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INF1020 - Algorithms and data structures

Course content

This subject will from autumn 2007 be replaced by INF2220

Basic data structures such as stacks, trees, graphs, hash tables and
priority queues, together with algorithms for traversing and
manipulating these structures. Different implementations are covered,
with emphasis being put on efficiency, program structure and abstract
data types. Different sorting algorithms will be examined. Important
elements in the course include recursive programming as well as
evaluation and description of program efficiency.

Learning outcomes

Learn to solve practical and complex problems where the choice of data structures and appropriate algorithms is essential to implement effective programs with acceptable time and space requirements. Students shall also be able to decide if a given problem can be given an efficient implementation at all.

Admission

Students at UiO must apply for courses in StudentWeb.

International applicants, if you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures for international applicants.

The examination in this course is not available for external candidates. Only students admitted to the course may sit for the examination.

Prerequisites

Formal prerequisites

INF1010 - Object oriented programming/INF101/IN105. INF1010 is strongly recommended.

Overlap

10 credits INF110/IN115.

Teaching

2 hours of lectures and 4 hours of tuition each week. The students must hand in and pass obligatory tasks before they are admitted to take the exam.

Exam information

A 4 hour written exam.

Exam resources

No special exam resources are allowed.

Language of examination

The language of examination is Norwegian. You can apply to the administrators of the course to be given the exam text in English. It is possible to submit your response in Norwegian, Swedish, Danish or English.

Assessment and grading

Course grades are awarded on a descending scale using alphabetic grades from A to E for passes and F for fail. Read more about the grading system .

Explanations and appeals

Students can request an explanation of their grades, and can also appeal against their grades or make a complaint about formal examination errors. Read more about explanations and appeals

Possibility of make-up exams and re-takes

This subject offers new examination in the beginning of the subsequent term for candidates who withdraw during an ordinary examination or fail an ordinary examination. For general information about new examination, see http://www.matnat.uio.no/studier/studieinformasjon/eksamen/kontinuasjon.html and http://www.matnat.uio.no/english/studies/examination/repeat.html

Exam options for students with special needs

Students may apply for access to alternative exam resources or exam forms on the basis of chronic illness and/or special needs that create a marked disadvantage to other students in the exam situation. Mothers who are breastfeeding may apply for extra time to complete the exam.

Other information

Note that the first lecture is compulsory.

The subject is regarded equal to INF110/IN115 when practicing exam regulations

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