Objective: 1. This course systematically teaches the basic theories, methods and applications of optimal control. 2. Focusing on the basic concepts and basic theorems in Variational Calculus, Pontryagin’s Principle, Dynamic Programming, and Linear Quadratic Regulator. 3. Related theories and methods such as H∞ optimal control, Model predictive control, Linear optimization and nonlinear Optimization, Intelligent optimization, will be given as well during the course. Requirements: 1. Through the study of this course, students will have a complete grasp of the basic concepts, design methods, and problem-solving ideas of optimal control. 2. Students should carry out the design, solution, and simulation analysis of optimal control systems by computer. 3. Students understand the application of optimal control in Aviation and aerospace systems, Power systems, Mechanical systems, etc.