CSCI 340 - Parallel Computing

Institution:

Randolph-Macon College

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Description:

This course is designed to introduce the student to the theory and practice of parallel computing. Through discussions of principles and implementation of these principles on a small variety of machines, students will gain experience and knowledge of some of the central issues of parallel computing. Topics include: processes sharing resources (using Java and concurrency), processors sharing resources (architecture models, performance measures, speedup and laws for parallel models), parallelizing algorithms, implementation of algorithms in message-passing systems. Prerequisites: CSCI 214 or permission of the instructor. Offered alternate years. Three hours. Staff.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rmc.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 752-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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