COMP2014J Data Structs & Algs II (S/E)

Academic Year 2021/2022

This module extends the set of standard algorithms addressed in Data Structures and Algorithms I. It covers tree structures, linked structures (graphs), text processing and representation, as well as the core algorithms that complement each structure. A range of implementation techniques are examined, with emphasis being given to the complexity of the various solutions and their applicability to different problem domains.

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module, students will be able to:
- Implement tree data structures and use them in programs.
- Explain how tree balance affects the efficiency of various binary search tree operations.
- Show how different approaches to tree balancing affect the tree structure.
- Describe the heap property and the use of heaps as an implementation of priority queues.
- Solve problems using graph algorithms, including depth-first and breadth-first search, shortest paths, and minimum spanning trees.
- Discuss and contrast how the the runtime and memory efficiency an abstract data type is affected by the choice of implementation strategy.
- Implement simple search algorithms and explain the differences in their time complexities.
- Explain how multiple data structures can be used in concert to solve problems.

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

30
Laboratories

26
Autonomous Student Learning

69
Total

125
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Lectures, Laboratory Worksheets, Take-home Assignments. 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Incompatibles:
COMP2003J - Data Struc and Algorithms 2


 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Continuous Assessment: Multiple Choice Quizzes Varies over the Trimester n/a Graded No

20
Continuous Assessment: Programming assignments. Varies over the Trimester n/a Graded No

30
Examination: End-of-trimester closed-book examination. 2 hour End of Trimester Exam No Graded No

50

Carry forward of passed components
No
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Summer Yes - 2 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Self-assessment activities

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Not yet recorded.

Name Role
Mr Congcong Wang Tutor
Gechuan Zhang Tutor