This course introduces students to data structures and algorithms, including their design, analysis, and implementation. Topics include object-oriented design and object-oriented programming with a study of inheritance, encapsulation and polymorphism, techniques for searching and sorting, time and space efficiency of algorithms, and practical data structures, including arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, heaps, priority queues, hash tables, and graphs. Programs are written in C++.
Prerequisites
CMPT 1020 with a C and MATH 1120 with a C.
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.
- Object-oriented design principles (polymorphism, encapsulation, and inheritance) Recursion Sorting algorithms Searching algorithms Algorithm efficiency Linked lists, stacks, and queues Standard Template Library (STL) Maps Sets Trees Binary search trees Priority queues and heaps Hash tables Graphs
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71530 |
September 8, 2026 to December 17, 2026 |
Online Lecture |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
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.