Multi-threaded Programming
2012-2013
-
IMT3801
- 5 ECTS
Prerequisite(s)
- IMT2021 Algorithmic Methods
Expected learning outcomes
On completion of this course the students will be able to:Understand the classic examples of concurrency problems
- Understand the benefits and difficulties of developing multi-threaded applications
- Demonstrate knowledge of thread-safe implementations of design patterns commonly used in game development
- Evaluate the performance of multi-threaded and optimised programs
- Communicate the design decisions, data flow and synchronisation of parallel algorithms in both written and oral form
Topic(s)
- Multi-threaded programming
- Profiling and performance evaluation
- Algorithmic complexity
- Design Patterns
- Game programming techniques
- Distributed programming environments
Teaching Methods
Lectures
Laboratory work
Teaching Methods (additional text)
Student will work in C++ using various parallel programming libraries, in a problem based learning approach.
Form(s) of Assessment
Oral exam, individually
Evaluation of Project(s)
Form(s) of Assessment (additional text)
- Portfolio of Internally completed work 60%
- Oral exam 40%
- Both parts must be passed
Grading Scale
Alphabetical Scale, A(best) – F (fail)
External/internal examiner
Projects evaluated by lecturer.
Oral exam will have external and internal examiner.
Re-sit examination
Oral exam may be repeated
Examination support
None
Coursework Requirements
None
Teaching Materials
No required textbooks. Books, monographs, and research articles will be recommended during the course.
Additional information
In case there are fewer than 5 students which apply for the course the form of presentation and assessment may change to suit the class size.
This course will not be offered in 2012/2013.