C-DAC Advanced Certificate Course in High-Performance Computing for SC-ST and Women

C-DAC Advanced Certificate Course in High-Performance Computing for SC-ST and Women

High Performance Computing (HPC) is crucial for scientific advancement and economic competitiveness. It is used in various applications like vehicle design, airplanes, drug discovery, energy extraction, and weather forecasting. The Indian government has established a Centre for HPC Upskilling and Knowledge-sharing (C-HUK) in Bengaluru to provide knowledge and proficiency to SC-ST and Women candidates in HPC, AI, Embedded, and Cyber Security, as part of the National Supercomputing Mission.

Overview:

Highlights:

1. Duration: 6 months
2. Tracks Offered:
   • HPC-AI: Covers operating systems, scripting (Perl/Shell), HPC architecture tools, analytics & statistics using Python, parallel programming (OpenMP, MPI), CUDA, OpenCL, OpenACC, and cloud computing.
   • HPC-CS: Includes operating systems, scripting, HPC architecture, cryptographic fundamentals, SOC for HPC, VAPT, ethical hacking, cyber forensics, and cloud computing.
3. Features:
   • No registration or training fee.
   • A monthly stipend of ₹10,000 for all candidates.
   • Hands-on training at C-DAC’s PARAM Supercomputing Facility.
   • Training by industry experts and corporate faculty members.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Educational Qualification:
   • Graduate (B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc/BCA) or Postgraduate (MCA/M.Sc) in IT, Computer Science, Electronics, Telecommunications, or Electrical from a recognized university.
2. Category:
   • Open to candidates belonging to SC, ST, or Women categories.
3. Academic Performance:
   • Minimum 60% marks in the qualifying degree. (5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates)
4. Age Limit:
   • Preference for candidates below 25 years. (5 years relaxation for SC/ST candidates)
5. Other Conditions:
   • Candidates must not be availing themselves of any other stipend during the course period.

How to Apply:

1. Visit the official website of C-DAC HPC Program.
2. Complete the registration form with accurate details.
3. Upload the required documents:
   • Proof of category (SC/ST/Women)
   • Academic certificates
   • ID proof
4. Apply and take a printout for reference.

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