1. Introduction.

2. Modeling in the Frequency Domain.

3. Modeling in the Time Domain.

4. Time Response.

5. Reduction of Multiple Subsystems.

6. Stability.

7. Steady-State Errors.

8. Root Locus Techniques.

9. Design via Root Locus.

10. Frequency Response Techniques.

11. Design via Frequency Response.

12. Design via State Space.

13. Digital Control Systems.


Appendix A: List of Symbols.
Appendix B: MATLAB Tutorial.
Appendix C: MATLAB's Simulink Tutorial.
Appendix D: MATLAB's GUI Tools Tutorial.
Appendix E: MATLAB's Symbolic Math Toolbox Tutorial.
Glossary.
Answers to Selected Problems.
Credits.
Index.
Appendix F: Matrices, Determinants, and Systems of Equations.
Appendix G: Control system Computational Aids.
Appendix H: Derivation of a Schematic for a DC Motor.
Appendix I: Derivation of the Time Domain Solution of State Equations.
Appendix J: Solution of State Equations for t< ;sub>0 ¬ 0.
Appendix K: Derivation of Similarity Transformations.
Appendix L: Root Locus Rules: Derivations.
Solutions to Skill-Assessment Exercises.
Control Systems Engineering Toolbox.
Lecture Graphics.
Cyber Exploration Laboratory Experiments.