Multi-threaded Programming
Study plans 2016-2017
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IMT3801
- 5 ECTS
On the basis of
IMT2021 Algorithmic Methods or equivalent
It is strongly recommended that IMT2021 is passed prior to the course in Multi-threaded Programming.
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
- Function Pointers and Callbacks
- Game programming techniques
- Distributed programming environments
Teaching Methods
Lectures
Laboratory work
Teaching Methods (additional text)
Student will work primarily 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 two internal examiner and we will use external examiner every fifth year, next time 2016.
Re-sit examination
Re-sit for the oral examination in August.
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.