Parallel Computing | CSCI 493.75 - CUNY Hunter College

Dive into parallel algorithms and programming with C/C++, MPI, and OpenMP. Gain hands-on experience and understand the principles of high-performance computing.

Introduction

The course is an introduction to parallel algorithms and parallel programming in C and C++, using the Message Passing Interface (MPI) and the OpenMP application programming interface. It also includes a brief introduction to parallel architectures and interconnection networks. It is both theoretical and practical, including material on design methodology, performance analysis, and mathematical concepts, as well as details on programming using MPI and OpenMP.

Highlights

• Introduction to parallel algorithms and parallel programming in C and C++
• Utilization of Message Passing Interface (MPI) and OpenMP
• Coverage of parallel architectures and interconnection networks
• Combination of theoretical and practical aspects, including design methodology, performance analysis, and mathematical concepts

Recommendation

This course is recommended for students interested in parallel computing, who want to gain hands-on experience with parallel programming techniques and understand the underlying concepts and principles. It is suitable for those pursuing careers in high-performance computing, scientific computing, or any field that requires efficient parallel processing.