Algorithms and Programming for Structural Engineering

4 credits

Introduction to the MATLAB environment. Variables and types, statements, functions, blocks, loops, and branches. Algorithm development. Functions, function handles, input and output arguments. Data encapsulation and object-oriented programming. Toolboxes and libraries. Models from physics (mechanics and thermodynamics) are used in exercises and projects. Students will not receive credit for both SE 9 and SE 9R. Prerequisites: MATH 20A and MATH 20B.