-assisted exercise

  1. Introduction

  2. Numerical methods of integration

  3. Linear dynamic system of 1st and 2nd order

  4. Solution of ODE in MATLAB

  5. Simulink I.

  6. Simulink II.

  7. SimScape

  8. StateFlow

  9. RT systems, HW, SW

  10. Friction modelling

  11. Introduction to parameter estimation

  12. Fractals and other beautiful discrete systems
Literature - fundamental:
1. Aström, K. J. & Wittenmark, B.: Computer-controlled systems: theory and design (2nd ed.), 1990
2. Dutton, K.; Thompson, S., Barraclough, B.: The Art of Control Engineering, 1997
3. Stejskal, V.; Valášek, M.: Kinematics and dynamics of machinery, Marcel Dekker, New York, 1996
4. Pelánek, R.: Modelování a simulace komplexních systémů, MUNI, 2011
Literature - recommended:
1. Valášek M. a kol.: Mechatronika, Vydavatelství ČVUT Praha, 1995
2. Karban, P.: Výpočty a simulace v programech MATLAB a Simulink, cpress 2006
3. Isermann, R.: Mechatronic Systems: Fundamentals, Springer, 2005
3. Noskievič: Modelování a identifikace systémů, 1999
4. Grepl, R.: Modelování mechatronických systémů v Matlab/SimMechanics, BEN - technická literatura, ISBN 978-80-7300-226-8
The study programmes with the given course:
Programme Study form Branch Spec. Final classification   Course-unit credits     Obligation     Level     Year     Semester  
B-MET-P full-time study --- no specialisation -- Cr,Ex 6 Compulsory 1 3 W