University:
NTNU
Date:
January 2026
Expected Duration:
3-6 Months
Format:
In Person
Level:
Advanced
Language of Instruction:
English
Registration Deadline:
To be updated
Price:
To be updated
Course Overview
The course will cover mathematical designs of robust and nonlinear model-based control laws and observer algorithms applicable to automatic control of ships, underwater vehicles, marine structures, machinery and propulsion systems, and other marine applications.
Main Goal
The main goal of the course is to understand and use nonlinear systems theory and nonlinear robust control and observer designs for marine applications.
Skills To Be Gained
Be able to use nonlinear control theory, relevant control design methods, and observer design methods to design, implement, and test a Dynamic Positioning control system for a model ship.
Practical Notes
Contact Details : roger.skjetne@ntnu.no
Requirements
It is recommended to study this course in series with TMR4240 Marine Control Systems I. TTK4105 Control Engineering (or equivalent).
Teaching And Assessment
The overall course will be based on lectures, theory and simulation assignments, and a project of practical marine problems – the Dynamic Positioning Lab (DP-Lab) in MC-Lab (if resources are sufficient).
Course Staff
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