Q: I'm new to Mathematica. Are there any training or tutorials available?
Answer
Currently, IS&T doesn't offer Mathematica training on a regular basis at MIT. However, there are many Mathematica learning resources available; the online help system has many detailed examples that can be run "live" within the help browser. Many commercial books about Mathematica are available, covering general usage as well as application-specific areas. The Mathematica book, published by Wolfram Research (through version 5 only), closely parallels the help system style. Answers to specific questions and much detailed information can be obtained through the comp.soft-sys.math.mathematica newsgroup.