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DSA Syllabus

The course on Data Structures and Algorithms spans 14-16 weeks and requires basic programming knowledge and an understanding of mathematics. It covers core concepts, algorithm analysis, and practical applications through various modules including arrays, linked lists, trees, graphs, and dynamic programming. Assessments include assignments, quizzes, projects, and exams to evaluate students' understanding and application of DSA principles.

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DSA Syllabus

The course on Data Structures and Algorithms spans 14-16 weeks and requires basic programming knowledge and an understanding of mathematics. It covers core concepts, algorithm analysis, and practical applications through various modules including arrays, linked lists, trees, graphs, and dynamic programming. Assessments include assignments, quizzes, projects, and exams to evaluate students' understanding and application of DSA principles.

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Course Title: Data Structures and Algorithms

Course Duration: 14-16 Weeks

Prerequisites:

 Basic programming knowledge (C, C++, Java, Python, or equivalent)


 Understanding of mathematics and logic

Course Objectives

1. Understand the core concepts of data structures and algorithms.


2. Analyze the time and space complexities of algorithms.
3. Develop efficient and optimized solutions to computational problems.
4. Gain hands-on experience with implementing data structures and algorithms.
5. Apply DSA in real-world applications and coding interviews.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to DSA

 Overview of Data Structures and Algorithms


 Role of DSA in Problem Solving
 Algorithm Analysis:
o Time Complexity (Big-O, Big-Theta, Big-Omega)
o Space Complexity
o Best, Worst, and Average Case Analysis
 Asymptotic Notations and Examples

Module 2: Arrays and Strings

 Introduction to Arrays
o Operations: Traversal, Insertion, Deletion
o Applications: Prefix Sum, Sliding Window, Two-pointer Technique
 Strings
o String Manipulation Techniques
o Pattern Matching (Naive Approach, KMP Algorithm, Rabin-Karp)
o Applications in Text Processing

Module 3: Searching and Sorting Algorithms

 Searching Techniques:
o Linear Search
o Binary Search and its Variants (First/Last Occurrence, Rotated
Arrays)
 Sorting Algorithms:
o Bubble Sort, Selection Sort, Insertion Sort
o Merge Sort, Quick Sort, Heap Sort
o Counting Sort, Radix Sort, Bucket Sort
 Analysis and Comparison of Sorting Algorithms

Module 4: Linked Lists

 Singly Linked List:


o Operations: Insertion, Deletion, Reversal, Searching
o Applications: LRU Cache, Hash Chains
 Doubly Linked List:
o Operations and Applications
 Circular Linked List
 Advanced Applications of Linked Lists

Module 5: Stacks and Queues

 Stack:
o Stack Operations (Push, Pop, Peek)
o Applications: Parenthesis Matching, Infix to Postfix Conversion,
Expression Evaluation
 Queue:
o Queue Operations (Enqueue, Dequeue)
o Circular Queue, Double-Ended Queue (Deque)
 Priority Queues and Heaps
o Min-Heap, Max-Heap
o Heapify and Applications

Module 6: Trees

 Tree Basics:
o Binary Trees: Traversals (Preorder, Inorder, Postorder, Level Order)
o Binary Search Tree (BST): Operations and Applications
 Advanced Trees:
o AVL Trees, Red-Black Trees
o B-Trees, B+ Trees
o Segment Trees and Fenwick Trees
 Applications: Expression Trees, Huffman Encoding

Module 7: Graphs

 Graph Basics:
o Representations (Adjacency Matrix, Adjacency List)
o Types of Graphs (Directed, Undirected, Weighted, Unweighted)
 Graph Traversals:
o Depth First Search (DFS), Breadth First Search (BFS)
 Algorithms:
o Dijkstra’s Algorithm, Bellman-Ford Algorithm
o Floyd-Warshall Algorithm, Prim’s and Kruskal’s MST Algorithms
 Applications:
o Topological Sorting, Cycle Detection, Shortest Path Problems

Module 8: Hashing

 Hash Table and Hash Functions


 Collision Handling Techniques:
o Chaining, Open Addressing (Linear Probing, Quadratic Probing,
Double Hashing)
 Applications of Hashing:
o Anagrams, Frequency Counting, Caching

Module 9: Recursion and Backtracking

 Basics of Recursion:
o Recursive Functions and Recurrence Relations
o Tail Recursion and Non-Tail Recursion
 Backtracking Techniques:
o N-Queens Problem
o Sudoku Solver
o Subset Generation and Permutations

Module 10: Divide and Conquer

 Fundamentals of Divide and Conquer


 Applications:
o Merge Sort, Quick Sort
o Binary Search Variants
o Closest Pair of Points Problem

Module 11: Dynamic Programming (DP)

 Basics of DP
o Overlapping Subproblems and Optimal Substructure
o Memoization and Tabulation
 Classic DP Problems:
o Knapsack Problem (0/1 and Fractional)
o Longest Common Subsequence (LCS), Longest Increasing
Subsequence (LIS)
o Matrix Chain Multiplication
o Coin Change Problem, Rod Cutting Problem

Module 12: Greedy Algorithms


 Fundamentals of Greedy Techniques
 Applications:
o Activity Selection Problem
o Huffman Encoding
o Fractional Knapsack
o Minimum Spanning Trees (Prim’s and Kruskal’s)

Module 13: Advanced Topics

 Trie Data Structure


 Disjoint Set Union (Union-Find)
 Graph Algorithms:
o Tarjan’s Algorithm for SCC
o Kosaraju’s Algorithm
 Advanced Shortest Path Algorithms (Johnson’s Algorithm)

Module 14: Applications and Real-World Use Cases

 Coding Interview Problems and Techniques


 Competitive Programming Strategies
 Real-world Applications of DSA:
o Database Indexing
o Network Routing Algorithms
o Game Theory and AI

Assessments and Evaluation

1. Assignments (30%): Weekly coding assignments on various topics.


2. Quizzes (20%): Regular quizzes to test theoretical understanding.
3. Projects (20%): Implement a real-world application using DSA.
4. Exams (30%): Mid-term and final exams.

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