Analyses of open-loop and close loop systems using frequency domain and state variable techniques. Analog and digital control design methods. System design requirements and specifications. Design and implementation of control system using programmable devices. Principles of operation for microcontroller, internal architecture, programming tools and techniques, timing analysis, interfacing with sensors and actuators. Real-time control applications. Prerequisite: Must be in the professional EE program and C or better in each of the following: EE 2341, EE 3316, and EE 3318 (or concurrent enrollment).