MECH208 Introduction to Technical Computing

Course Description

This course introduces technical computing for engineering, focusing on the application of MATLAB to solve engineering problems. Topics include:

  • Kinematics and Kinetics
  • Fluid Flow
  • Thermal Systems
  • Fundamentals of Machine Learning

The course consists of 1 hour of lecture and 3 hours of laboratory work each week.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

  • Use MATLAB to model and solve engineering problems.
  • Understand and apply numerical methods for engineering applications.
  • Analyze and visualize data effectively using MATLAB tools.
  • Develop technical computing skills for future coursework and careers.

Recommended Textbooks

Suggested readings and references for this course:

  • Introduction to MATLAB for Engineers by William J. Palm (ISBN: 9780073534879, McGraw-Hill Education, 2010).
  • Numerical Methods for Engineers by Steven C. Chapra and Raymond P. Canale.