MATLAB for Civil Engineers

This book is a comprehensive and rigorous guide to MATLAB for Civil Engineers, bridging the critical gap between theoretical mathematics and practical engineering solutions. With an approachable introduction for students and deep insights for experienced professionals, it caters to a wide range of audiences across civil engineering disciplines—environmental, structural, geotechnical, and transportation engineering. Structured to guide readers progressively, the book begins with foundational MATLAB operations such as syntax and matrix manipulation, then advances into sophisticated engineering applications, including optimization, numerical methods, and data visualization. It covers essential MATLAB functionalities, offering detailed instruction on computation, visualization, and programming, all within the context of solving real-world engineering challenges. What sets this book apart is its hands-on approach. Readers are immersed in practical learning through real-world case studies, examples, and step-by-step exercises designed to reinforce key concepts. The text provides both academic and professional readers with the tools they need to model, analyze, and optimize engineering systems using MATLAB, ensuring they are equipped to handle both routine and complex engineering challenges with confidence. By the end, readers will not only master MATLAB's powerful tools but will also understand how to apply them directly to critical civil engineering problems, positioning themselves to innovate and lead in a field where computational proficiency is increasingly essential.

Dr. Dimitrios Sargiotis is a distinguished scholar, scientist, and author with pioneering contributions to Computer Science, Data Governance, Engineering, Information Technology, Applied Micro-computing, and Human Sciences

Currently serving as both a faculty Dr. and Deputy Director of PC-Laboratories within the Digital Technology Laboratory for Technical Projects at the School of Civil Engineering, National Technical University of Athens.

He has dedicated over 30 years to advancing research and education in technology and engineering. His career spans diverse roles in multinational and multicultural settings across public and private sectors, where he has championed digital transformation and the integration of advanced technologies to enhance societal services.

He is affiliated with prestigious organizations, including Springer, the Programming Research Group of Paris, France, and the Union of Computer Engineers & Communications in Greece, reflecting his ongoing commitment to the advancement of science and technology. His interpersonal skills, strategic insight, and innovative problem-solving abilities enable him to thrive in complex, cross-cultural environments, establishing him as a respected authority in both academic and professional circles.

Outside his professional achievements, Dimitrios is passionate about continuous learning, physical fitness, and the arts, reflecting his well-rounded approach to life. Driven by a commitment to societal well-being and human-centric values, he maintains a deep interest in the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence and digital transformation, exploring how these fields can drive sustainable progress.