Ph.D. in Engineering - Dynamic Systems and Controls Emphasis

Overview

Much of our technological systems now require complex control functions to operate. The Dynamic Systems and Control program draws from many disciplines to develop new approaches and effective solutions to the analysis of systems and the design of control functions for them. The program offers students tremendous flexibility in designing a graduate program that builds in-depth skills and breadth of knowledge that will relate to their area of interest.

Emphasis Area Course List

As a requirement of the Ph.D. Engineering with an Emphasis in Dynamical Systems and Control, students must complete a minimum of 9 credit hours selected from the Dynamical Systems and Control Course List below. Students work with their graduate advisor to select the most appropriate coursework to ensure breadth of understanding as well as mastery of knowledge in a specific subject area. In addition to completing 9 credit hours selected from the list below, students may work with their graduate advisor to develop an interdisciplinary plan of coursework drawing from the extensive graduate course offerings available at UGA.

• ENGR6350 Finite Element Analysis (F)
• ENGR6210 Linear Systems (F)
• ENGR6220 Feedback Control Systems (Sp)
• ENGR6230 Sensors and Transducers (F)
• ENGR6260 Introduction to Nanoelectronics (F)
• ENGR6560 Engineering Design Optimization
• ENGR6540 Applied Machine Vision
• ENGR6920 Theory of Design (Sp)
• ENGR8103 Computational Engineering (Sp)
• ENGR8310 MEMS Design (F)
• CVLE/MCHE8440 Advanced Strength of Materials (Sp)
• MCHE6360 Robotic Manipulators
• CHEM8880 Nanomaterials: Engineering and Characterization (F)
• STAT 6315 Statistical Methods Researcher (Sp)

Understanding that 21st-century engineers require more than technical knowledge, we equip students with an understanding of the social and economic impact of their work, the ability to communicate their ideas to a wide variety of people, the ability to work effectively in teams, and the skills to provide leadership in solving society’s greatest challenges. Our students are immersed in hands-on learning through design-based classroom and field experiences, undergraduate and graduate research, study abroad, co-ops, and internships. The UGA College of Engineering offers eight undergraduate and seven graduate degree programs. We also offer a variety of dual degrees and combined bachelor’s and master’s degrees.