Math 426 - Introduction to Mathematical Software Packages: Matlab

Fall 2001 - Matthias K. Gobbert

Section 0101 - Schedule Number 3560


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Grading Information

Final scores and grades ordered by the last four digits of your student number: scores and grades


Basic Information


Overview

Matlab is a professional software package designed to implement mathematical ideas on a high level. It is widely used in industrial companies, government agencies, and educational institutions for rapid prototyping and teaching. Its main popularity roots in its intuitive interactive interface combined with reliable numerical algorithms and professional graphics capabilities.

This class is designed to provide a thorough introduction to programming and the use of high-level software packages using the example of Matlab. We will start by introducing basic data structures and programming elements. Then we will work our way up to higher-level programming structures and discuss their use in mathematics and mathematical applications. This will include the use of important routines for finding polynomial roots, eigenvalues of matrices, and effective two- and three-dimensional graphics. Additionally, we will discuss selected features from the symbolic toolbox and the IEEE standard for floating-point numbers.

The class meetings will typically consist of an integration of lecture and supervised lab work. Active participation in both aspects is vital to learning the material. To facilitate the classroom environment of a lab, you are expected to read the appropriate chapters of the textbook before each lecture.


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Homework 1

Midterm Exam

Homework 7

Final Exam


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