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

Spring 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
67211 CSC 221-11 3
  Tu Th  
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
 2026-01-20 Main P
67210 CSC 221-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-20 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
This section is only for students enrolled in:
67212 CSC 221-V2 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-20 Virtual Distance Learning WW
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
This section is only for students enrolled in:
67378 CSC 221-V3 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-20 Virtual Distance Learning WW
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
This section is only for students enrolled in AS Science

Summer 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
66156 CSC 221-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-05-18 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
66231 CSC 221-V2 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-05-18 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).

Fall 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
77345 CSC 221-11 3
 M W   
12:00 p.m.-1:15 p.m.
 2026-08-24 Main P
77100 CSC 221-12 3
  Tu Th  
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
 2026-08-24 Main P
77909 CSC 221-13 3
  Tu Th  
12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m.
 2026-08-24 Main P
77101 CSC 221-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-08-24 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
This section is for Virginia Western students in the AS Computer Science program
77103 CSC 221-V3 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-08-24 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This section is for Virginia Western students in the AAS Information Systems Technology program only.
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
77295 CSC 221-V4 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-08-24 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
This section is for Virginia Western students in the AS Science program only.
77463 CSC 221-V5 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-08-24 Virtual Distance Learning WW
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This section is for Virginia Western students in the AAS Information Systems Technology program only.
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