Using MAPLE

Finding MAPLE

• MAPLE is available for use in most computer labs on campus, including:
• • Academic Computing Services labs (locations and hours),
  • the library (hours), and
  • labs in various residence halls (e.g. Belk, East, and the LLC).
• The lab monitors should be able to help you locate and start MAPLE. Beyond that, you'll need to seek expert help.

A few MAPLE tips

• The following tips will help in most versions of MAPLE, assuming you are in worksheet mode.
• • End each command with a semicolon;
  • Depending on the version of MAPLE, you may need to press return or enter.
  • Use * to denote each and every multiplication. More recent versions of MAPLE are not so picky about this, but it helps prevent many entry errors.
  • Make sure that your command has the same number of left and right parentheses.
  • You can learn more about Maple syntax by looking at Holly Hirst's Maple Pages. (Thanks, Holly!)
  • You can get quick start training, manuals, and reference cards at the Maplesoft website.
  • Professors Felkel and Marland have made some movies demonstrating features of Maple.

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