Introduction to High Performance Computing (HPC)
Date/Time: Sat., Sept. 20 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Location: Thomson Hall, Room 1
A hands-on introduction to using the WSU high performance computing (HPC) systems and the underlying Linux operating system. Designed for users with little or no Linux experience, there will be a heavy emphasis on the fundamentals required to successfully navigate through a Linux terminal environment. Topics in Linux fundamentals include: using SSH; transferring files; navigating through Linux; tools to query and manipulate files; and writing shell scripts. Additionally cluster specific topics will include: creating submission scripts; using cluster specific commands to submit and monitor jobs; and an introduction to parallel computing and MPI. Registrants will be notified prior to the training on how to set up an account and how to access downloadable training materials.
To register:
1. Use this link to activate your training account (you may be prompted to log in):
https://hrs.wsu.edu/skillsoft/default.aspx?c=ilt_wsu_ITUSR_974
2. Click the “launch” sideways triangle button to access the schedule
3. Click on session ID: 4786
4. Click “Enroll me”
An Intermediate High Performance Computing session is scheduled for Saturday, October 25. More details and registration will be available soon.
