Matlab, as Pratap (mechanical engineering, Indian Institute of Science, India) explains, "is a software package for high-performance numerical computation and visualization." In his introduction to use of the program, he begins with a tour of the most accessible functions, later providing chapters on interactive computation, scripts and functions, applications, graphics, errors, and other topics. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
® Familiarizes users with MATLAB in just a few hours though self-guided lessons
® Discusses new features and applications in MATLAB 7
® Covers elementary, advanced, and special functions
® Includes numerous new examples and problems
® Supplements any course that uses MATLAB
® Works as a stand-alone tutorial and reference
MATLAB, a software package for high-performance numerical computation and visualization, is one of the most widely used tools in engineering field today. Its broad appeal lies in its interactive environment with hundreds of built-in functions for technical computation, graphics, and animation. In addition, it provides easy extensibility with its own high-level programming language. Enhanced by fun and appealing illustrations,Getting Started with MATLAB 7: A Quick Introduction for Scientists and Engineers employs a casual, accessible writing style that shows users how to enjoy using MATLAB.
