High performance computing (HPC) draws on a number of different educational topics, and the problems HPC is used to solve are often multi-discplinary. Those working in HPC need a breadth of knowledge and depth in core HPC skills for current economic trends that are driving significant growth in the use of HPC resources including: big data, medical informatics, and finite element modeling. Universities and colleges can provide a stream of Bachelor's graduates to fill these openings. However, this can be difficult to fit into a 4-year degree plan unless planning is done early. This talk will address the issues of HPC education and workforce development and faciliate an open discussion of approaches for higher education to prepare the next general of HPC professionals. The talk will include an overview of a new Computer Science/HPC minor at the University of Tulsa and HPC education and possible solution approaches for goals of this program and similar programs at other institutions.

Presenter(s)

Peter Hawrylak