1. Linearization of nonlinear systems with examples.
2. Continuous-time linear systems: controllability, observability, canonical forms, transfer matrix.
3. State-feedback control: pole placement, optimal control problem (Linear Quadratic Regulator).
4. Lyapunov method for stability of linear systems, zeros of MIMO systems.
5. Observers: notion of observer, observer-based control, Kalman lter.
6. Linear Quadratic Gaussian (LQG) control and optimal tracking.
7. Discrete-time systems: transition matrix, controllability, observability, stability, pole placement, LQR, observers, Kalman lter, LQG.