MATLAB
Main Description
MATLAB® (Matrix Laboratory) is an application software with a sophisticated programming language and an interactive environment for performing numerical analysis, data visualization, matrix computation, signal processing, video and image processing. MATLAB® is used by over one million engineers and scientists around the world for teaching, researching, and project-based learning.
MATLAB® capabilities include:
- Numerical Computation
- Data Analysis and Visualization
- Programming and Algorithm Development
- Application Development and Deployment
To find out more about MATLAB®, be sure to check out the MATLAB® overview video .
Purpose
MATLAB® is used to test and understand mathematical concepts interactively before encoding in a traditional programming language.
A software license is available to install MATLAB®, its add-on toolboxes, and Simulink® on a personal or campus computer, allowing coursework or research to be performed anytime - anywhere.
PLEASE NOTE: A software license request is required to install MATLAB® on a personal computer.
Access
Personal Computer
Install Matlab software on a personal computer using the instructions.
Computer Labs
Students can access MATLAB at all computer labs managed by IT available at the following locations:
Brownsville
Edinburg
Personal Computer
Install Matlab software on a personal computer using the instructions.
University Computer
Install Matlab software on a university computer using the Software Center.
What is MATLAB Online?
MATLAB® Online™ is an online version of MATLAB for use through a standard web browser using MathWorks® hosted computing resources and storage. Ideal for when you need to use your tablet or mobile device to perform computations.
MATLAB Online provides:
- use of the latest version of MATLAB and its features from your web browser with no need to download or install (current license applies)
- 5 GB MATLAB Drive™ storage for MATLAB files
- collaboration between users with view-only or can-edit access to MATLAB files
- link creation to your work for global sharing
- synchronization to your desktop files with MATLAB Online and MATLAB Drive when using the MATLAB Drive Connector
Go to https://matlab.mathworks.com/ and start using MATLAB Online today!
Visit MATLAB Online Overview for more information about MATLAB Online, supported license types, specifications, limitations, and system requirements.
Download & Install
- Learn how to download and install MATLAB on a personal computer.
- Learn how to download and install MATLAB on a university computer.
Training & Resources
Learn how to use Matlab with free, self-paced online training. Visit the MATLAB Training Courses page for more information.Need help?
For questions, assistance, or to report an issue, please visit the UTRGV Support Center.
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