Mathematica Training
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- Date: Sat, 1 Jul 1995 04:08:10 -0400
Become a Mathematica expert with these one-day courses! Space is limited-register today! 1-800-441-6284 ext. 245 Mathematica Training Tour Courses Introduction to Mathematica Ben Friedman, Robert Dickau, Todd Ramsburg No time to learn Mathematica on your own? One day with the makers of Mathematica will get you through the basics and beyond. The Mathematica Basic Training Course gives new users a solid foundation in the basic capabilities of Mathematica. This one-day, hands-on course will quickly familiarize you with Mathematica, providing a thorough introduction to using the system's numeric, symbolic, graphical, and programming features in a problem-solving framework. Learn how to apply Mathematica to real-world projects and solve technical problems you encounter on a daily basis. Hands-on training covers: (a take-home binder will be provided) * Numerics -basic functions -precision and accuracy -special numeric functions *Symbolics -symbolic algebra -calculus -equation solving *Graphics -animation -data plotting -special graphics functions *Programming -use Mathematica's programming language to customize functions and design your own solutions *Special Topics -Mathematica's on-line help systems -using the notebook front end to keep track of work in progress, produce publication-quality technical reports and presentations, and create courseware Programming with Mathematica Professor Richard Gaylord Extend your use of Mathematica for real-world programming projects. Gain skill in using the Mathematica programming language efficiently. Learning to use the Mathematica programming language efficiently is a practical skill you can apply as soon as you get back to work. The course will cover how pattern matching works and how expressions are evaluated. Discover how to write Mathematica programs in a "functional" programming style using higher-order functions, anonymous functions, and nested function calls, and in a "rule-based" programming style using look-up tables instead of computation. Actual Mathematica computer simulation programs will demonstrate how Mathematica can be used in real-world programming projects. Hands-on training covers: (a take-home binder will be provided) *Expressions -atomic -nonatomic -compound * Patterns -pattern-matching expressions and sequences of expressions -alternative and conditional pattern-matching *Evaluation -term rewriting mechanism of expression evaluation *Creating and using rules -creating rewrite rules with the Set and SetDelayed function -using Rule and RuleDelayed transformation rules *Working with functions -nested function calls -anonymous functions -higher-order functions Data Analysis with Mathematica Dr. William Shaw Ideal for professionals in the applied sciences (physics, engineering, biology, finance, etc.) who want to use Mathematica effectively for data analysis. Hands-on training covers: (a take-home binder will be provided) *One, two, and higher-dimensional lists as data storage structures *Organizing and reorganizing data in Mathematica *Managing files for use with Mathematica *Mechanisms for importing data *Easy-to-use 2D visualization tools *3D visualization tools with Mathematica and MathLive *Basic data modeling -application of functions to data -linear least squares univariate regression -nonlinear regression -interpolation and Fourier analysis *Multivariable regression and other high-dimensional methods *Robust regression *Mathematica Time Series Pack *Chaotic methods Financial Modeling with Mathematica Dr. William Shaw Quantitative analysts and systems professionals in financial engineering will discover how to harness the power of Mathematica as a tool for creating complex analytical models, rapid development, verification for testing code, and visualization. Although the course will emphasize equity-related topics, the mathematical and Mathematica concepts covered are applicable to a wide range of problems in financial engineering. Some prior experience with Mathematica is recommended. Hands-on training covers: (a take-home disk will be included) *Enhancements for the Finance Pack, Time Series Pack, MathLink for Excel, and MathLive *Data import mechanisms and regression tools *2D and 3D financial visualization *Derivatives -Black-Scholes -analytical generalizations of Black-Scholes, including warrants and Barrier options -analytical approximations for American options -binomial tree models for American options -Monte Carlo sampling and optimization with the compiler and MathLink with applications -beyond Monte Carlo; advantages of low discrepancy sampling *Portfolio covariance analysis and optimization -Markowitz model -CAPM model -factor analysis by principal components and arbitrage pricing theory -nonlinear constrained optimization by linking Mathematica to FORTRAN optimizer, including risk-return optimization and portfolio weight computation Training Sites Boston The Factory Mutual Conference Center 1151 Boston-Providence Turnpike Norwood, MA New York Chase Development Center 33 Maiden Lane New York, NY Washington DC The Inn Conference Center University of Maryland University Boulevard at Adelphi Road College Park, MD One-day course schedule: Registration: 8:00 - 8:30 am Morning session: 8:30 - 12:00 noon Lunch: 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm (Lunch is provided) Afternoon session: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm *There will be one short refreshment break during each session. *A computer will be provided for each participant. Course Dates and Locations: Introduction to Mathematica ($400.00) Boston Tuesday, August 8 Tuesday, September 26 Tuesday, November 7 New York Wednesday, August 9 Wednesday, September 27 Wednesday, November 8 Washington DC Monday, August 7 Monday, September 25 Monday, November 6 Programming with Mathematica ($400.00) Boston Wednesday, August 9 Wednesday, September 27 Wednesday, November 8 New York Thursday, August 10 Thursday, September 28 Thursday, November 9 Washington DC Tuesday, August 8 Tuesday, September 26 Tuesday, November 7 Data Analysis with Mathematica ($500.00) Boston Friday, August 11 Friday, September 29 Friday, November 10 New York Tuesday, August 8 Tuesday, September 26 Tuesday, November 7 Washington DC Wednesday, August 9 Wednesday, September 27 Wednesday, November 8 Finance with Mathematica ($500.00) Boston Thursday, August 10 Thursday, September 28 Thursday, November 9 New York Monday, August 7 Monday, September 25 Monday, November 6 To register: Email <training at wri.com> to request an electronic registration form or Call 1-800-441-6284, ext. 245. Space is limited. Register early to ensure placement! About the Instructors Introduction to Mathematica is presented by several Wolfram Research staff members. Instructors have extensive experience in demonstrating Mathematica and teaching Mathematica courses. Programming with Mathematica is presented by Dr. Richard J. Gaylord, professor of metallurgical engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is on the editorial boards of The Mathematica Journal, Mathematica in Education and Mathematica World and has lectured extensively on Mathematica programming both in the United States and abroad in Europe and Japan. He is the co-author of the books Introduction to Programming with Mathematica and Computer Simulations with Mathematica. Data Analysis with Mathematica and Financial Modeling with Mathematica is presented by Dr. William T. Shaw, principal consultant of Oxford System Solutions, which provides consulting and training services in mathematical and computer modeling to government and industry professionals throughout Europe. The co-author of Applied Mathematica: Getting Started, Getting it Done, he is currently writing a book, Complex Mathematica, on the theory of complex variables illuminated with Mathematica. He has also contributed to The Mathematica Journal and has authored several Mathematica-related works in scientific journals. Bring the experts to you! On-site Training Mathematica experts and instructors are available to conduct training at your facility for groups of five or more. Call for more information today! 1-800-441-6284, ext. 244