Engineering Problem SolvingEngineering often involves applying a consistent, structured approach to the solving of problems.A general problem-solving approach and method can be defined, although variations will be requiredfor specific problems.Problems must be approached methodically, applying an algorithm, or step-by-step procedure bywhich one arrives at a solution.1.1 Problem-Solving ProcessThe problem-solving process for a computational problem can be outlined as follows:1. Define the problem.2. Create a mathematical model.3. Develop a computational method for solving the problem.4. Implement the computational method.5. Test and assess the solution.The boundaries between these steps can be blurred and for specific problems one or two of thesteps may be more important than others. Nonetheless, having this approach and strategy in mindwill help to focus our efforts as we solve problems

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Contents 1 Engineering Problem Solving 11 ProblemSolving Process 12 Problem Solving Example 13 Computing Software 1 1 4 8 14 Computing Terminology 12 2 Matlab Technical Computing Environment 14 21 Workspace Windows and Help 14 22 Scalar Mathematics 15 23 Basic Mathematical Functions ......