Below is a list of training and events relating to advanced research computing. This list includes events hosted by UBC and external partners.
Training & Resources
Upcoming Events
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February 23, 2026
ARC Access Management Portal Info Session
UBC ARC Access Management Portal Information SessionJoin us for a 45‑minute virtual information session introducing the ARC Access Management Portal! In this session, we will cover:How to request Sockeye and Chinook allocationsHow to manage and delegate users within your projectThere will also…
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February 25, 2026
UBC ARC Sockeye Onboarding Session
UBC Advanced Research Computing Sockeye Onboarding SessionThis training session will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. This 60-minute session is designed for those who have recently gained access to Sockeye, UBC’s high-performance computing platform.The first 30 minutes will cover:How to…
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February 26, 2026
Protecting Your Research: Cybersecurity Services and Hygiene
This webinar is hosted by the Department of Psychiatry. Register for the session here.SummaryLed by the Research Cybersecurity and Compliance team from UBC Advanced Research Computing, this webinar will introduce core principles of cybersecurity for research and provide practical guidance for tasks…
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March 3, 2026
Introduction to ARC OnDemand Training Session
Introduction to ARC OnDemandSession Overview:Discover how to use ARC OnDemand, a user-friendly web portal to access UBC Sockeye (UBC’s high-performance computing platform). Through this interface, researchers can launch tools such as RStudio, JupyterHub, or a Virtual Desktop, supporting a broad…
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March 17, 2026
Introduction to Bash Command Line Interface Training Session
Introduction to Bash Command Line InterfaceSession Overview:In this course, participants will learn the basics of remotely connecting to a command line system, navigating file structures, copying and moving files, and modifying content using Bash. The session will also introduce Bash scripting,…
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April 14, 2026
Introduction to Cloud Computing
Introduction to Cloud ComputingSession Overview:This session provides an introduction to the cloud resources available to UBC researchers. The course covers the fundamentals of cloud computing and its applications in supporting research activities. It highlights the Digital Research Alliance of…
Past Events
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February 23, 2026
ARC Access Management Portal Info Session
UBC ARC Access Management Portal Information SessionJoin us for a 45‑minute virtual information session introducing the ARC Access Management Portal! In this session, we will cover:How to request Sockeye and Chinook allocationsHow to manage and delegate users within your projectThere will also…
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January 28, 2026
UBC ARC Sockeye Onboarding Session
UBC Advanced Research Computing Sockeye Onboarding SessionDate: Wednesday, January 28, 2026Time: 10 am to 11 am PSTThis training session will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. Please use this link to registerThis 60-minute session is designed for those who have recently gained access to Sockeye,…
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January 19, 2026
UBC Advanced Research Computing Information Session
UBC Advanced Research Computing Information SessionDate: Monday, January 19, 2026Time: 1 pm to 2 pm PSTThis hour-long virtual session is designed for those new to UBC Advanced Research Computing (ARC) or interested in learning more about its services. The session will introduce ARC’s core offerings…