COP 3530 (Data Structures) and familiarity with discrete mathematics and data structures. COT 5405 (analysis of algorithms) recommended, but not required.
Pretest:
Grads if you score less than 65\% on this
pre-test
given on the first day of class
you do NOT have the skills needed to take this course.
If you nevertheless take this course, you should expect to
put in ATLEAST twice as much time to make up for your missing background
skills on your own.
You can check your performance
using the following
pretest solution file
The pre-test does NOT count in your grade.