Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming - CSC 221 at Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge Community College

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
70504 CSC 221-01 3
 M W   
11:00 a.m.-12:22 p.m.
2026-01-20 Main Campus P
85208 CSC 221-E40W 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
2026-01-20 Virtual Distance Learning WW
NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. This is a fast-paced accelerated 1st 7-week course. Starts January 20.
This course is delivered through our Shared Services Distance Learning by Northern Virginia Community College. If you have any questions, please contact Ginger McDaniel at mcdanielg@brcc.edu
85197 CSC 221-E50N 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
2026-02-03 Virtual Distance Learning WW
2nd twelve-week online course offered by NOVA Online. NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. Starts February 3.
This course is delivered through our Shared Services Distance Learning by Northern Virginia Community College. If you have any questions, please contact Ginger McDaniel at mcdanielg@brcc.edu
86115 CSC 221-E60N 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
2026-02-17 Virtual Distance Learning WW
3rd twelve-week online course offered by NOVA Online. NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. Starts February17.
This course is delivered through our Shared Services Distance Learning by Northern Virginia Community College. If you have any questions, please contact Ginger McDaniel at mcdanielg@brcc.edu
70512 CSC 221-V02 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
2026-01-20 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
61696 CSC 221-V01 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
2026-05-18 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
70440 CSC 221-01 3
 M W   
11:00 a.m.-12:22 p.m.
2026-08-19 Main Campus P
70441 CSC 221-H02 3
 M     
12:30 p.m.-1:52 p.m.
2026-08-19 Main Campus HY
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