Northern Virginia Community College: Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming

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

Spring 2025 ➜

Class #	Section	Credits	Day	Time	Start	Location	Mode
25957	CSC 221-001L	3	Tu Th	9:35 a.m.-10:55 a.m.	2025-01-21	Loudoun	P
This class will be taught with Python. Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule. OER-no cost textbooks
26753	CSC 221-001N	3	Tu Th	8:00 a.m.-9:20 a.m.	2025-01-21	Annandale	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
28349	CSC 221-001W	3	Tu Th	2:20 p.m.-3:40 p.m.	2025-01-21	Woodbridge	P
This class will be taught with Python Fifteen Week Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
41249	CSC 221-002A	3	M W	10:00 a.m.-11:20 a.m.	2025-01-21	Alexandria	P
25958	CSC 221-002L	3	M W	12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.	2025-01-21	Loudoun	P
This class will be taught with Python. Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule. OER-no cost textbooks
26754	CSC 221-002N	3	Sa	8:00 a.m.-10:55 a.m.	2025-01-21	Annandale	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
28348	CSC 221-002W	3	M W	12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.	2025-01-21	Woodbridge	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule. This class will be taught using Python. Fifteen Week
41255	CSC 221-003A	3	Sa	9:30 a.m.-12:25 p.m.	2025-01-21	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
25959	CSC 221-003L	3	Sa	9:35 a.m.-12:30 p.m.	2025-01-21	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
This class will be taught with Python. Class meets in real-time via Zoom on the days and times listed on your class schedule. Your instructor will facilitate live online lectures and discussions. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required.
26755	CSC 221-003N	3	M W	9:35 a.m.-10:55 a.m.	2025-01-21	Annandale	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
25961	CSC 221-004L	3	M	6:30 p.m.-9:25 p.m.	2025-02-04	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
This class will be taught with Python. The midterm exam for this class will be given on the Loudoun campus (21200 Campus Drive, Sterling, VA). Campus attendance will be mandatory on Monday, March 24th.Other than the date of the midterm exam, class will meet in real-time via Zoom on the days and times listed on your class schedule. Your instructor will facilitate live online lectures and discussions. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required.
26756	CSC 221-004N	3	Tu Th	9:35 a.m.-10:55 a.m.	2025-01-21	Annandale	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
26758	CSC 221-006N	3	M W	12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.	2025-01-21	Annandale	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
26759	CSC 221-007N	3	M W	5:00 p.m.-6:20 p.m.	2025-01-21	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
Class meets in real-time via Zoom on the day(s) and time listed on the class schedule. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required.
26760	CSC 221-009N	3	Sa	12:00 p.m.-2:55 p.m.	2025-01-21	Annandale	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
25584	CSC 221-01YM	3	W	3:00 p.m.-4:20 p.m.	2025-01-21	Manassas	P
50% or more of the time you will meet your class in person on campus; you are expected to attend class in person on the days and times listed on your schedule. For the rest of the time, instruction is done online, independently, on your own time (following the course syllabus and due dates), via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required. Hybrid Course
25586	CSC 221-02YM	3	Tu	11:10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.	2025-01-21	Manassas	P
50% or more of the time you will meet your class in person on campus; you are expected to attend class in person on the days and times listed on your schedule. For the rest of the time, instruction is done online, independently, on your own time (following the course syllabus and due dates), via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required. Hybrid Course
53934	CSC 221-04XA	3	Tu Th	12:15 p.m.-1:35 p.m.	2025-01-21	Alexandria	P
HyFlex Course This is a Hyflex class. HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating remotely (via Zoom), or both. Students can change their mode of attendance weekly or by topic, according to need or preference.
53935	CSC 221-05XA	3	Tu Th	12:15 p.m.-1:35 p.m.	2025-01-21	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
HyFlex Course This is a Hyflex class. HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating remotely (via Zoom), or both. Students can change their mode of attendance weekly or by topic, according to need or preference.
25962	CSC 221-080L	3	Tu Th	6:30 p.m.-9:25 p.m.	2025-03-25	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
This class will be taught with Python. Class meets in real-time via Zoom on the day(s) and time listed on the class schedule. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required. 2nd 7 Week
25538	CSC 221-E05A	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-01-21	Virtual and NOL	WW
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 January 21.
43905	CSC 221-E40W	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-01-21	Virtual and NOL	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 21.
27525	CSC 221-E50N	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-02-04	Virtual and NOL	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 4.
56148	CSC 221-E60N	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-02-18	Virtual and NOL	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 February18.
25761	CSC 221-E80L	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-03-25	Virtual and NOL	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 4th 7-week course. Starts March 25.
25762	CSC 221-E81M	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-03-25	Virtual and NOL	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 4th 7-week course. Starts March 25.

