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BIO100: Biology Concepts
– 4 credits
This course will introduce students to the basic principles and concepts of biology, from the smallest molecules to the largest ecosystems. Students will learn about the methods of scientific inquiry that biologists use to study life. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: SQ
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
23735
South Mountain
SC 129
In Person
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
8:00AM – 9:15AM
- K. Roland
Open
3 of 24 seats available
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Notes
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 23735 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 23736 held Mon/Wed from 9:20AM to 10:35AM at SC129, Lab fees $25 (K. Roland)
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Book Information
11648
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 105
In Person
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
8:30AM – 9:45AM
- J. Miller
Closed
No seats available
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Costs include BIO Course Fee: $20.00
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Notes
Class may require Field Trips that will be completed during the scheduled class meeting times.
Class 11648 costs include BIO Course Fee: $20
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11648 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11649 held Mon/Wed from 10:00AM to 11:15AM at MON 105 (J. Miller) (CLOSED/FULL)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
26121
Mesa: Dobson Campus
LS 202 Lab Room
In Person
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
9:00AM – 10:15AM
- A. Baldwin
Open
11 of 24 seats available
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Costs include BIO Course Fee: $20.00
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Notes
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Class 26121 costs include BIO Course Fee: $20
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 26121 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 26122 held Mon from 10:30AM to 1:20PM at LS 202 (A. Baldwin)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11882
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Saguaro Hall Rm 104
Hybrid In-Person
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
11:30AM – 12:45PM
- S. Arun
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $40.00
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Notes
Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
In this course, in-class meeting times are used for active learning, such as discussions, and similar activities, such as labs. Other activities, such as self-directed lectures and independent labs may be assigned at home.
Class 11882 costs include BIO Course Fee: $40
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11882 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11883 held from (TBA) to (TBA) at CGC ONLINE (S. Arun) (CLOSED/FULL)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11546
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 105
In Person
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
12:00PM – 1:15PM
- J. Miller
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $20.00
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Notes
Class may require Field Trips that will be completed during the scheduled class meeting times.
Class 11546 costs include BIO Course Fee: $20
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11546 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11547 held Mon/Wed from 1:30PM to 2:45PM at MON 105 (J. Miller) (CLOSED/FULL)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
16388
Paradise Valley
Life Science Bldg 203 - lec
In Person
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
12:30PM – 1:45PM
- J. Corbet
Open
4 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $40.00
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Notes
Class 16388 costs include BIO Course Fee: $40
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 16388 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 16389 held Mon from 2:00PM to 4:30PM at LIFESC 106 (J. Corbet)
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Book Information
11830
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Saguaro Hall Rm 104
In Person
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
1:00PM – 2:15PM
- S. Arun
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $40.00
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Notes
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Class 11830 costs include BIO Course Fee: $40
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11830 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11831 held Mon/Wed from 2:30PM to 3:45PM at SAG104 (S. Arun) (CLOSED/FULL)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
30773
South Mountain
SC 129
In Person
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
2:00PM – 3:15PM
- S. Daniels
Open
5 of 24 seats available
-
Notes
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 30773 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 30774 held Mon/Wed from 3:20PM to 4:35PM at SC129 (S. Daniels)
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Book Information
11606
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 105
In Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
8:30AM – 9:45AM
- W. Chang
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $20.00
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Notes
Class may require Field Trips that will be completed during the scheduled class meeting times.
Class 11606 costs include BIO Course Fee: $20
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11606 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11607 held Tue/Thu from 10:00AM to 11:15AM at MON 105 (W. Chang) (CLOSED/FULL)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
22614
Scottsdale
Science Lecture Bldg, SL 110
Hybrid In-Person
2/3 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
9:00AM – 10:15AM
- N. MacKay
Open
3 of 20 seats available
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Costs include BIO Course Fee: $12.00
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Notes
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
This course requires the use of a computer or mobile device with internet access and speakers.
Class 22614 costs include BIO Course Fee: $12
Free Tutoring is available for this course. Learn more about tutoring services offered at the Natural Sciences Tutoring Center at https://www.scottsdalecc.edu/students/tutoring/natural-sciences-tutoring-center
Tutoring information: (480) 425-6726 or NSTutoringCenter@scottsdalecc.edu
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 22614 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 22947 held Thu from 10:30AM to 12:20PM at NS 307 (N. MacKay)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11844
Chandler-Gilbert: Williams Campus
Williams Thomas Hall Rm 100
Hybrid In-Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
9:00AM – 10:15AM
- J. Cala
Open
4 of 24 seats available
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Costs include BIO Course Fee: $40.00
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Notes
Meets at the Williams Campus
Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
In this course, in-class meeting times are used for active learning, such as discussions, and similar activities, such as labs. Other activities, such as self-directed lectures and independent labs may be assigned at home.
