Matlab: Introduction for Absolute Beginners BeginnersPrerequisites
Description
Matlab is a software package for numerical computation with high quality graphics facilities. This course is for beginners and new users of the package and describes basic concepts and use of Matlab, but not any other optional 'Toolboxes' available from the developers of Matlab.
Target audience
- All current University members (departments and colleges)
- Further details regarding eligibility criteria are available
Prerequisites
Basic IT skills and knowledge of matrix algebra are assumed.
Topics covered
- User interface
- Matlab language
- Input/Output
- Graphics
- Solving a linear system
- Polynomial curve fitting
Format
A mixture of presentations, examples and exercises.
Taught using
Matlab v. R2014a on MCS Windows
Notes
No attempt is made to teach mathematical techniques.
Duration
Three half day sessions
Themes
Events available