Summer 2025 ➜

Class #	Section	Credits	Day	Time	Start	Location	Mode
36190	CSC 221-001N	3	M W	10:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.	2025-05-19	Annandale	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
32016	CSC 221-030L	3	M W	6:00 p.m.-8:05 p.m.	2025-06-03	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
This class will be taught with Python. Class meets in real-time via Zoom on the days and times listed on your class schedule. Your instructor will facilitate live online lectures and discussions. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required. OER-no cost textbooks Ten Week
38290	CSC 221-031L	3	Tu Th	9:00 a.m.-11:10 a.m.	2025-06-03	Loudoun	P
This class will be taught with Python. Class meets in on campus on the days, times, and location listed on your class schedule. Ten Week
32271	CSC 221-090L	3	Tu Th	6:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.	2025-07-01	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
This class will be taught with Python. Class meets in real-time via Zoom on the days and times listed on your class schedule. Your instructor will facilitate live online lectures and discussions. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required. Third Six Week
32451	CSC 221-090M	3	M W	6:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.	2025-07-01	Manassas	P
Classes meet on-campus, on the days, times, and location listed on the class schedule.
32203	CSC 221-50XA	3	M W	11:00 a.m.-1:05 p.m.	2025-05-19	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
HyFlex Course This is a Hyflex class. HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating remotely (via Zoom), or both. Students can change their mode of attendance weekly or by topic, according to need or preference. 1st 6 Week
32020	CSC 221-50YM	3	Tu Th	12:30 p.m.-2:25 p.m.	2025-05-19	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
50% of class time is live streamed via Zoom on the days and times listed on your class schedule. 50% of class work is completed online, independently, on your own time (following the course syllabus and due dates) via CANVAS. All students are expected to attend class virtually on the days and times listed on your schedule. Reliable internet access and a computer are required. Hybrid Course
32187	CSC 221-50YN	3	Tu	9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.	2025-05-19	Annandale	P
50% of class time meets in person, on campus; students are expected to attend class in person on the days and times listed on the schedule. 50% of class work is completed online, independently, via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required. 1st 6 Week Hybrid Course
32560	CSC 221-51XA	3	M W	11:00 a.m.-1:05 p.m.	2025-05-19	Alexandria	P
HyFlex Course This is a Hyflex class. HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating remotely (via Zoom), or both. Students can change their mode of attendance weekly or by topic, according to need or preference. 1st 6 Week
32188	CSC 221-51YN	3	Th	1:00 p.m.-5:05 p.m.	2025-05-19	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
50% of class time is live streamed via Zoom; students are expected to attend class via Zoom on the days and times listed on the schedule. 50% of class work is completed online, independently, via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required. 1st 6 Week Hybrid Course
32008	CSC 221-E40A	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-05-19	Virtual and NOL	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 8-week course. Starts May 19.
32009	CSC 221-E55A	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-06-16	Virtual and NOL	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 2nd 8-week course. Starts June 16.
32010	CSC 221-E85L	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-07-01	Virtual and NOL	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 2nd 6-week course.Starts July 1.

