“I strongly encourage the use of MATLAB and Simulink, particularly when it comes to control systems design, system modelling, analysis and deployment. MATLAB and Simulink tools effectively prepare engineering students for success in their future careers as these cutting-edge tools are used as the de facto standard across every industry in the control systems space. While there are some open-source control frameworks, I have encountered nothing that comes close to the Mathworks offering. There really is no viable alternative. Students who are experienced with MATLAB and Simulink will also have a competitive edge in the control and modelling job market. Having been involved in the hiring process of new engineers, I would almost always hire the person more skilled with MATLAB and Simulink for a control-related role, if all other metrics were similar.” – David van Wyk, Head of Engineering, AutonoSky