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7 classes / 4 courses

SOC101: Introduction to Sociology – 3 credits

The systematic study of social behavior and human groups, particularly the influence of culture, socialization, social structure, stratification, social institutions, differentiation by region, race, ethnicity, sex/gender, age, class, and socio/cultural change upon people's attitudes and behaviors. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days / Times Instructors Availability
19259
Estrella Mountain
Ocotillo LearnStudio 109
In Person
1/20 – 5/14
Spring 2027
Mon, Wed
10:00 – 11:15 AM
  • J. Hecht
Open
25 of 32 seats available
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
19266
Estrella Mountain
Ocotillo LearnStudio 109
In Person
1/20 – 5/14
Spring 2027
Mon, Wed
1:00 – 2:15 PM
  • J. Hecht
Open
29 of 32 seats available
  • Honors Only Cohort is comprised only of students in the Honors program.
    Permission of Department Required
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
19226
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
1/19 – 3/12
Spring 2027
N/A
  • J. Hecht
Open
8 of 32 seats available
  • Flex Start Class
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
19227
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
1/19 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • Staff
Open
22 of 32 seats available
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

SOC130: Human Sexuality – 3 credits

Sociological study of human sexuality. Course examines the social forces that shape a culture's sexual practices, attitudes, and inequalities. Topics include the social construction of sexuality, social change, sexual identities, sexual inequalities, institutional influence and regulation of sexuality, as well as current trends and issues surrounding human sexuality.
Prerequisites: None. Note: SOC130 contains mature adult content and some of the topics discussed may be considered "controversial" or "taboo" in some societies and cultures. Students are expected to be able to engage with the content in a respectful and open-minded way.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days / Times Instructors Availability
19241
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
1/19 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • C. Sieger
Open
29 of 32 seats available

SOC212: Gender and Society – 3 credits

A sociological exploration of the way culture shapes and defines gender in contemporary U.S. society. Major emphasis on gender roles, gender stereotypes, power and the relationship between gender and other intersecting social identities such as race, ethnicity, class, and sexual identity. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days / Times Instructors Availability
19250
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
1/19 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • J. Hecht
Open
26 of 32 seats available
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

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]

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days / Times Instructors Availability
19278
Estrella Mountain
Ocotillo LearnStudio 109
In Person
1/20 – 5/14
Spring 2027
Mon, Wed
11:30 AM – 12:45 PM
  • J. Hecht
Open
27 of 32 seats available