Fall 2025 ➜

Class #	Section	Credits	Day	Time	Start	Location	Mode
48019	CSC 221-001L	3	M W	9:35 a.m.-10:55 a.m.	2025-08-25	Loudoun	P
This class will be taught with Python. Classes meet on-campus, on the days, times, and location listed on the class schedule.
48161	CSC 221-001M	3	Sa	9:00 a.m.-11:55 a.m.	2025-08-25	Manassas	P
49763	CSC 221-001N	3	M W	8:00 a.m.-9:20 a.m.	2025-08-25	Annandale	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
48327	CSC 221-001W	3	Tu Th	2:20 p.m.-3:40 p.m.	2025-08-25	Woodbridge	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule. Fifteen Week
48020	CSC 221-002L	3	Tu Th	9:35 a.m.-10:55 a.m.	2025-08-25	Loudoun	P
This class will be taught with Python. Classes meet on-campus, on the days, times, and location listed on the class schedule. This course offers no-cost textbook materials: Electronic textbooks will be used and regular and reliable Internet is required. OER-no cost textbooks
49764	CSC 221-002N	3	Tu Th	8:00 a.m.-9:20 a.m.	2025-08-25	Annandale	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
48328	CSC 221-002W	3	M W	12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.	2025-08-25	Woodbridge	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule. Fifteen Week
48021	CSC 221-003L	3	Tu Th	12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.	2025-08-25	Loudoun	P
This class will be taught with Python. Classes meet on-campus, on the days, times, and location listed on the class schedule.
49765	CSC 221-003N	3	Sa	8:00 a.m.-10:55 a.m.	2025-08-25	Annandale	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
48022	CSC 221-004L	3	M W	2:20 p.m.-3:40 p.m.	2025-08-25	Loudoun	P
This class will be taught with Python. Classes meet on-campus, on the days, times, and location listed on the class schedule. This course offers no-cost textbook materials: Electronic textbooks will be used and regular and reliable Internet is required. OER-no cost textbooks
48023	CSC 221-005L	3	W	6:30 p.m.-9:25 p.m.	2025-08-25	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
This class will be taught with Python. Class meets in real-time via Zoom on the days and times listed on your class schedule. Your instructor will facilitate live online lectures and discussions. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required.
49767	CSC 221-005N	3	M W	11:10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.	2025-08-25	Annandale	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
48024	CSC 221-006L	3	Sa	9:35 a.m.-12:30 p.m.	2025-08-25	Loudoun	P
This class will be taught with Python. Classes meet on-campus, on the days, times, and location listed on the class schedule.
49768	CSC 221-006N	3	Sa	12:00 p.m.-2:55 p.m.	2025-08-25	Annandale	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
49769	CSC 221-007N	3	F	12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.	2025-08-25	Annandale	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
49770	CSC 221-008N	3	M W	12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.	2025-08-25	Annandale	P
65983	CSC 221-009N	3	Tu Th	12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.	2025-08-25	Annandale	P
49772	CSC 221-012N	3	M W	5:00 p.m.-6:20 p.m.	2025-08-25	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
48127	CSC 221-01XA	3	M W	10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.	2025-08-25	Alexandria	P
This is a Hyflex class. HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating remotely (via Zoom), or both. Students can change their mode of attendance weekly or by topic, according to need or preference. HyFlex Course
48896	CSC 221-02XA	3	M W	10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.	2025-08-25	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
This is a Hyflex class. HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating remotely (via Zoom), or both. Students can change their mode of attendance weekly or by topic, according to need or preference. HyFlex Course
48162	CSC 221-02YM	3	W	11:10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.	2025-08-25	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	HY
50% of class time is live streamed via Zoom; students are expected to attend class via Zoom on the days and times listed on the schedule. 50% of class work is completed online, independently, via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required. Hybrid Course
48129	CSC 221-03YA	3	Th	7:00 p.m.-8:20 p.m.	2025-08-25	Alexandria	HY
50% of class time meets in person, on campus; students are expected to attend class in person on the days and times listed on the schedule. 50% of class work is completed online, independently, via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required. Hybrid Course
65895	CSC 221-03YM	3	Th	12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.	2025-08-25	Manassas	HY
Hybrid Course 50% of class time meets in person, on campus; students are expected to attend class in person on the days and times listed on the schedule. 50% of class work is completed online, independently, via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required.
48455	CSC 221-040L	3	M W	6:30 p.m.-8:15 p.m.	2025-09-09	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
Thirteen Week This class will be taught with Python. This class is offered in a condensed 13-week session. Class meets in real-time via Zoom on the days and times listed on your class schedule. Your instructor will facilitate live online lectures and discussions. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required.
50183	CSC 221-040N	3	M W	9:35 a.m.-11:20 a.m.	2025-09-09	Annandale	P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule. Thirteen Week
48186	CSC 221-04XA	3	Tu Th	12:15 p.m.-1:35 p.m.	2025-09-09	Alexandria	P
HyFlex Course This is a Hyflex class. HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating remotely (via Zoom), or both. Students can change their mode of attendance weekly or by topic, according to need or preference. Thirteen Week
49426	CSC 221-05XA	3	Tu Th	12:15 p.m.-1:35 p.m.	2025-09-09	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
HyFlex Course Thirteen Week This is a Hyflex class. HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating remotely (via Zoom), or both. Students can change their mode of attendance weekly or by topic, according to need or preference.
49850	CSC 221-080L	3	M W	6:30 p.m.-9:10 p.m.	2025-10-22	Virtual and NOL - Real Time	CV
This class will be taught with Python. This class is offered in a condensed 7-week session. Class meets in real-time via Zoom on the days and times listed on your class schedule. Your instructor will facilitate live online lectures and discussions. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required. 2nd 7 Week
48163	CSC 221-40YM	3	Tu	12:45 p.m.-2:30 p.m.	2025-09-09	Manassas	HY
50% of class time meets in person, on campus; students are expected to attend class in person on the days and times listed on the schedule. 50% of class work is completed online, independently, via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required. Hybrid Course
48333	CSC 221-E05A	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-08-25	Virtual and NOL	WW
15-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 August 25.
64129	CSC 221-E06L	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-08-25	Virtual and NOL	WW
15-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 August 25.
49844	CSC 221-E08A	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-08-25	Virtual and NOL	WW
15-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 August 25.
48879	CSC 221-E40L	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-08-25	Virtual and NOL	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 August 25.
48880	CSC 221-E60M	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-09-22	Virtual and NOL	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 September 22.
49201	CSC 221-E61N	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-09-22	Virtual and NOL	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 September 22.
49234	CSC 221-E62N	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-09-22	Virtual and NOL	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 September 22.
49277	CSC 221-E81L	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-10-22	Virtual and NOL	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 4th 7-week course. Starts October 22.
64130	CSC 221-E83M	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2025-10-22	Virtual and NOL	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 fast-paced accelerated 4th 7-week course. Starts October 22.

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