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QCIF provides the high-performance services, infrastructure and support required to achieve excellence in computation and data-driven collaborative research and its application in industry. Our training program offers convenient and frequent access to upskilling opportunities in the most in-demand research computing topics, including programming, statistics, data management and bioinformatics. Our core training team are all certified Instructors with The Carpentries and we work closely with our Members and other organisations nationally to ensure access to the most current and high quality training material.

QCIF https://dresa.org.au/content_providers/qcif QCIF provides the high-performance services, infrastructure and support required to achieve excellence in computation and data-driven collaborative research and its application in industry. Our training program offers convenient and frequent access to upskilling opportunities in the most in-demand research computing topics, including programming, statistics, data management and bioinformatics. Our core training team are all certified Instructors with The Carpentries and we work closely with our Members and other organisations nationally to ensure access to the most current and high quality training material. /system/content_providers/images/000/000/006/original/QCIF_Logo_Master.png?1633560748
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Transferring files and data

A short video outlining the basics on how to use FileZilla to establish a secure file transfer protocol (sftp) connection to HPC to use a drag and drop interface to transfer files between the HPC and a desktop computer.

Keywords: sftp, file transfer, HPC, high performance computer

Resource type: video, guide

Transferring files and data https://dresa.org.au/materials/transferring-files-and-data A short video outlining the basics on how to use FileZilla to establish a secure file transfer protocol (sftp) connection to HPC to use a drag and drop interface to transfer files between the HPC and a desktop computer. QCIF Training (training@qcif.edu.au) sftp, file transfer, HPC, high performance computer
Basic Linux/Unix commands

A series of eight videos (each between 5 and 10 minutes long) following the content of the Software Carpentry workshop "The Unix Shell".

Sessions 1, 2 and 3 provide instructions on the minimal level of Linux/Unix commands recommended for new...

Keywords: HPC, high performance computer, Unix, Linux, Software Carpentry

Resource type: video, guide

Basic Linux/Unix commands https://dresa.org.au/materials/basic-linux-unix-commands A series of eight videos (each between 5 and 10 minutes long) following the content of the Software Carpentry workshop ["The Unix Shell"](https://swcarpentry.github.io/shell-novice/). Sessions 1, 2 and 3 provide instructions on the minimal level of Linux/Unix commands recommended for new users of HPC. 1 – An overview of how to find out where a user is in the filesystem, list the files there, and how to get help on Unix commands 2 – How to move around the file system and change into other directories 3 – Explains the difference between an absolute and relative path 4 – Overview of how to create new directories, and to create and edit new files with nano 5 – How to use the vi editor to edit files 6 – Overview of file viewers available 7 – How to copy and move files and directories 8 – How to remove files and directories Further details and exercises with solutions can be found on the Software Carpentry "The Unix Shell" page (https://swcarpentry.github.io/shell-novice/) QCIF Training (training@qcif.edu.au) HPC, high performance computer, Unix, Linux, Software Carpentry
HPC file systems and what users need to consider for appropriate and efficient usage

Three videos on miscellaneous aspects of HPC usage - useful reference for new users of HPC systems.

1 – General overview of different file systems that might be available on HPC. The video goes through shared file systems such as /home and /scratch, local compute node file systems (local...

Keywords: HPC, high performance computer, File systems

Resource type: video, presentation

HPC file systems and what users need to consider for appropriate and efficient usage https://dresa.org.au/materials/hpc-file-systems-and-what-users-need-to-consider-for-appropriate-and-efficient-usage Three videos on miscellaneous aspects of HPC usage - useful reference for new users of HPC systems. 1 – General overview of different file systems that might be available on HPC. The video goes through shared file systems such as /home and /scratch, local compute node file systems (local scratch or $TMPDIR) and storage file system. It outlines what users need to consider if they wish to use any of these in their workflows. 2 – Overview of the different directories that might be present on HPC. These could include /home, /scratch, /opt, /lib and lib64, /sw and others. 3 – Overview of the Message-of-the-day file and the message that is displayed to users every time they log in. This displays info about general help and often current problems or upcoming outages. QCIF Training (training@qcif.edu.au) HPC, high performance computer, File systems
Connecting to HPC

A series of three short videos introducing how to use PuTTY to connect from a Windows PC to a secure HPC (high performance computing) cluster.

