Heterogeneous Computing

Summer 2020 > Engineering/Engineering Technology > EECE.6540 > 061

Course No: EECE.6540-061; SIS Class Nbr: 3401; SIS Term: 2940
Course Status: Registration Closed

Course Description

This course introduces heterogeneous computing architecture and the design and optimization of applications that best utilize the resources on such platforms. The course topics include heterogeneous computer architecture, offloading architecture/API, operating systems for heterogeneous resources, GPU/FPGA acceleration, OpenCL programming framework, performance optimization, and software development. Labs are included to practice design methodology and tools.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Prerequisites: EECE.5610 Computer Architecture & Design.
  • Core Codes: STEM
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor: Yan Luo
  • UMass Lowell Bookstore

When Offered & Tuition

  • Online Course
  • 2020 Summer: May 18 to Jul 26
  • Chat Hours: Tue 8-9pm*
  • Course Level: Graduate
  • Tuition: $1770
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

*Chat Hours provide an opportunity for the instructor and students to communicate in "real time". It is an informative and interactive session where course related questions, answers, and discussions take place. While student attendance during chat hours is not required, it is highly recommended. Weekly chat sessions are archived for students who are not able to participate in the live chat sessions at the scheduled times.

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