MAS416 Modelling and Simulation of Mechatronic Systems (Autumn 2026)
- ECTS Credits:
- 7.5
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Engineering and Science
- Course Leader:
- Michael Rygaard Hansen
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- Norwegian / English.
- Duration:
- ½ year
Table of contents
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Master's Programme in Renewable Energy
- Artificial Intelligence and The Internet of Things, Master's Programme
- Artificial Intelligence, 5-year master programme
- Master's Programme in Industrial Economics and Technology Management
Teaching language
Norwegian / English.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course, the student should be able to
- Set up mathematical models of multidisciplinary systems and implement these models in special purpose programs (fx. MATLAB) or in commercially available simulation packages (fx. SimulationX).
- Use the simulation models as a design tool to evaluate functionality, stability, and performance.
- Combine different disciplines (electronics, hydraulics, control theory, and mechanics) in the simulation models
Contents
Formulation of problems within time domain simulation including state variables, initialization, time integration, and setting up linear and non-linear algebraic equations in combination with differential equations. Modelling of electrical circuits and motors (DC/AC). Modelling of hydraulic systems and components. Simulation of 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional mechanical systems with hydraulic or electrical actuation. Numerical methods for solving linear and non-linear sets of equations, optimization, and parameter identification.
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures, exercises and laboratory work including project work that can be carried out individually or in groups of 2 - 3 students. Estimated work load for the average student is approximately 200 hours.
Examinations
A portfolio with individual computer based tests and a project report, individual or in groups. Graded assessment. More information about the portfolio will be given in Canvas. In the case of a new/postponed exam for portfolio assessment, only the written assignment can be submitted again.
Student evaluation
The person responsible for the course decides, in cooperation with student representative, the form of student evaluation and whether the course is to have a midway or end of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.
Offered as a free-standing course
Yes
Admission Requirement if given as a free-standing course
Same as for the master's programme in Mechatronics.
Reduction of Credits
This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:
| Course | Reduction of Credits |
|---|---|
| MAS419 – Modelling and Simulation of Mechatronic Systems. | 7.5 |
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Oct. 15, 2026 7:59:19 AM