1 - The very basics on how to establish a connection to HPC.
2 - How to add more specific options for the connection to HPC.
3 - How to save the...

Keywords: HPC, high performance computer, ssh

Resource type: video, guide

Connecting to HPC https://dresa.org.au/materials/connecting-to-hpc A series of three short videos introducing how to use PuTTY to connect from a Windows PC to a secure HPC (high performance computing) cluster. 1 - The very basics on how to establish a connection to HPC. 2 - How to add more specific options for the connection to HPC. 3 - How to save the details and options for a connection for future use. QCIF Training (training@qcif.edu.au) HPC, high performance computer, ssh
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  • Working with Sensitive Data

    4 December 2023

    Working with Sensitive Data https://dresa.org.au/events/working-with-sensitive-data-15e2f59e-96c1-4d77-907b-ca2bfed53e97 This workshop uses practical and discussion-based training to guide researchers about identifying what constitutes sensitive data, the risks of working with sensitive data, and how to appropriately manage those risks. It covers the 'Five Safes' framework and researchers' responsibilities, and introduces ways to promote data security and mitigate disclosure risks. 2023-12-04 09:00:00 UTC 2023-12-04 11:30:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] webinar open_to_all []

  • Predicting Binary Outcomes using Logistic Regression

    28 November 2023

    Predicting Binary Outcomes using Logistic Regression https://dresa.org.au/events/predicting-binary-outcomes-using-logistic-regression-86c941cd-6307-402f-8a16-c77ab805ec8b This practical half-day workshop will help participants to develop an understanding of the principles, methods, and interpretation of logistic regression, a statistical technique to generate binary (yes/no) outcomes from complex input data. The course will cover the principles of logistic regression and includes practical sessions getting hands-on experience of logistic regression in R. 2023-11-28 09:00:00 UTC 2023-11-28 12:30:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • Introduction to Programming: R for Reproducible Scientific Analysis

    10 - 13 October 2023

    Introduction to Programming: R for Reproducible Scientific Analysis https://dresa.org.au/events/introduction-to-programming-r-for-reproducible-scientific-analysis-5f88b611-c157-447f-b2e9-b538137a1837 This Software Carpentry workshop will introduce novice programmers to the R software environment, a powerful, popular and free statistical and graphical programming language. R is commonly used in many scientific disciplines for statistical analysis and its array of third-party packages. The emphasis of this workshop is to give attendees a strong foundation in the fundamentals of R, and to teach best practices for scientific computing: breaking down analyses into modular units, task automation, and encapsulation. 2023-10-10 09:00:00 UTC 2023-10-13 12:30:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • Introduction to Programming: R for Reproducible Scientific Analysis

    6 - 9 November 2023

    Introduction to Programming: R for Reproducible Scientific Analysis https://dresa.org.au/events/introduction-to-programming-r-for-reproducible-scientific-analysis-cf2a287c-abe2-4e6a-a2e0-a04b7b472538 This Software Carpentry workshop will introduce novice programmers to the R software environment, a powerful, popular and free statistical and graphical programming language. R is commonly used in many scientific disciplines for statistical analysis and its array of third-party packages. The emphasis of this workshop is to give attendees a strong foundation in the fundamentals of R, and to teach best practices for scientific computing: breaking down analyses into modular units, task automation, and encapsulation. 2023-11-06 09:00:00 UTC 2023-11-09 12:30:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • Introduction to Programming: Plotting and Programming with Python

    23 - 26 October 2023

    Introduction to Programming: Plotting and Programming with Python https://dresa.org.au/events/introduction-to-programming-plotting-and-programming-with-python-5d29aca3-e30a-4588-84a7-16ddd16ed6aa This Software Carpentry workshop will introduce the building blocks of the Python scripting environment. Participants will start by exploring the command-line interface and basic programming concepts using Unix, before moving on to learn about simple and complex data types, conditionals and looping in Python. This workshop will prepare participants to carry out batch analysis and equip them with the knowledge to start creating automated pipelines to increase data processing power and productivity. 2023-10-23 09:00:00 UTC 2023-10-26 12:30:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • Introduction to SPSS

