These instructions are specifically for using MATLAB and/or Maple on machines located in the MLC computer lab. These applications should be installed on most, if not all, computers located on campus. If you would prefer to use a computer outside of the MLC computer lab, certain steps may be slightly different, such as where the program is located on that computer and how to print your finished assignment(s).
MATLAB
Opening MATLAB
Log into your ONID account on one of the computers in the computer lab. Find the folder called 'Mathematical Software' on the desktop. Open this folder and launch the program 'MATLAB 2009a'.
Run Tutorials
Once MATLAB is open, you will notice that the screen is divided into multiple areas. In the largest section in the middle, type in 'demo' and press enter. The MATLAB Demos window will open up; this screen contains all of the tutorials for MATLAB. On the left hand side of this window is a section titled MATLAB. Click the '+' next to it to show all of the MATLAB tutorials by subject. Start by watching the first few videos under 'Getting Started'. The videos have audio, so please use headphones so that you do not disturb anyone else in the computer lab. After watching the first few introductory videos, you can look for tutorials specific to the type of work you need to accomplish with MATLAB and run through those. These are not neccessarily videos, and may simply be walkthroughs.
Printing Finished Assignments
Once you are finished with your assignment, and have the code that needs to be turned in correctly, you have a few options. The first option is to simply print from MATLAB. Due to how much white space there is in MATLAB though, this will use quite a bit of paper, and since printing in the MLC computer lab costs $0.05 per page, there is a more eco-friendly option. Copy and paste the MATLAB document into notepad. Then you can delete the blank lines, resulting in a lot less paper used. Regardless of which option you choose, once you finish formatting your assignment, go to File->Print. Make sure the selected printer is 'HP Laser Jet 4250'. Then select print for print your assignment. Once you are finished with that, close MATLAB and you can then log off.
Maple
Opening Maple
Log into your ONID account on one of the computers in the computer lab. Find the folder called 'Mathematical Software' on the desktop. Open this folder and launch the program 'Maple 13'.
Run Tutorials
Once Maple is open, select Help->Maple Help from the top of the screen. This opens up a window titled 'Maple 13 Help'. In the left hand side of this window is a list of folders, click on 'Getting Started', and then click on the sub-folder 'Tutorials'. It would be a good idea to go through the tutorials that cover information related to the class that requires Maple. Once finished with these tutorials, select and go through any addition help materials related to what your assignment requires.
Printing Finished Assignments
Once you are finished with your assignment, go to File->Print. Make sure that the selected printer is 'HP Laser Jet 4250', then press print. Also, keep in mind that printing in the MLC computer lab costs $0.05 per page. Once your assignment has been printed, you can close Maple and log off.
Additional Links (MATLAB)
MATLAB Notes Introduction focusing on number formatting and arrays.
MATLAB Tutorial Tutorial focusing on matrices, plots, and models.
MATLAB Reference Sheet Helpful for remembering MATLAB specific syntax (sin, cos, rand, pi, etc.).
Additional Links (Maple)
Additional Maple links coming soon.
Last updated October 7, 2009