Introduction to Sociology - SOC 200 at Germanna Community College


         
 
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SOC 200 - Introduction to Sociology
Introduces the fundamental concepts and principles of sociology with attention to sociological theory, research methods, and the impact of social inequality. Examines a variety of topics such as culture, race, social class, gender, major social institutions and their role in contemporary society, and the processes of social change. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits

Schedule at Germanna Community College

Fall 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
72685 SOC 200-F01 3
 M W   
2:00 p.m.-3:20 p.m.
 2026-08-24 Fredericksburg Area Campus P
72686 SOC 200-F02 3
  Tu Th  
11:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
 2026-08-24 Fredericksburg Area Campus P
72687 SOC 200-FH01 3
   W   
11:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
 2026-08-24 Fredericksburg Area Campus HY
SOC 200 FH01 is a special hybrid class that combines in-person on campus meetings with online classwork in Canvas.
No textbook purchase by student. All materials supplied using Open Educational Resources (OER). Students must have access to Canvas and the internet for this section.
72688 SOC 200-FH02 3
    Th  
9:30 a.m.-10:50 a.m.
 2026-08-24 Fredericksburg Area Campus HY
SOC 200 FH02 is a special hybrid class that combines in-person on campus meetings with online classwork in Canvas.
No textbook purchase by student. All materials supplied using Open Educational Resources (OER). Students must have access to Canvas and the internet for this section.
72690 SOC 200-W01 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-09-14 Virtual ER
No textbook purchase by student. All materials supplied using Open Educational Resources (OER). Students must have access to Canvas and the internet for this section.
This section is taught in Canvas and includes online assignments. There are no required face to face Zoom sessions or on-campus meetings.
72689 SOC 200-W02 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-08-24 Virtual ER
This section is taught in Canvas and includes online assignments. There are no required face to face Zoom sessions or on-campus meetings.
No textbook purchase by student. All materials supplied using Open Educational Resources (OER). Students must have access to Canvas and the internet for this section.
72691 SOC 200-W03 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-10-20 Virtual ER
No textbook purchase by student. All materials supplied using Open Educational Resources (OER). Students must have access to Canvas and the internet for this section.
This section is taught in Canvas and includes online assignments. There are no required face to face Zoom sessions or on-campus meetings.
72682 SOC 200-W54A 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-11-16 Virtual ER
No textbook purchase by student. All materials supplied using Open Educational Resources (OER). Students must have access to Canvas and the internet for this section.
Note: This class is part of an Accelerated Degree Program and is taught in an asynchronous format. Although this course can be used to fulfill requirements in other programs, the specific course assignments were developed for the Accelerated Degree Programs. This class will be conducted in a rigorous format.

Spring 2027 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
21240 SOC 200-F01 3
 M W   
2:00 p.m.-3:20 p.m.
 2027-01-19 Fredericksburg Area Campus P
21241 SOC 200-F02 3
  Tu Th  
11:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
 2027-01-19 Fredericksburg Area Campus P
23889 SOC 200-FH01 3
 M     
12:30 p.m.-1:50 p.m.
 2027-01-19 Fredericksburg Area Campus HY
This Class is a special hybrid class that combines in-person on campus meetings with online classwork in Canvas.
21250 SOC 200-W01 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2027-02-09 Virtual ER
This section is taught in Canvas and includes online assignments. There are no required face to face Zoom sessions or on-campus meetings.
No textbook purchase by student. All materials supplied using Open Educational Resources (OER). Students must have access to Canvas and the internet for this section.
21242 SOC 200-W02 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2027-01-19 Virtual ER
This section is taught in Canvas and includes online assignments. There are no required face to face Zoom sessions or on-campus meetings.
No textbook purchase by student. All materials supplied using Open Educational Resources (OER). Students must have access to Canvas and the internet for this section.
21251 SOC 200-W03 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2027-03-23 Virtual ER
NOTE: This is a Shared Distance Learning Course with Northern Virginia Community College. Your instructor and academic dates are affiliated with NVCC, however you register and pay for the course through Germanna. For more information email the SDL Liaison, Debra Haines, dhaines@germanna.edu .
No textbook purchase by student. All materials supplied using Open Educational Resources (OER). Students must have access to Canvas and the internet for this section.
21244 SOC 200-W54A 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2027-04-12 Virtual ER
Note: This class is part of an Accelerated Degree Program and is taught in an asynchronous format. Although this course can be used to fulfill requirements in other programs, the specific course assignments were developed for the Accelerated Degree Programs. This class will be conducted in a rigorous format.
No textbook purchase by student. All materials supplied using Open Educational Resources (OER). Students must have access to Canvas and the internet for this section.

Summer 2027 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
30606 SOC 200-FH01 3
   W   
2:00 p.m.-3:55 p.m.
 2027-05-24 Fredericksburg Area Campus HY
SOC 200 FH01 is a special hybrid class that combines in-person on campus meetings with online classwork in Canvas.
30603 SOC 200-W01 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2027-05-24 Virtual ER
This section is taught in Canvas and includes online assignments. There are no required face to face Zoom sessions or on-campus meetings.
This section makes use of an ACCESS digital resource in place of a textbook at a reduced cost. A required course materials fee will be paid with tuition for this resource. Students must have access to Canvas and to the internet for successful completion. Please find additional information on the ACCESS program on the Germanna.edu website.
30604 SOC 200-W01S 3
 M     
11:00 a.m.-12:55 p.m.
 2027-05-24 VIRTUAL-Real Time ER
This section makes use of an ACCESS digital resource in place of a textbook at a reduced cost. A required course materials fee will be paid with tuition for this resource. Students must have access to Canvas and to the internet for successful completion. Please find additional information on the ACCESS program on the Germanna.edu website.
This section is taught in Canvas and includes online assignments. There are no required face to face Zoom sessions or on-campus meetings.
30605 SOC 200-W02 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2027-06-15 Virtual ER
30607 SOC 200-W52A 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2027-07-06 Virtual ER
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