Matlab is a mathematics software package that is programmed in 'C' and 'C++'.  Matlab offers all of the standard math operations that come in other mathematics software packages (such as Maple and Mathematica), in the form of functions (much like a 'C' program).  In addition, Matlab has its own high-level interpreted programming language, which makes it a favorite among engineering professors and professional engineers.  Matlab is widely used in junior and senior level electrical and computer engineering classes.  It is also available at the Tiger-Lan locations in the engineering building.   

The following links are a series of Matlab tutorials that may be helpful.  

• Link #1 - University of Michigan
• Link #2 - University of New Hampshire
• Link #3 - Southern Illinois University Matlab Tutorials (Adobe Acrobat Required)