Algorithms and Data Structures

Course code CSTP 2140

Credit 3.0

Length 60.0 hours

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Students learn the fundamentals of algorithm analysis and design through hands-on practice in this course. They study various algorithms and data structures frequently used in software development. Students learn to analyze the time and space complexities of algorithms and choose algorithms for non-trivial programming problems.

Data structures covered in this course include: arrays and vectors, lists, queues, stacks, and trees and graphs. Algorithms covered include: recursion, divide and conquer, greedy techniques and sorting algorithms.

Prerequisites

CSTP 1204 or equivalent, taken prior to or concurrently.

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • The fundamentals of algorithm analysis
  • Vectors and Arrays
  • Lists
  • Iteration vs Recursion
  • Common Sorting algorithms
  • Time and space complexity analysis
  • Divide and conquer and greedy algorithms
  • Stacks and queues
  • Graphs
  • Binary trees and balanced binary trees
  • Tree traversal algorithms

Course schedules

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.