Class 11844 costs include BIO Course Fee: $40
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11844 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11845 held from (TBA) to (TBA) at CGC ONLINE (J. Cala)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
25534
Mesa: Dobson Campus
LS 202 Lab Room
In Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
10:30AM – 11:45AM
- G. Hocutt
Open
1 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $20.00
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Notes
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Class 25534 costs include BIO Course Fee: $20
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 25534 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 25535 held Tue from 12:00PM to 2:50PM at LS 202 (G. Hocutt)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11554
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 105
In Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
12:00PM – 1:15PM
- W. Chang
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $20.00
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Notes
Class may require Field Trips that will be completed during the scheduled class meeting times.
Class 11554 costs include BIO Course Fee: $20
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11554 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11555 held Tue/Thu from 1:30PM to 2:45PM at MON 105 (W. Chang)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
23863
South Mountain
SC 129
In Person
2/3 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
2:00PM – 3:25PM
- G. Barika
Open
13 of 24 seats available
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Notes
Class Meets for Fourteen (14) Weeks
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 23863 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 23864 held Tue/Thu from 3:30PM to 4:55PM at SC129, Lab fees $25 (G. Barika)
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Book Information
23696
South Mountain
SC 129
In Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
5:00PM – 6:15PM
- S. Daniels
Open
3 of 24 seats available
-
Notes
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 23696 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 23697 held Tue/Thu from 6:20PM to 7:35PM at SC129, Lab fees $25 (S. Daniels)
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Book Information
11842
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Saguaro Hall Rm 104
Hybrid In-Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
5:30PM – 6:45PM
- C. Abney
Open
13 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $40.00
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Notes
Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
In this course, in-class meeting times are used for active learning, such as discussions, and similar activities, such as labs. Other activities, such as self-directed lectures and independent labs may be assigned at home.
Class 11842 costs include BIO Course Fee: $40
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11842 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11843 held from (TBA) to (TBA) at CGC ONLINE (C. Abney)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11836
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Cala
Open
1 of 28 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $40.00
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Notes
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Class 11836 costs include BIO Course Fee: $40
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11836 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11837 held Online (J. Cala) (CLOSED/FULL)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11840
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- T. Blondis
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $40.00
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Notes
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Class 11840 costs include BIO Course Fee: $40
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11840 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11841 held Online (T. Blondis) (CLOSED/FULL)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11894
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- C. Abney
Open
1 of 28 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $40.00
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Notes
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Class 11894 costs include BIO Course Fee: $40
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11894 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11895 held Online (C. Abney) (CLOSED/FULL)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
32411
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- A. Alcala
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $40.00
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Notes
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Class 32411 costs include BIO Course Fee: $40
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 32411 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 32412 held Online (A. Alcala) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
Textbook info pending
11504
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
1/20 – 3/13
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- M. Clark
Closed
No seats available
-
Notes
Labs will be completed at home and some lab activities may require low cost (<$20) supplies available from a grocery store, craft store or online retailer.
Flex Start Class
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11504 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11505 held Online (M. Clark) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11510
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Miller
Closed
No seats available
-
Notes
Labs will be completed at home and some lab activities may require low cost (<$20) supplies available from a grocery store, craft store or online retailer.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11510 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11511 held Online (J. Miller) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11512
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
3/23 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- W. Chang
Closed
No seats available
-
Notes
Labs will be completed at home and some lab activities may require low cost (<$20) supplies available from a grocery store, craft store or online retailer.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11512 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11513 held Online (W. Chang) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11536
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
3/23 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- W. Chang
Closed
No seats available
-
Notes
Labs will be completed at home and some lab activities may require low cost (<$20) supplies available from a grocery store, craft store or online retailer.
Flex Start Class
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11536 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11537 held Online (W. Chang) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11560
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Miller
Closed
No seats available
-
Notes
Labs will be completed at home and some lab activities may require low cost (<$20) supplies available from a grocery store, craft store or online retailer.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11560 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11561 held Online (J. Miller) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11582
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- M. Farabee
Closed
No seats available
-
Notes
Labs will be completed at home and some lab activities may require low cost (<$20) supplies available from a grocery store, craft store or online retailer.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11582 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11583 held Online (M. Farabee) (CLOSED/FULL)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11588
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- S. Skolnik
Closed
No seats available
-
Notes
Labs will be completed at home and some lab activities may require low cost (<$20) supplies available from a grocery store, craft store or online retailer.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 11588 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11589 held Online (S. Skolnik) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
25537
Mesa
Online Course
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- K. Hansen
Closed
No seats available
-
Notes
Student attendance and participation will be tracked through weekly assignment completion
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 25537 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 25957 held Online (K. Hansen) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
10543
GateWay
Online
Online
1/20 – 5/14
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Klann
Closed
No seats available
-
Notes
Online classes do not meet at specific scheduled times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access. CANVAS is used as the learning management system. You are required to log into CANVAS on the first day of class.
