Module Details |
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Title | DATA STRUCTURES AND ALGORITHMS | ||
Code | COMP108 | ||
Coordinator |
Prof PW Wong Computer Science P.Wong@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 4 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To introduce the notation, terminology, and techniques underpinning the study of algorithms. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Be able to describe the principles of and apply a variety of data structures and their associated algorithms; |
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(LO2) Be able to describe standard algorithms, apply a given pseudo code algorithm in order to solve a given problem, and carry out simple asymptotic analyses of algorithms; |
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(LO3) Be able to describe and apply different algorithm design principles and distinguish the differences between these principles; |
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(LO4) Be able to choose and justify the use of appropriate data structures to enable efficient implementation of algorithms; |
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(S1) Numeracy/computational skills - Reason with numbers/mathematical concepts |
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(S2) Numeracy/computational skills - Problem-solving |
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(S3) Critical thinking and problem-solving - Critical analysis |
Syllabus |
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Basics of algorithms (6 lectures) Basic data structures and associated algorithms (12 lectures) Algorithmic design techniques and efficient use of data structures (18 lectures) |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - Laboratory Work |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
36 |
11 |
47 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 103 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Written Exam There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :2 | 120 minutes. | 60 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Assignment 1 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :2 | 20 hours expected | 20 | ||||
Assignment 2 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :2 | 20 hours expected | 20 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |