CloseHelpPrint
Kies de Nederlandse taal
Course module: BMB530421
BMB530421
Introduction to Programming using Matlab
Course info
Course codeBMB530421
EC3
Course goals
During the course students:
  1. Learn what programming and programming philosophy are;
  2. Learn how to write and read pseudocode;
  3. Learn the basics of programming logic and workflow using Maltab;
  4. Learn the basics of algebra and indexing in Matlab;
Content
Period (from - till): Spread over 8 sessions: 22, 23, 25, 26, 29, 30 November, 2 and 3 December 2021.
Assignment deadline: 6 December 2021.

Faculty
Mariana P. Branco, UMCU Brain Center , Department Neurosurgery and Neurology

Course description 
This course introduces computer programming to students with little or no programming experience. In this course the basics of programming philosophy, pseudocoding, programming algebra, indexing, programming syntax, logic and loops are given. Students will learn to program using MALTAB software. Students must have a laptop with an installation of MATLAB (https://students.uu.nl/gratis-software).

It is advisable to bring your own data from your research if possible and available, so it is possible to apply what you learn directly to your own data.

Literature/study material used:
Lecture slides and assignment will be provided by the docent. No book required.

Course Design:
8 Sessions on Mondays and/or Fridays from 9.00 – 12.00 (locations to be announced).

Assessment (3 EC)
Individuals and group assignments.

Registration:
You can register for this course via Osiris Student. More information about the registration procedure can be found here on the Studyguide.
Any questions can be asked to Mariana Branco (m.pedrosobranco@umcutrecht.nl).

​Office hours (walking-in)
Monday’s at 15:00.

Mandatory for students in Master’s programme:
No.

Registration open for students from other programme's:
Yes

Prerequisite knowledge
N.A.
CloseHelpPrint
Kies de Nederlandse taal