Programming_and_Python_in_Engineering
Programming_and_Python_in_Engineering
Python in Engineering
A Comprehensive Overview
Prepared for Educational Purposes
History of Programming and
Computation
• - Early mechanical computation (e.g., Abacus,
Analytical Engine)
• - First programming languages (Assembly,
Fortran, COBOL)
• - Modern languages (C, Python, Java)
• - High-level vs Low-level programming
differences
Types of Algorithms and Their Role
in Problem-Solving
• - Sorting (Bubble Sort, Quick Sort)
• - Searching (Binary Search, Linear Search)
• - Graph algorithms (Dijkstra’s Algorithm)
• - Problem-solving applications in engineering
Types of Errors in Programming
• - Syntax errors (Incorrect grammar in code)
• - Runtime errors (Errors occurring during
execution)
• - Logical errors (Wrong output due to faulty
logic)
• - Debugging techniques and error-handling
strategies
Why Python for Engineering
Applications?
• - Easy to learn and use
• - Extensive libraries (NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib)
• - Efficiency in computation and automation
• - Comparison with other languages (MATLAB,
C++)
Python and AI in Engineering
• - AI applications in structural design,
automation, and simulations
• - Real-world software using Python
(TensorFlow, OpenCV)
• - Case studies of AI-driven engineering
solutions
Conclusion
• - Programming has evolved significantly
• - Algorithms and debugging play a crucial role
• - Python remains a top choice for engineering
due to its flexibility and AI capabilities
• - Future advancements in Python and AI will
further revolutionize engineering fields