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10 classes / 6 courses

AJS101: Introduction to Criminal Justice – 3 credits

An introduction to crime and society's responses to it. Examines the nature and causes of crime, the criminal law, constitutional safeguards, and the organization and operation of the criminal justice system including the police, courts, jails, prisons, probation and parole departments, and community corrections agencies. Covers the history of the criminal justice system, terminology and career opportunities. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Institutions in the Americas [IAM], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]

SUN# AJS1101
Class# Location Delivery Dates Days / Times Instructors Availability
15617
Paradise Valley
M 228 - Classroom
In Person
1/19 – 5/14
Spring 2027
Tue, Thu
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
  • B. Martinez
Open
25 of 32 seats available
  • Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
16697
Paradise Valley
M 228 - Classroom
In Person
1/16 – 5/14
Spring 2027
Sat
9:00 – 11:30 AM
  • R. Del Rio
Open
35 of 35 seats available
  • Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
    Reserved for students in Early College Programs. For more information please contact the Early College Coordinator Mary Beltran Ayala at mary.beltran.ayala@paradisevalley.edu
    Registration open to everyone.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
16055
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
1/19 – 3/12
Spring 2027
N/A
  • B. Martinez
Closed
No seats available
  • Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
    Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
    Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
16921
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
3/22 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • G. Townsend
Open
21 of 23 seats available
  • Costs include AJS Course Fee: $40.00
  • Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
    Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
    Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
  • Textbook info pending

GCU113: United States and Arizona Social Studies – 3 credits

Overview of government, history, and geography of the United States and Arizona. Includes the relationship of Arizona to the U.S. government as well as the influences and developments that have shaped U.S. and Arizona history. Also covers geographical systems, regions, and study techniques. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Historical Awareness [H], Institutions in the Americas [IAM], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days / Times Instructors Availability
30530
Paradise Valley
M 109 - Classroom
Hybrid In-Person
2/18 – 5/14
Spring 2027
Thu
1:00 – 3:00 PM
  • J. Douglass
Open
28 of 32 seats available
  • Hybrid Class meets in-person on campus at the designated location, days and times. Additional online work will be required. This type of class is designed for highly motivated, self disciplined, technology-literate students; requires reliable Web and e-mail address for communication and assignments outside of the classroom. Contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

HIS103: United States History to 1865 – 3 credits

The political, economic, and social development of the United States from the Pre-Columbian period through the end of the Civil War (1865). Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Institutions in the Americas [IAM], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]

SUN# HIS1131
Class# Location Delivery Dates Days / Times Instructors Availability
16693
Paradise Valley
M 101 - Classroom
In Person
1/20 – 5/14
Spring 2027
Mon, Wed
12:30 – 1:45 PM
  • A. Pfeiffer
Open
22 of 32 seats available

POS110: American National Government – 3 credits

Study of the historical backgrounds, governing principles, and institutions of the national government of the United States. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Institutions in the Americas [IAM], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]

SUN# POS1110
Class# Location Delivery Dates Days / Times Instructors Availability
15973
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
2/1 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • R. Hahn
Open
16 of 23 seats available
  • Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
    Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
31133
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
2/22 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • R. Hahn
Open
23 of 23 seats available
  • Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
    Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

POS113: United States and Arizona Social Studies – 3 credits

Overview of government, history, and geography of the United States and Arizona. Includes the relationship of Arizona to the U.S. government as well as the influences and developments that have shaped U.S. and Arizona history. Also covers geographical systems, regions, and study techniques. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Historical Awareness [H], Institutions in the Americas [IAM], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days / Times Instructors Availability
16695
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
2/16 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • N. Damask
Open
1 of 23 seats available
  • Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
    Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.

SOC241: Race and Ethnic Relations – 3 credits

Examines how the social construction of race shapes social interaction and social institutions. Explores the consequences of power, privilege and oppression among major ethnic and racial groups in the United States. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Institutions in the Americas [IAM], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]

SUN# SOC2215
Class# Location Delivery Dates Days / Times Instructors Availability
29243
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
2/16 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • A. Bernhart
Open
12 of 23 seats available
  • Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
    Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor