Algorithm and Flowcharts

Contents & notes: what this topic covers

Under Algorithm and Flowcharts, the JAMB Computer Studies syllabus expects you to study:

• 3. Algorithm and Flowcharts
• (a) Definitions
• (b) Functions of Algorithm
• (c) Properties of Algorithm
• (d) Flowchart symbols

Study notes & guidance

Study Algorithm and Flowcharts using a recommended Computer Studies textbook that follows the JAMB syllabus. Work through the contents listed above one by one, make brief notes in your own words, and then practise as many questions on this topic as you can — in Computer Studies, understanding and steady practice matter far more than memorising. Use the objectives below as a checklist: if you can do each one confidently, you have mastered this topic.

Objectives — candidates should be able to

After studying Algorithm and Flowcharts, you should be able to:

1. Define Algorithm and Flowchart
2. State functions of algorithms: They are used to perform: - Calculations - Data Processing - Automated reasoning etc.
3. State and explain the properties of Algorithm - Input specified - Output specified - Definiteness - Effectiveness - Finiteness etc.
4. Identify Flowchart symbols - Start - Input/Output - Process - Decision - Stop - loop - Continuation etc.
5. Draw Flowchart of a given programming problem

These objectives are from the official JAMB syllabus. Use them as a checklist — if you can do each one confidently, you have mastered this topic.

Source: official JAMB UTME Computer Studies syllabus (IBASS, jamb.gov.ng). Reproduced for study use. Last checked: 17 Sept 2026. Always confirm the current syllabus on the official portal.