CS231 – Algorithms, Data Structures & Databases
Bachelor of Science in Computing and Business Technologies
Core Course
CS231 – Algorithms, Data Structures & Databases
Course Unit Code: CS231
Type Of Unit: Core
Level of Course Unit: First cycle
Year of Study: Second year
Semester: On demand
Number of ECTS Credits: 7.5
Class Contact Hours: 36
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites
None
Course Objectives
The objective of this course is to understand the basic algorithms used in databases theory, as well as the underlying data structures. Upon completion of the course, students will be in position to design systems with optimized data structures and optimized algorithms.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand algorithms in computing.
- Understand sorting and order algorithms.
- Understand advanced design and analysis of algorithms.
- Understand basic data structures.
- Understand how to manipulate relational databases.
Course Content
Course Features
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lectures; in-class discussion and debates; in-class exercises; problem sets; team work; video case studies, team presentations, interactive online learning via Moodle (quizzes, assignments, forums)
Assessment methods and criteria
10% Class Participation
90% Final Examination
Language of Instruction
English
Readings
Textbooks:
1. Thomas H. Cormen, Charles E. Leiserson, Ronald L Rivest, Clifford Stein. Introduction to Algorithms (2009)
Optional textbook:
2. Steven Skiena. The Algorithm Design Manual (2010)
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