United States History to 1877 - HIS 121 at Virginia Western Community College


         
 
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HIS 121 - United States History to 1877
Introduces the history of the United States from its origins to 1877. Includes the European exploration, development of the American colonies and their institutions, the Revolution, major political, social and economic developments, geographical expansion, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits

Schedule at Virginia Western Community College

Fall 2025 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
42769 HIS 121-13 3
 M W F 
11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
 2025-08-25 Main P
43022 HIS 121-16 3
  Tu Th  
9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
 2025-08-25 Main P
42147 HIS 121-17 3
  Tu Th  
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
 2025-08-25 Main P
77394 HIS 121-HY4 3
 M     
10:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m.
 2025-10-22 Main HY
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 is a hybrid class delivered partially in the classroom and partially on the web.
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 is a second seven-week class.
42051 HIS 121-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-08-25 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.
42050 HIS 121-V3 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-08-25 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.
54715 HIS 121-V4 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-08-25 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.
This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course.
This is a first seven-week class.
77397 HIS 121-V5 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-10-22 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.
This is a second seven-week class.

Spring 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
66704 HIS 121-14 3
 M W F 
10:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m.
 2026-01-20 Main P
67120 HIS 121-15 3
  Tu Th  
9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
 2026-01-20 Main P
67942 HIS 121-16 3
  Tu Th  
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
 2026-01-20 Main P
66617 HIS 121-HY1 3
 M     
11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
 2026-01-20 Main HY
This is a hybrid class delivered partially in the classroom and partially on the web.
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 course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course.
66669 HIS 121-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-20 Virtual Distance Learning WW
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/
67515 HIS 121-V4 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-20 Virtual Distance Learning WW
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 is a first seven week course.
67552 HIS 121-V5 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-03-23 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This is a second seven-week course.
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/

Summer 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
66080 HIS 121-HY1 3
 M W   
10:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
 2026-05-18 Main HY
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 is a hybrid class delivered partially in the classroom and partially on the web.
First five-week class. 5/19 to 6/26.
66251 HIS 121-HY2 3
 M     
6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
 2026-06-15 Main HY
This is a hybrid class delivered partially in the classroom and partially on the web.
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.
Seven-week course. Starts June 16.
66013 HIS 121-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-06-15 Virtual Distance Learning WW
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/
Seven-week course. Starts June 16.
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