
C711 - C714 USACO Contest Sprint
30 hours of in-person learning + 12 hours of Q&A and contest mock simulation
Date & Time
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September - June
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2 hours per lesson, additional lessons are on demand
Location:
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Burlington Classroom
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Newton Classroom
Prerequisite:
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C701, or Strong Programming Experience
Course Description:
The USACO is a competitive programming contest designed for pre-college students who are new or experienced to algorithmic problem-solving. In this course, you’ll learn fundamental concepts, advanced programming skills, algorithms, and tackle a variety of interesting problems. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to solidify your understanding, USACO is a great starting point.
Key Topics Covered
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Basic Algorithms: Dive into essential algorithms such as sorting, searching, and basic data structures (arrays, lists, etc.).
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Greedy Algorithms: Learn how to make optimal choices at each step to maximize overall gain.
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Simulation Problems: Practice modeling real-world scenarios using code.
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Graph Theory: Explore graph algorithms like breadth-first search (BFS) and depth-first search (DFS).
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Dynamic Programming: Understand the concept of memoization and solve problems efficiently.
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Mathematics: Brush up on number theory, modular arithmetic, and combinatorics.
Course Structure:
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Lectures: Engage in interactive lectures covering theory, examples, and problem-solving techniques.
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Practice Sessions: Work on a wide range of problems to reinforce your understanding.
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Contests: Participate in mock contests to simulate the actual USACO experience.
Goals:
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
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Solve the USACO problems confidently.
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Understand common algorithms and their applications.
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Approach new problems systematically.
Please note that our total sessions include the holidays listed below. No classes will be held on these holidays.
Holiday Schedule:
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Thanksgiving: Week 48
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Christmas: Week 52
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New Year's Day: Week 1
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Chinese New Year: Week 5
Massachusetts Public School February and April Breaks:
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February Break: Week 8
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April Break: Week 17
Enroll a Class
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C711 - USACO Contest - Bronze (Enroll below)
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C712 - USACO Contest - Sliver (Contact us for detailed timing arrangement)
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C713 - USACO Contest - Gold (Contact us for detailed timing arrangement)
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C714 - USACO Contest - Platinum (Contact us for detailed timing arrangement)