This course teaches students the basic concepts of computer programming and how scientific or engineering problems can be translated into working computer programs. Students will also be taught some elementary concepts of statistical analysis. Upon successful completion of this course, each student should (1) be able to use MATLAB to perform complex scientific calculations, such as Fourier transform, integration, differential equation, matrix, (2) become familiar with rudimentary programming techniques, (3) be proficient with data handling and analysis, using a computer, and (4) be able to apply numerical analysis to solve problems. Prior programming experience is not required.
Instructor(s)
- spau