Learn MATHCAD-SCRIPTING with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 27, 2025
Learning Path
Learn Mathcad interface and worksheet concepts
Understand variables, functions, and regions
Explore scripting options and supported languages
Practice automating simple calculations
Progress to batch worksheets and report generation
Skill Improvement Plan
Week 1: Basics of Mathcad worksheets and variables
Week 2: Learn scripting language integration
Week 3: Automate simple calculation tasks
Week 4: Generate dynamic worksheets and plots
Week 5: Integrate external data and create batch reports
Interview Questions
What is Mathcad Scripting and why is it used?
How do you automate calculations in Mathcad?
Explain batch-processing worksheets with scripting.
How do you integrate Mathcad with external data sources?
Compare Mathcad Scripting with manual worksheet operations.
Cheat Sheet
OpenWorksheet('path') - load worksheet
GetVariable('name') - access variable value
SetVariable('name', value) - update variable
RunCalculation() - execute all formulas
SaveWorksheet('path') - save results
Books
PTC Mathcad for Engineers
Mathcad Advanced Techniques
Automating Calculations with Mathcad
Mathcad for Technical Documentation
Applied Engineering Calculations with Mathcad
Tutorials
Introduction to Mathcad Scripting
Automating worksheet calculations
Batch worksheet processing
Integrating Mathcad with external data
Advanced scripting examples and templates
Official Docs
https://www.ptc.com/en/products/mathcad
Mathcad Help and Scripting Guides
PTC Knowledgebase and Technical Articles
Community Links
PTC Mathcad Forum
Stack Overflow Mathcad questions
LinkedIn Mathcad user groups
University Mathcad courses
PTC Developer Zone and tutorials
Community Support
PTC Mathcad forums
Stack Overflow Mathcad scripting questions
PTC Knowledgebase and technical support
University courses using Mathcad for engineering calculations
LinkedIn groups for Mathcad users