Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming - CSC 221 at Virginia Western Community College


         
 
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CSC 221 - Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming
Introduces problem solving and implementation of solutions using a high level programming language in a structured programming environment. Includes concepts and practice of structured programming, problem-solving, top-down design of algorithms, a high level programming language syntax, control structures, arrays, and an introduction into object oriented programming. First course in a three-course sequence (CSC 221, CSC 222, CSC 223). The assignments in this course require mathematical problem solving skills, algebraic modeling and functions, and use of variables.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits

Schedule at Virginia Western Community College

Fall 2024 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
42114 CSC 221-11 3
 M W   
12:00 p.m.-1:15 p.m.
 2024-08-26 Main P
41764 CSC 221-12 3
  Tu Th  
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
 2024-08-26 Main P
52549 CSC 221-HY1 3
  Tu Th  
12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m.
 2024-10-24 Main HY
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
This is a hybrid class delivered partially in the classroom and partially on the web.
41765 CSC 221-N1 3
   W   
6:00 p.m.-8:45 p.m.
 2024-08-26 Main P
41766 CSC 221-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-08-26 Virtual Distance Learning WW
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
41769 CSC 221-V2 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-08-26 Virtual Distance Learning WW
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
41770 CSC 221-V3 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-08-26 Virtual Distance Learning WW
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
42045 CSC 221-V4 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-08-26 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This section is for Virginia Western students in the AS Science program.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
51716 CSC 221-V5 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-10-24 Virtual Distance Learning WW
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
42092 CSC 221-Z1 3
   W   
6:00 p.m.-8:45 p.m.
 2024-08-26 Virtual-Real Time WW
This is an online course with a specific meeting pattern. To participate in this class, you must be connected online during the dates and times specified in the class schedule. High-speed internet access is required.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.

Spring 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
31042 CSC 221-11 3
  Tu Th  
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
 2025-01-13 Main P
31041 CSC 221-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Distance Learning WW
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
This section is only for students enrolled in:
31043 CSC 221-V2 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This section is only for students enrolled in:
31044 CSC 221-V3 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
31248 CSC 221-V4 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This section is only for students enrolled in AS Science
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.

Summer 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
33830 CSC 221-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-05-19 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
33915 CSC 221-V2 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-05-19 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
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