Advanced Scientific Computing, Certificate

This certificate is open to all masters and PhD students currently enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania.

The Penn Institute for Computational Science (PICS) offers the Advanced Scientific Computing Certificate. This is open to all MSE and PhD students enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania. The Certificate can be completed in one year, and courses may count towards other majors and degree requirements depending on the program.

Upon successful completion, students will:

  1. Develop unique skills at the nexus of high-performance scientific computing, data science, physical science and engineering.
  2. Become equipped to solve the complex scientific and technological problems that carry societal impact through theory and computing.
  3. Earn a Certificate of Advanced Scientific Computing which will appear on the student’s official Penn transcript.

https://pics.upenn.edu/certificate-of-advanced-scientific-computing-at-the-penn-institute-for-computational-science/

Curriculum

In order to complete The Certificate of Advanced Scientific Computing students must:
1) Download, complete and submit the registration form. 1
2) Complete 4 courses. Options include:
1 CU in1
CIT 5960
Algorithms and Computation
or CIS 5020
 Analysis of Algorithms
CIS 5620
Computer Animation
CIS 5450
Big Data Analytics
ENM 5020
Numerical Methods and Modeling
1 CU in1
CIS 5600
Interactive Computer Graphics
MSE 5610
Atomic Modeling in Materials Science
BE 5590
Multiscale Modeling of Chemical and Biological Systems
SCMP 5990
Master's Independent Study
2 CU Electives in:2
CIS 5200
Machine Learning
or CIS 5210
 Artificial Intelligence
or CIS 6200
 Advanced Topics in Machine Learning
ENM 5310
Data-driven Modeling and Probabilistic Scientific Computing
CIS 5190
Applied Machine Learning
BE 5160
Introduction to High-Performance Scientific Computing
STAT 5710
Modern Data Mining
Other course substitutions require prior approval
3) Attend at least 2 workshops hosted by PICS. 2
4) Attend 8 AMCS or PICS colloquium hosted on various Fridays from 2:00pm-3:00pm 3
1

Fill out the Registration Form and have it signed by your adviser. Submit the completed form via email or in person to Ravi Radhakrishnan.

2

More information on PICS workshops can be found here.

3

More information on AMCS or PICS colloquium can be found here.

The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2025 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.