    31 October 2023

    Introduction to SPSS https://dresa.org.au/events/introduction-to-spss-e88a53c0-6b56-4bc0-850f-a006473b6f41 This workshop will provide a hands-on introduction to the widely-used SPSS statistical analysis package. Participants will learn how to import, manage and transform datasets, and how to summarise and present data. The workshop will also include a basic introduction to statistical testing using SPSS. 2023-10-31 09:00:00 UTC 2023-10-31 17:00:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • REDCap 101: Getting Started with REDCap

    9 October 2023

    REDCap 101: Getting Started with REDCap https://dresa.org.au/events/redcap-101-getting-started-with-redcap-4245f757-ab20-4428-9062-ad78f60d596c REDCap is a widely used platform for managing and sharing surveys and registries of clinical research data. This series of short training modules covers everything from an introductory guide to REDCap through to running complex clinical trials. The modules are all stand-alone, and attendees can pick and choose which to attend depending on prior experience and research needs. 2023-10-09 14:00:00 UTC 2023-10-09 16:00:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • REDCap 102: Creating Projects

    16 October 2023

    REDCap 102: Creating Projects https://dresa.org.au/events/redcap-102-creating-projects-8e01d54b-38ab-4ea1-be86-2ba97687b93f REDCap is a widely used platform for managing and sharing surveys and registries of clinical research data. This series of short training modules covers everything from an introductory guide to REDCap through to running complex clinical trials. The modules are all stand-alone, and attendees can pick and choose which to attend depending on prior experience and research needs. 2023-10-16 14:00:00 UTC 2023-10-16 16:00:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • Statistical Comparisons using R

    5 December 2023

    Statistical Comparisons using R https://dresa.org.au/events/statistical-comparisons-using-r-3a10e88d-f521-4a7d-b5b3-828fc34c779d This practical workshop will help participants to choose and use the appropriate standard statistical test for their data by introducing key concepts of inferential statistics in R. Participants will learn how to compute and interpret hypothesis tests for popular statistical models such as correlation, contingency tables, chi-square test, t-test and ANOVA. 2023-12-05 09:00:00 UTC 2023-12-05 17:00:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • Statistical Comparisons using R

    2 November 2023

    Statistical Comparisons using R https://dresa.org.au/events/statistical-comparisons-using-r-e61745ca-d9f2-4a61-bccc-ae18dd1c5a86 This practical workshop will help participants to choose and use the appropriate standard statistical test for their data by introducing key concepts of inferential statistics in R. Participants will learn how to compute and interpret hypothesis tests for popular statistical models such as correlation, contingency tables, chi-square test, t-test and ANOVA. 2023-11-02 09:00:00 UTC 2023-11-02 17:00:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • Statistical Comparisons using SPSS

    17 November 2023

    Statistical Comparisons using SPSS https://dresa.org.au/events/statistical-comparisons-using-spss-6a14304d-cefb-4f3d-b205-9d2f3dd4c516 This practical workshop will help participants to choose and use the appropriate standard statistical test for their data by introducing key concepts of inferential statistics in SPSS. Participants will learn how to compute and interpret hypothesis tests for popular statistical models such as correlation, contingency tables, chi-square test, t-test and ANOVA. 2023-11-17 09:00:00 UTC 2023-11-17 17:00:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • Statistical Comparisons for HASS

    9 October 2023

    Statistical Comparisons for HASS https://dresa.org.au/events/statistical-comparisons-for-hass This practical workshop will help participants to choose and use the appropriate standard statistical test for their data by introducing key concepts of inferential statistics in SPSS. Participants will learn how to compute and interpret hypothesis tests for popular statistical models such as correlation, contingency tables, chi-square test, t-test and ANOVA. 2023-10-09 09:00:00 UTC 2023-10-09 17:00:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • Linear Regression using R

    7 December 2023

    Linear Regression using R https://dresa.org.au/events/linear-regression-using-r-bc7ae066-df17-44c1-ad2e-d9fade888753 This workshop is designed to increase participants understanding of statistical relationships between data. It introduces principles and methods of regression models using R, and how to interpret relationships between variables. The course covers basic principles of regression methods through to interpreting the output of statistical analyses, and also includes practical sessions giving hands-on experience with regression analysis in R. 2023-12-07 09:00:00 UTC 2023-12-07 17:00:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • Linear Regression using SPSS

