num_pages: 480
description:  A Practical Introduction to Programming and Problem Solving discusses the basic programming concepts and skills needed for problem solving using MATLAB software. It is the only book that gives a full introduction to programming in MATLAB combined with an explanation of MATLABs powerful functions. The book differs from other texts in that it teaches programming concepts and the use of the built-in functions in MATLAB simultaneously. It presents programming concepts and MATLAB built-in functions side-by-side giving students the ability to program efficiently and exploit the power of MATLAB to solve problems. The systematic step-by-step approach building on concepts throughout the book facilitates easier learning. Starting with basic programming concepts such as variables assignments input/output selection and loop statements problems are introduced and solved throughout the book. The book is organized into two parts. Part I covers the programming constructs and demonstrates programming versus efficient use of built-in functions to solve problems. Part II describes the applications including plotting image processing and mathematics needed in basic problem solving. The chapters feature sections called Quick Question! as well as practice problems designed to test knowledge about the material covered. Problems are solved using both The Programming Concept and The Efficient Method which facilitates understanding the efficient ways of using MATLAB and also the programming concepts used in these efficient functions and operators. There are also sections on common pitfalls and programming guidelines that direct students towards best practice. This book is ideal for engineers learning to program and model in MATLAB as well as undergraduates in engineering and science taking a course on MATLAB. * Presents programming concepts and MATLAB built-in functions side-by-side giving students the ability to program efficiently and exploit the power of MATLAB to solve problems.* In depth coverage of file input/output a topic essential for many engineering applications* Systematic step-by-step approach building on concepts throughout the book facilitating easier learning* Sections on common pitfalls and programming guidelines direct students towards best practice
language: English
title: Matlab: A Practical Introduction to Programming and Problem Solving
publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann