CS161A Programming I
Introduces computer programming through development of programs using a high-level programming language. Explores foundational programming styles, techniques, syntax, and tools in order to develop, write, run, and debug simple computer programs with an emphasis on problem solving. Surveys current social and ethical aspects of computer science. Recommended: MTH 65 or CS 160. Prerequisite: (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. (See course content and outcomes.)
Credits: 4
| CRN | Class type | Location | Days & time | Dates | Seats available | Faculty | More info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22446 | In-person | Rock Creek BLDG7 227 | Tuesday and Thursday from 10am to 12:50pm | From March 31 through June 11, 2026 | Shawli Sengupta | Books for CRN 22446
Class details for CRN 22446 Fees: $12 | |
| 21831 | In-person | Southeast TABOR 112 | Monday and Wednesday from 2 to 4:50pm | From March 30 through June 10, 2026 | Mandy Mock | Books for CRN 21831
Class details for CRN 21831 Fees: $12 | |
| 22931 | Online (scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Tuesday and Thursday from 6 to 8:50pm | From March 31 through June 11, 2026 | Glen E Sasek | Books for CRN 22931
Class details for CRN 22931 Fees: $12 | |
| 22432 | Online (no scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From March 30 through June 13, 2026 | Clarissa C Littler | Books for CRN 22432
Class details for CRN 22432 Fees: $12 | |
| 21832 | Online (no scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From March 30 through June 13, 2026 | Robert J Martin | Books for CRN 21832
Class details for CRN 21832 Fees: $12 | |
| 21833 | Online (no scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From March 30 through June 13, 2026 | Manjula Bhatia | Books for CRN 21833
Class details for CRN 21833 Fees: $12 |
Class schedule definitions
- Cost:
- cost is based on the number of credits – see tuition and fees
- Books:
- $0 or <$40 means low cost books (doesn't include other supplies like calculators)
- Register:
- use the CRN to register in MyPCC – see how to register
- Class types:
- see more about class types
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- In-Person: Instructional time will happen in-person. Class meetings take place at specific times and locations.
- Online (no scheduled meetings): Instruction will take place through regular online activities and assignments with scheduled due dates. Classes do not have meeting times.
- Online (scheduled meetings): Instructional time will happen online. Class meetings will take place at scheduled days/times online.
- In-person & Online (scheduled meetings): Class meetings take place at a specific time & day, with some meetings in-person and some online, usually in Zoom.
- In-person & Online (no scheduled meetings): Class meetings are in-person and have additional online activities.
- Online (scheduled meetings) & Online (no scheduled meetings): classes meet remotely with additional online activities required.