    19 October 2023

    Linear Regression using SPSS https://dresa.org.au/events/linear-regression-using-spss-2a64ca34-1c35-4950-a19f-8e5cc8c3e17b This workshop is designed to increase participants understanding of statistical relationships between data. It introduces principles and methods of regression models using SPSS, and how to interpret relationships between variables. The course covers basic principles of regression methods through to interpreting the output of statistical analyses, and also includes practical sessions giving hands-on experience with regression analysis in SPSS. 2023-10-19 09:00:00 UTC 2023-10-19 17:00:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • Introduction to HPC

    13 November 2023

    Introduction to HPC https://dresa.org.au/events/introduction-to-hpc-a3084e80-4009-4b80-b800-5c859a1b5130 High-Performance Computing, or HPC, is the use of computers orders of magnitude faster and more powerful than even the best desktop PC. As research becomes more and more data-intensive, an ever broader range of researchers are using HPC for their data analysis. This workshop will give you an introduction to using high-performance computing systems effectively (as well as their limitations), and will introduce the basics of how to access a HPC cluster, load and use software, and submit jobs to run. 2023-11-13 09:00:00 UTC 2023-11-13 13:00:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop host_institution []

  • Introduction to Programming: R for Reproducible Scientific Analysis

    11 - 14 December 2023

    Introduction to Programming: R for Reproducible Scientific Analysis https://dresa.org.au/events/introduction-to-programming-r-for-reproducible-scientific-analysis-cd3a79d4-a5a3-422c-ad29-76da537ff772 This Software Carpentry workshop will introduce novice programmers to the R software environment, a powerful, popular and free statistical and graphical programming language. R is commonly used in many scientific disciplines for statistical analysis and its array of third-party packages. The emphasis of this workshop is to give attendees a strong foundation in the fundamentals of R, and to teach best practices for scientific computing: breaking down analyses into modular units, task automation, and encapsulation. 2023-12-11 09:00:00 UTC 2023-12-14 12:30:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • REDCap 202: Finalising and Running a Clinical Trial

    30 October 2023

    REDCap 202: Finalising and Running a Clinical Trial https://dresa.org.au/events/redcap-202-finalising-and-running-a-clinical-trial-9e69faf5-3cb1-46d2-8d5e-5b124d79aa14 REDCap is a widely used platform for managing and sharing surveys and registries of clinical research data. This series of short training modules covers everything from an introductory guide to REDCap through to running complex clinical trials. The modules are all stand-alone, and attendees can pick and choose which to attend depending on prior experience and research needs. 2023-10-30 14:00:00 UTC 2023-10-30 16:00:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • REDCap 201: Advanced Project Management

    23 October 2023

    REDCap 201: Advanced Project Management https://dresa.org.au/events/redcap-201-advanced-project-management-c8faa9d2-2521-4f93-842a-35cd11622791 REDCap is a widely used platform for managing and sharing surveys and registries of clinical research data. This series of short training modules covers everything from an introductory guide to REDCap through to running complex clinical trials. The modules are all stand-alone, and attendees can pick and choose which to attend depending on prior experience and research needs. 2023-10-23 14:00:00 UTC 2023-10-23 16:00:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []

  • Introduction to Unix

    16 October 2023

    Introduction to Unix https://dresa.org.au/events/introduction-to-unix-bc01596a-861f-43f8-ae53-4b31eec8246d The Unix shell has been around longer than most of its users have been alive. It has survived so long because it’s a power tool that allows people to do complex things with just a few keystrokes. More importantly, it helps them combine existing programs in new ways and automate repetitive tasks so they aren’t typing the same things over and over again. Use of the shell is fundamental to using a wide range of other powerful tools and computing resources (including 'high-performance computing' supercomputers). This Software Carpentry workshop will start you on a path towards using these resources effectively. 2023-10-16 09:00:00 UTC 2023-10-16 12:30:00 UTC QCIF QCIF training@qcif.edu.au [] [] workshop open_to_all []