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402-0811-00L 5 Credits BSC , MSC D-ITET , D-PHYS , D-MATH
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Programming Techniques for Scientific Simulations

Programmiertechniken für physikalische Simulationen

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Matthias Troyer
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:24:32

Abstract

This lecture provides an overview of programming techniques for scientific simulations. The focus is on advances C++ programming techniques and scientific software libraries. Based on an overview over the hardware components of PCs and supercomputer, optimization methods for scientific simulation codes are explained.

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General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes
Prüfungssprache Deutsch oder Englisch

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Programmiertechniken für phys. Simulationen (Programming Techniques for Scientific Simulations)
  • Wed 15:45-17:30 (HCI J 3)
2 h weekly
exercise Programmiertechniken für phys. Simulationen (Programming Techniques for Scientific Simulations)
  • Wed 12:45-14:30 (HIT F 21)
2 h weekly

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