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CSCI505 - Advanced Algorithms and Data Structures

Course Details

Course Code: CSCI505 Course ID: 5544 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Graduate

This course explains the design, analysis, and implementation of data structures and algorithms essential for solving computational problems in computer science. Building upon foundational knowledge, students explore and implement advanced data structures and advanced algorithms, including binary search trees, linked lists, graphs, and hash tables. The course also addresses data storage methods, external storage techniques, sorting strategies, and a range of algorithmic design paradigms such as dynamic programming. Emphasis is placed on applying theory through programming languages like Python and other high-level tools to support software development and systems development. By working with these concepts, students strengthen their skills in analysis, implementation, and optimization, aligning with program outcomes in the broader subject of computer science. (Prerequisite: CSCI500) Spanish language learners may complete this course in Spanish.

Course Schedule

Registration Dates Course Dates Start Month Session Weeks
Registration03/30/2026 - 09/04/2026 Course Dates09/07/2026 - 11/01/2026 Start Month September SessionSummer 2026 Session D Weeks8 Week session
Registration04/27/2026 - 10/02/2026 Course Dates10/05/2026 - 11/28/2026 Start Month October SessionFall 2026 Session B Weeks8 Week session
Registration06/29/2026 - 12/04/2026 Course Dates12/07/2026 - 01/31/2027 Start Month December SessionFall 2026 Session D Weeks8 Week session
Registration07/27/2026 - 01/01/2027 Course Dates01/04/2027 - 02/28/2027 Start Month January SessionWinter 2027 Session B Weeks8 Week session

Previous Syllabi

Not current for future courses.