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, and fundamentals of machine learning. The course consists of 1 hour of lecture and 3 hours of laboratory work each week.

Course Objectives

  • 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

  • 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.