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CECS Professional Skills Mapping

COMP4300 — Parallel Systems

code: COMP4300
name: Parallel Systems
unit value: 6
description: A practically oriented introduction to programming paradigms for parallel computers. Considers definitions of program efficiency on parallel computers, addresses the modelling, analysis and measurement of program performance. Description, implementation and use of parallel programming languages, parallel features of operating systems, library routines and applications.
P&C: https://programsandcourses.anu.edu.au/course/COMP4300
course learning outcomes:
  1. Be proficient at programming multiple parallel machines in more than one special programming language or programming system
  2. Be able to descriptively compare the performance of different programs and methods on one machine
  3. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the elements of parallel programming language and system implementation
  4. Recall the history of parallel systems and describe the developments in the field
  5. Be able to relate program performance to parallel systems architecture
assessment:
  1. Assignment 1 (20%)
  2. Assignment 2 (20%)
  3. Exam (60%)

Mapped learning outcomes

learning outcome1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTESassessment tasks
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  1. Be proficient at programming multiple parallel machines in more than one special programming language or programming system
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  1. Be able to descriptively compare the performance of different programs and methods on one machine
✓✓✓✓✓✓
  1. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the elements of parallel programming language and system implementation
✓✓✓✓✓✓
  1. Recall the history of parallel systems and describe the developments in the field
✓✓✓✓
  1. Be able to relate program performance to parallel systems architecture
✓✓✓✓

Course contribution towards the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard

This table depicts the relative contribution of this course towards the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard. Note that this illustration is indicative only, and may not take into account any recent changes to the course. You are advised to review the official course page on P&C for current information..

1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
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1.6
2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
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2.3
2.4
3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
3.1
3.2
 
3.3
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3.5
3.6

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard — summary

1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
✓1.1Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
✓1.2Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
✓1.3In depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
1.4Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
1.5Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
1.6Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the engineering discipline.
2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
✓2.1Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
✓2.2Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
2.3Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
2.4Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
3.1Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
✓3.2Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
3.3Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
3.4Professional use and management of information.
3.5Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
3.6Effective team membership and team leadership.

Updated:  18 February 2021/ Responsible Officer:  Dean, CECS/ Page Contact:  CECS Academic Education Services