BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CERN//INDICO//EN BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CSIR IBM Quantum Computing Access Registrations DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250730T060000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260630T153000Z DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260721T140000Z UID:indico-event-158@events.chpc.ac.za DESCRIPTION:CSIR IBM Quantum Computing Access Registrations\n\nHosted by\n \nthe Center for High Performance Computing (CHPC) of the Council for Scie ntific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and funded by the Department of Scie nce\, Trade and Innovation (DSTI).\n\nThe CHPC invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to register for access to quantum computing resources from IBM.\n\nFor more information email: nlisa@csir.co.za\nhttp s://events.chpc.ac.za/event/158/ LOCATION: URL:https://events.chpc.ac.za/event/158/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Annual DIRISA National Research Data Workshop DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260701T053000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260702T150000Z DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260721T140000Z UID:indico-event-168@events.chpc.ac.za DESCRIPTION:\nThe 8th Annual DIRISA National Research Data Workshop\n\n\n We are delighted to invite you to the 8th Annual DIRISA National Research Data Workshop\, an esteemed gathering that convenes experts and enthusias ts from various domains pertinent to research data. The workshop aims to p ropel the progress of data-intensive research and foster an enhanced compr ehension of research data management\, with a keen focus on augmenting the quality of life in South Africa and the broader African context.\n\nIn an era characterized by digital ubiquity and interconnectivity\, the signifi cance of this workshop cannot be overstated. It serves as a cornerstone fo r nurturing a data-literate society\, facilitating invaluable networking o pportunities\, and fostering collaborative connections among like-minded i ndividuals. By fostering the exchange of innovative ideas and best practic es\, participants are empowered to extrapolate insights applicable across diverse domains.\n\nTheme: "Enhancing Technologies for Data-Driven Develop ment for Africa"\n \n\nTopics:\n\n\n\n Africa's Stance on Data Infrastruc ture\, Security\, and Cyber Resilience\n Impact of Data Literacy and Data Sovereignty in African Economic Development\n Pros & Cons on sharing data in partnership and collaboration between private and public sector.\n\n\n\ nEvent Details:\n\n\n Venue: CSIR International Convention Centre\n Format : In-person event with a structured program at the ICC\n\n\nProgramme:\n\n \n TBC.\n\n\nRegistration: \n\nTake advantage of our Early Bird rates by r egistering before 1 June 2026. After this date\, Late Registration fees wi ll apply.\n\n\n \n Online registration remains open until midnight 30 June 2026\, with card payments accepted via PayFast.\n \n \n Onsite registrati on will be available at the venue thereafter\, subject to the applicable f ees.\n \n\n\nFees:\n\n\n\n \n Early Bird Registration (until 1 June 2026): R500.00\n \n \n Late Registration (2 June – 30 June 2026): R800.00\n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nWe eagerly anticipate your participation in this enrichi ng event as we collectively strive towards harnessing the transformative p otential of research data for the betterment of society. Should you have a ny inquiries or require further information\, please do not hesitate to re ach out.\nhttps://events.chpc.ac.za/event/168/ LOCATION:ICC (CSIR ICC) URL:https://events.chpc.ac.za/event/168/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Student Cluster Competition: Team Selection DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260705T060000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260712T153000Z DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260721T140000Z UID:indico-event-169@events.chpc.ac.za DESCRIPTION:5 - 12 July 2026 (Team Selection)\n\nHosted by\n\nThe Center f or High Performance Computing (CHPC) of the Council for Scientific and Ind ustrial Research (CSIR) and funded by the Department of Science and Innova tion (DSI).\n\nThe CHPC invites applications from suitably qualified can didates to enter the CHPC Student Cluster Competition. The CHPC Student Cl uster Competition gives undergraduate students at South African universiti es exposure to the High Performance Computing (HPC) Industry. The winning team stands the chance to be entered into the ISC Student Cluster Competit ion hosted at the 2026 International Supercomputing Conference in Germany. \n\nThe competition registration is open to South African students enrolle d in a STEM related degree who are in 2nd year if enrolled in a 3 year d egree\, or in 2nd or 3rd year if enrolled in a 4 year degree.\n\nTeam Se lection is intended to equip participants with the essential knowledge req uired to build a computing cluster. This includes gaining hands-on experie nce with Linux systems\, understanding the fundamental software stack used in clusters\, and learning the principles of high performance computing. The outcome of the team selection round\,based on the various assessments that teams are required to complete during the week\, are used to determin e which teams advance to the CHPC Student Cluster Competition National Rou nd.\n\nThe teams that make it through to the National Round will build sma ll HPC clusters on the exhibition floor at the CHPC National Annual  Conf erence. The participants are given a selection of benchmarks and  applica tions to optimise and run on their clusters. \n\nThe CHPC will cover the costs of accommodation during all events as well as travel to the venue a nd conference fees\, where applicable.