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

Fall 2024 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
59424 CSC 221-01C 3
 M W   
5:35 p.m.-6:55 p.m.
 2024-08-26 MAIN P
Civic Engagement course (C). Civic Engagement courses equip students with critical thinking skills needed to be informed and effective participants in the civic life of the communities to which they belong. Starting fall 2020, students in all degree programs are required to take at least one Civic Engagement course to fulfill degree requirements and graduate.
59425 CSC 221-02C 3
  Tu Th  
9:35 a.m.-10:55 a.m.
 2024-08-26 MAIN P
Civic Engagement course (C). Civic Engagement courses equip students with critical thinking skills needed to be informed and effective participants in the civic life of the communities to which they belong. Starting fall 2020, students in all degree programs are required to take at least one Civic Engagement course to fulfill degree requirements and graduate.
59426 CSC 221-03C 3
  Tu Th  
12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.
 2024-08-26 MAIN P
Civic Engagement course (C). Civic Engagement courses equip students with critical thinking skills needed to be informed and effective participants in the civic life of the communities to which they belong. Starting fall 2020, students in all degree programs are required to take at least one Civic Engagement course to fulfill degree requirements and graduate.
59427 CSC 221-07C 3
 M W   
11:10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
 2024-08-26 MAIN P
Civic Engagement course (C). Civic Engagement courses equip students with critical thinking skills needed to be informed and effective participants in the civic life of the communities to which they belong. Starting fall 2020, students in all degree programs are required to take at least one Civic Engagement course to fulfill degree requirements and graduate.
59428 CSC 221-40C 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-08-26 VIRTUAL WW
Civic Engagement course (C). Civic Engagement courses equip students with critical thinking skills needed to be informed and effective participants in the civic life of the communities to which they belong. Starting fall 2020, students in all degree programs are required to take at least one Civic Engagement course to fulfill degree requirements and graduate.
59429 CSC 221-41C 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-09-09 VIRTUAL WW
Civic Engagement course (C). Civic Engagement courses equip students with critical thinking skills needed to be informed and effective participants in the civic life of the communities to which they belong. Starting fall 2020, students in all degree programs are required to take at least one Civic Engagement course to fulfill degree requirements and graduate.

Spring 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
42028 CSC 221-01C 3
 M W   
2:20 p.m.-3:40 p.m.
 2025-01-21 MAIN P
42029 CSC 221-02C 3
  Tu Th  
9:35 a.m.-10:55 a.m.
 2025-01-21 MAIN P
42030 CSC 221-03C 3
  Tu Th  
7:10 p.m.-8:10 p.m.
 2025-02-10 MAIN P
33430 CSC 221-40C 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-21 VIRTUAL WW
42031 CSC 221-41C 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-21 VIRTUAL WW
42032 CSC 221-42C 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-03-18 VIRTUAL P
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