Clemson University
Design and Analysis of Algorithms
Clemson University

Design and Analysis of Algorithms

Brian Dean

Instructor: Brian Dean

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level
Some related experience required
27 hours to complete
3 weeks at 9 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Build toward a degree
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level
Some related experience required
27 hours to complete
3 weeks at 9 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Build toward a degree

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August 2024

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4 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 6 modules in this course

This module covers how to analyze performance of algorithms, models of computation, basic data structures, algorithm design techniques, and common sorting algorithms. [Workload: 1 Week]

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22 videos4 readings1 assignment

This module asks learners to apply the knowledge gained in Module 1 to a Programming Assignment with 3 parts. [Workload: 1 Week]

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1 video1 reading1 programming assignment

This module covers methods for analyzing expected running time and average-case performance, randomized quicksort and quickselect, examples of randomized algorithms and data structures, and "high probability" bounds. [Workload: 1 Week]

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18 videos1 reading1 assignment

This module covers techniques for analyzing recursive algorithms ("divide and conquer"), recursive thinking, and examples of recursion in algorithm design. [Workload: 1 Week]

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14 videos1 reading1 assignment

This module asks learners to apply the knowledge gained in previous modules, particularly Module 4, to a Programming Assignment. [Workload: 1 Week]

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1 video1 reading1 programming assignment

This module covers priority queues, binary search trees for representing sets, maps, and sequences, randomized and amortized tree balancing mechanisms, and sweep line methods. [Workload: 1 Week]

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14 videos2 readings1 assignment

Instructor

Brian Dean
Clemson University
1 Course82 learners

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This course is part of the following degree program(s) offered by Clemson University. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.¹

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