\n\nFor more information email: scc. chpc@csir.co.za\nhttps://events.chpc.ac.za/event/169/ LOCATION: URL:https://events.chpc.ac.za/event/169/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Practical HPC 2026 Winter School Online Course DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260811T120000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260824T140000Z DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260721T140000Z UID:indico-event-176@events.chpc.ac.za DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Mthetho Sovara (CHPC)\, Inus Scheepers (CHPC)\, Binj amin Barsch (CHPC)\, Kevin Colville (CHPC)\nPractical HPC 2026 Winter Scho ol Online Course\n\nThis online course will introduce African HPC users to the systems at the CHPC and help you develop practical skills in using th e cluster for your scientific work. Attendees will learn the basics of usi ng the CHPC Lengau cluster along with how to convert the computational int ensive parts of their scientific workflow into a job script suitable for t he CHPC. The Practical HPC course is 2 weeks long and will need about 4 ho urs per day\, including daily practical sessions each afternoon.\n\nSuper vised Learning Period\n\nEvery week day afternoon from 14:00 to 16:00:\n\n \n Week 1: Tuesday 11 August to Friday 14 August\n Assessment 1: Monday 1 7 August\n Week 2: Tuesday 18 August to Friday  21 August\n Assessment 2: Monday 24 August 2026\n\n\n \n\nSyllabus:\n\nSelf-study:\n\nBefore the course starts…\n\n\n\n \n Introduction to Supercomputing (see below)\n \n \n CHPC Induction course:\n\n \n \n CHPC Hardware\n \n \n The CHP C Systems\n \n \n Job Scripts and the PBSPro Scheduler\n \n \n \n \n L inux commands\n \n\n\nWeek 1 — Practical HPC:\n\n\n \n Advanced Job Scri pts\n \n \n How to Fix Errors\n \n \n Applications—from Workflow to Job Script\n \n\n\nWeek 2 — HPC Software\n\n\n \n Scaling & Performance\n \n \n Installing Your Own Software\n \n \n Python virtual environments\n \n \n Matlab*\n \n\n\n\nIntroduction to Supercomputing\n\n\n\n\nEPCC's "Intro duction to Supercomputing" provides the necessary foundational information and concepts for the Practical HPC course. Their course is free and you w ill not need to sign up to access it.\n\nThe first 3 sections are needed f or the CHPC Winter School that follows.\n\nLesson plan & guide:\n\nAfter t he introduction\, please work through the first 3 sections of the EPCC cou rse:\n\n\n\n\n \n Supercomputing \n \n \n Parallel Computers — SC Hard ware\n \n \n Parallel Computing — SC Programming\n \n \n [Optional] Com puter Simulations\n \n\n\nSection 4 is optional but will help you understa nd how scientific simulations use super computers.\n\n \n\nSkip the exerc ises as similar material is covered in the CHPC courses.\n\n \n\n\n*Matla b\n\nThe 3-hour Matlab module is presented in partnership with Mathworks a nd Optinum.  This module will cover the use of Matlab for HPC with exampl es on the CHPC cluster.\n\nHow to sign up:\n\n\nApply for the Practical HP C Winter School  here (see the menu on the left).\n\nNote:\n\nApplication s to enroll in the Winter School are moderated and will take 1 to 3 busine ss days to process.  Once your application is approved you will be enroll ed from 27 July 2026 in the online course and receive login details via em ail.\n\nYou will need to complete all of the first 3 sections of the OxRSE Supercomputing course to be fully prepared for all the topics in the CHPC Practical HPC course.\n\nWho May Apply\n\nThe CHPC Winter School is open to all CHPC users as well as students\, postdocs and staff of teaching and research institutions from South Africa\, SADC\, the SKA Partner countrie s\, and other African partner countries of the CHPC.\n\nLimited Places\n\n The 2026 Winter School has limited resources and and will only be able to include 80 students.  Preference will be given to new CHPC users and thos e with genuine need.  Successful applicants will be fully enrolled in the course and have access to the interactive sessions\, quizzes and assignme nts during the supervised learning period.\n\nUnsuccessful applicants may request access to the lecture notes and other non-interactive course mater ial for self-study.\n\nTimelines\n\nRegistration: open until 12:00 on 17 A ugust 2026\n\nSelf-study:  14 July to 10 August for self-study\n\nPractic al course:  11–24 August 2026 for supervised learning\n\nAssignment dea dline and close of course:  31 August 2026.\n\n\nImportant: Privacy\n\nIn compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (PoPIA) No. 4 of 2013\, please read the CHPC Events Privacy Notice.\n\nPurpose for the c ollection of personal data:\n\n\n To make contact with you with any matter s regarding this course\;\n Information on your academic background is use d to determine if you are eligible to participate in this event\;\n Impact assessment on future academic/career progress\;\n To report to the Depart ments of Higher Education and Training\, Science and Innovation\, and the Services Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA).\n\n\nThe Centre f or High Performance Computing (CHPC) is part of the National Integrated Cy berinfrastructure System (NICIS) and is managed by the Council for Scient ific and Industrial Research (CSIR).  Please also see the CSIR legal noti ces — note that these links take you to the CSIR's web site:\n\n\n CSIR Privacy Notice\n CSIR PAIA Manual \n\nhttps://events.chpc.ac.za/event/176 / LOCATION: URL:https://events.chpc.ac.za/event/176/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR