Germanna Community College: Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming

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

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

CSC 221 Detailed Outline

Schedule at Germanna Community College

Fall 2024 ➜

Class #	Section	Credits	Day	Time	Start	Location	Mode
42925	CSC 221-F01	3	Tu Th	11:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m.	2024-09-12	Fredericksburg Area Campus	P
42923	CSC 221-F02	3	Tu Th	9:30 a.m.-10:50 a.m.	2024-09-12	Fredericksburg Area Campus	P
42922	CSC 221-W01	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2024-08-22	Virtual	ER
This section makes use of an ACCESS digital resource in place of a textbook at a reduced cost. A required course materials fee will be paid with tuition for this resource. Students must have access to Canvas and to the internet for successful completion. Please find additional information on the ACCESS program on the Germanna.edu website. This section is taught in Canvas and includes online assignments. There are no required face to face Zoom sessions or on-campus meetings.
76139	CSC 221-W02	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2024-09-12	Virtual	ER
This section makes use of an ACCESS digital resource in place of a textbook at a reduced cost. A required course materials fee will be paid with tuition for this resource. Students must have access to Canvas and to the internet for successful completion. Please find additional information on the ACCESS program on the Germanna.edu website. This section is taught in Canvas and includes online assignments. There are no required face to face Zoom sessions or on-campus meetings.

Spring 2025 ➜

Class #	Section	Credits	Day	Time	Start	Location	Mode
21183	CSC 221-B01	3	Tu Th	12:30 p.m.-1:50 p.m.	2025-01-21	Barbara J Fried Center Street	P
21182	CSC 221-W01	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-01-21	Virtual	ER
This section is taught in Canvas and includes online assignments. There are no required face to face Zoom sessions or on-campus meetings. This section makes use of an ACCESS digital resource in place of a textbook at a reduced cost. A required course materials fee will be paid with tuition for this resource. Students must have access to Canvas and to the internet for successful completion. Please find additional information on the ACCESS program on the Germanna.edu website.
21184	CSC 221-W04S	3	M W	11:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m.	2025-02-11	VIRTUAL-Real Time	ER
This section makes use of an ACCESS digital resource in place of a textbook at a reduced cost. A required course materials fee will be paid with tuition for this resource. Students must have access to Canvas and to the internet for successful completion. Please find additional information on the ACCESS program on the Germanna.edu website. This class will meet face to face in an online Zoom session with your instructor and classmates on the specific days and times listed in the class schedule.

Summer 2025 ➜

Class #	Section	Credits	Day	Time	Start	Location	Mode
30342	CSC 221-W01	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-05-27	Virtual	ER
This section makes use of an ACCESS digital resource in place of a textbook at a reduced cost. A required course materials fee will be paid with tuition for this resource. Students must have access to Canvas and to the internet for successful completion. Please find additional information on the ACCESS program on the Germanna.edu website. This section is taught in Canvas and includes online assignments. There are no required face to face Zoom sessions or on-campus meetings.

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