The Mathcad 2001i Handbook is a comprehensive guide to the user interface and basic calculations of this new version. The book teaches both simple and complicated techniques through step-by-step instruction, allowing both experienced and new Mathcad users to learn the powerful features of Mathcad. Task-specific sections contain information on special numerical algorithms, useful tips, and original algorithms. A short outline of math concepts and terms is given at the beginning of each section. The book begins with the basics of Mathcad and how to use the math editor, and then moves on to practical issues relating to specific mathematical tasks, providing complete examples and code listings. The final section includes information on how to create professional reports in Mathcad, as well as effective methods for advanced users. Covering everything from basic functionality to higher-level programming, this is the perfect reference for anyone using Mathcad in a professional, academic, or learning environment.PART I: GENERAL INFORMATION Beginning Work Editing Documents Calculations Data Types PART II: PRECISE CALCULATIONS Symbol Calculations Programming PART III: NUMERICAL METHODS Integrating and Differentiating Algebraic Equations and Optimization Matrix Calculations Special Functions Regular Differential Equations Extreme Tasks Mathematical Statistics Data Analysis PART IV: FORMING REPORTS Data Input/Output; Forming Documents Resource Center Appendix A: New Capabilities in Mathcad 2001 Appendix B: Menu Commands and Toolbars Appendix C: Built-in Operators and Functions Appendix D: Error Messages