PCCST303 · Module 2: Linked List and Memory Management

Syllabus

What this module covers

The KTU 2024 scheme lists the following topics in Module 2:

  1. Singly Linked List
    • Operations on Linked List
    • Stacks and Queues using Linked List
    • Polynomial representation using Linked List
  2. Doubly Linked List
  3. Circular Linked List
  4. Memory Allocation
    • First-fit, Best-fit, and Worst-fit allocation schemes
  5. Garbage Collection and Compaction

Exam pattern

For Module 2, the exam includes 2 compulsory 3-mark questions in Part A and two 9-mark questions in Part B, of which one is answered. To prepare for both, this module's lessons cover the underlying concepts, the exam-ready algorithms, and larger worked problems for each topic.

For a focused list of the questions most likely to appear from this module, see Most Expected Questions.