CS 1520 Data Structures

Continuing Education and Special Programs

Introduction to use and implementation of data and file structures such as sets, hash tables, stacks, trees, queues, heaps, and graphs. Basic algorithm analysis. Searching and sorting. Basic object-oriented analysis, design, and modeling tools.

Course details

Units:

Course syllabus:

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Course notes:

If your equivalent course did not use the Python programming language, it is not a problem. The same introductory programming concepts apply. The textbook (Ch. 1-10) will help you understand the Python syntax. View an overview of essential differences between Python, Java and C++ at hiswebsite and free, online Python tutorials on the Python website.

Prerequisites:

UNI students: CS 1510. Prerequisite(s) or corequisite(s): CS 1800

Bachelor of Liberal Studies (BLS) distribution area:

Students working toward their Bachelor of Liberal Studies may apply credit earned in this course to their degree. This Guided Independent Study course is applicable to the Natural Sciences and Mathematics distribution area. Learn more about the BLS degree program.

Textbook(s)

Lambert, K. A. Fundamentals of Python: From First Programs through Data Structures. 2010. Course Technology. ISBN-10: 1-4239-0218-1, ISBN-13: 978-1-4239-0218-8.

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Additional materials:

You will need to download and install the free Python development package (version 2.x and NOT version 3.x) from the Python website. Appendix A of the textbook walks you through the installation of Python.

Course delivery

This course is available in an online format, utilizing web pages and eLearning, a learning management system requiring Internet access and a web browser. Students may need access to someone who can assist with computer set-up.

Instructor(s)

Mark Fienup

Fienup@cs.uni.edu

Enrollment information

Tuition: $246/unit, plus non-refundable enrollment fee of $10 and technology fee of $38 for online courses

To enroll: Visit the GIS Enrollment page for forms and information. Or visit us at CEEE 16 on the UNI campus. Campus map

Questions?
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GIS ENROLLMENT INFO
We are currently enrolling for the Fall 2017 semester for the Guided Independent Study courses. We will begin enrolling for the Spring 2018 semester November 1.

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2017-18 Tuition & Fees
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Time Guidelines
You may take up to nine months to complete a course. If necessary, a one-time 90-day extension, requested in writing, may be granted for a $10 fee.

Exams
Exams may be taken in your local community under the supervision of an approved proctor.