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

Spring 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
62045 CSC 221-30W 3
     F 
9:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
 2026-01-12 Williamsburg Campus P
62042 CSC 221-61H 3
 M W   
8:00 a.m.-9:15 a.m.
 2026-01-12 Hampton Campus P
62046 CSC 221-62H 3
 M W   
9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
 2026-01-12 Hampton Campus P
62552 CSC 221-63H 3
 M W   
5:30 p.m.-6:45 p.m.
 2026-01-12 Hampton Campus P
62044 CSC 221-D61 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-12 Virtual Location WW
This is a ***HY-FLEX*** class that allows students the flexibility to decide, from one class meeting to the next, whether they want to attend in-person, synchronously online (live-streaming), or asynchronously online (watching recorded lectures at a time that is convenient for them). Students are encouraged to register for their preferred course delivery mode (in-person, synchronous, or asynchronous), but can move freely between these modalities *without* having to swap their enrollment into a different class section. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
This is an ***Asynchronous*** online section. 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. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
62048 CSC 221-D62 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-12 Virtual Location WW
This is an ***Asynchronous*** online section. 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. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
This is a ***HY-FLEX*** class that allows students the flexibility to decide, from one class meeting to the next, whether they want to attend in-person, synchronously online (live-streaming), or asynchronously online (watching recorded lectures at a time that is convenient for them). Students are encouraged to register for their preferred course delivery mode (in-person, synchronous, or asynchronous), but can move freely between these modalities *without* having to swap their enrollment into a different class section. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
62554 CSC 221-D63 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-12 Virtual Location WW
74962 CSC 221-DJ01 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-02-10 Virtual Location WW
62043 CSC 221-DR61 3
 M W   
8:00 a.m.-9:15 a.m.
 2026-01-12 Virtual-Real Time WW
This is a ***HY-FLEX*** class that allows students the flexibility to decide, from one class meeting to the next, whether they want to attend in-person, synchronously online (live-streaming), or asynchronously online (watching recorded lectures at a time that is convenient for them). Students are encouraged to register for their preferred course delivery mode (in-person, synchronous, or asynchronous), but can move freely between these modalities *without* having to swap their enrollment into a different class section. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
This is an ***Asynchronous*** online section. 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. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
62047 CSC 221-DR62 3
 M W   
9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
 2026-01-12 Virtual-Real Time HY
This is a ***HY-FLEX*** class that allows students the flexibility to decide, from one class meeting to the next, whether they want to attend in-person, synchronously online (live-streaming), or asynchronously online (watching recorded lectures at a time that is convenient for them). Students are encouraged to register for their preferred course delivery mode (in-person, synchronous, or asynchronous), but can move freely between these modalities *without* having to swap their enrollment into a different class section. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
This is a ***SYNCHRONOUS*** online section. Attendance at live online class meetings is required on the days and times listed in the course information. These meetings will be held via Zoom or other application designated by the instructor. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
62553 CSC 221-DR63 3
 M W   
5:30 p.m.-6:45 p.m.
 2026-01-12 Virtual-Real Time WW

Summer 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Not scheduled

Fall 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
71037 CSC 221-30W 3
     F 
9:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
 2026-08-19 Williamsburg Campus P
71031 CSC 221-61H 3
 M W   
8:00 a.m.-9:15 a.m.
 2026-08-19 Hampton Campus P
71034 CSC 221-62H 3
 M W   
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
 2026-08-19 Hampton Campus P
71038 CSC 221-63H 3
 M W   
5:30 p.m.-6:45 p.m.
 2026-08-19 Hampton Campus P
This is a ***HY-FLEX*** class that allows students the flexibility to decide, from one class meeting to the next, whether they want to attend in-person, synchronously online (live-streaming), or asynchronously online (watching recorded lectures at a time that is convenient for them). Students are encouraged to register for their preferred course delivery mode (in-person, synchronous, or asynchronous), but can move freely between these modalities *without* having to swap their enrollment into a different class section. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
71512 CSC 221-D01 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-09-16 Virtual Location WW
71033 CSC 221-D61 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-08-19 Virtual Location WW
This is an ***Asynchronous*** online section. 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. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
This is a ***HY-FLEX*** class that allows students the flexibility to decide, from one class meeting to the next, whether they want to attend in-person, synchronously online (live-streaming), or asynchronously online (watching recorded lectures at a time that is convenient for them). Students are encouraged to register for their preferred course delivery mode (in-person, synchronous, or asynchronous), but can move freely between these modalities *without* having to swap their enrollment into a different class section. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
71036 CSC 221-D62 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-08-19 Virtual Location WW
This is a ***HY-FLEX*** class that allows students the flexibility to decide, from one class meeting to the next, whether they want to attend in-person, synchronously online (live-streaming), or asynchronously online (watching recorded lectures at a time that is convenient for them). Students are encouraged to register for their preferred course delivery mode (in-person, synchronous, or asynchronous), but can move freely between these modalities *without* having to swap their enrollment into a different class section. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
71040 CSC 221-D63 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-08-19 Virtual Location WW
This is a ***HY-FLEX*** class that allows students the flexibility to decide, from one class meeting to the next, whether they want to attend in-person, synchronously online (live-streaming), or asynchronously online (watching recorded lectures at a time that is convenient for them). Students are encouraged to register for their preferred course delivery mode (in-person, synchronous, or asynchronous), but can move freely between these modalities *without* having to swap their enrollment into a different class section. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
This is an ***Asynchronous*** online section. 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. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
71032 CSC 221-DR61 3
 M W   
8:00 a.m.-9:15 a.m.
 2026-08-19 Virtual-Real Time WW
71035 CSC 221-DR62 3
 M W   
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
 2026-08-19 Virtual-Real Time WW
71039 CSC 221-DR63 3
 M W   
5:30 p.m.-6:45 p.m.
 2026-08-19 Virtual-Real Time WW
This is a ***SYNCHRONOUS*** online section. Attendance at live online class meetings is required on the days and times listed in the course information. These meetings will be held via Zoom or other application designated by the instructor. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
This is a ***HY-FLEX*** class that allows students the flexibility to decide, from one class meeting to the next, whether they want to attend in-person, synchronously online (live-streaming), or asynchronously online (watching recorded lectures at a time that is convenient for them). Students are encouraged to register for their preferred course delivery mode (in-person, synchronous, or asynchronous), but can move freely between these modalities *without* having to swap their enrollment into a different class section. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students.
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