This course requires one in-person proctored test during finals week as listed in the syllabus.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 10543 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 10544 held Online (J. Klann) (CLOSED/FULL)
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Book Information
25531
Mesa
Online Course
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- G. Hocutt
Closed
No seats available
-
Notes
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Student attendance and participation will be tracked through weekly assignment completion
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 25531 must also enroll in one of the following labs:
Class 25532 held Online (G. Hocutt) (CLOSED/FULL)
Class 25533 held Online (G. Hocutt) (CLOSED/FULL)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
23695
South Mountain
ONLINE
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- M. Spencer
Closed
No seats available
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Notes
This class is offered Online. Click the link to view a video on how the class will be
held: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VE29UfWcGsQ What is an Online Class?
Students are required to download and use Respondus LockDown Browser + Monitor which requires a webcam and microphone. Chromebooks do not support this software.
BioBeyond: $40 registration fee required
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 23695 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 23694 held Online (M. Spencer) (CLOSED/FULL)
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Book Information
13758
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
2/17 – 4/17
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Douglas
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $35.00
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Notes
Flex Start Class
Class Meets for Eight (8) Weeks
For text, visit: https://openstax.org/details/concepts-biology
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Class 13758 costs include BIO Course Fee: $35
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 13758 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 13759 held Online (J. Douglas) (CLOSED/FULL)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
14331
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
1/17 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- M. Gallucci
Closed
No seats available
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Notes
For text, visit: https://openstax.org/details/concepts-biology
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 14331 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 14332 held Online (M. Gallucci) (CLOSED/FULL)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
17234
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Corbet
Closed
No seats available
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Notes
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.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 17234 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 17235 held Online (J. Corbet) (CLOSED/FULL)
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Book Information
18682
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
1/12 – 3/2
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- P. Kolb
Closed
No seats available
-
Notes
Eight (8) Week Class
Software Required
This textbook is available for free online at https://openstax.org/details/books/concepts-biology. This is an open educational resource, which means students do not need to pay for the textbook. It can be accessed online, downloaded for offline access for no cost, or a print copy can be ordered for a low cost.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENROLL IN CLASSES ANY LATER THAN 5 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE DESIRED START DATE.
Microsoft Word and Adobe Reader are required for this course. If you need to purchase or update the software, please refer to your MySite page and select the Help tab for the Technology Helpdesk. Then, select the Software Downloads link to access the Software Purchase Program link for information on purchasing Microsoft Word. Please be sure to have these prior to starting your course.
A camera or phone is required to upload photos.
Field trips may be required at student's expense.
This course may require one or more in-person proctored test(s) on date(s) listed in the syllabus. There may be an additional cost associated with taking the exam in-person off the campus where the class is offered.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 18682 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 18683 held Online (P. Kolb) (CLOSED/FULL)
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Book Information
18684
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
1/12 – 3/2
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- L. Schramm
Open
8 of 25 seats available
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Notes
Sixteen (16) Week Class
Software Required
This textbook is available for free online at https://openstax.org/details/books/concepts-biology. This is an open educational resource, which means students do not need to pay for the textbook. It can be accessed online, downloaded for offline access for no cost, or a print copy can be ordered for a low cost.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENROLL IN CLASSES ANY LATER THAN 5 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE DESIRED START DATE.
Microsoft Word and Adobe Reader are required for this course. If you need to purchase or update the software, please refer to your MySite page and select the Help tab for the Technology Helpdesk. Then, select the Software Downloads link to access the Software Purchase Program link for information on purchasing Microsoft Word. Please be sure to have these prior to starting your course.
A camera or phone is required to upload photos.
Field trips may be required at student's expense.
This course may require one or more in-person proctored test(s) on date(s) listed in the syllabus. There may be an additional cost associated with taking the exam in-person off the campus where the class is offered.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 18684 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 18685 held Online (L. Schramm)
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Book Information
18686
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
3/9 – 4/27
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- A. Bearden
Open
7 of 11 seats available
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Notes
Eight (8) Week Class
Software Required
This textbook is available for free online at https://openstax.org/details/books/concepts-biology. This is an open educational resource, which means students do not need to pay for the textbook. It can be accessed online, downloaded for offline access for no cost, or a print copy can be ordered for a low cost.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENROLL IN CLASSES ANY LATER THAN 5 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE DESIRED START DATE.
Microsoft Word and Adobe Reader are required for this course. If you need to purchase or update the software, please refer to your MySite page and select the Help tab for the Technology Helpdesk. Then, select the Software Downloads link to access the Software Purchase Program link for information on purchasing Microsoft Word. Please be sure to have these prior to starting your course.
A camera or phone is required to upload photos.
Field trips may be required at student's expense.
This course may require one or more in-person proctored test(s) on date(s) listed in the syllabus. There may be an additional cost associated with taking the exam in-person off the campus where the class is offered.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 18686 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 18687 held Online (A. Bearden)
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Book Information
18688
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
3/9 – 4/27
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- P. Ide
Open
15 of 15 seats available
-
Notes
Sixteen (16) Week Class
Software Required
This textbook is available for free online at https://openstax.org/details/books/concepts-biology. This is an open educational resource, which means students do not need to pay for the textbook. It can be accessed online, downloaded for offline access for no cost, or a print copy can be ordered for a low cost.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENROLL IN CLASSES ANY LATER THAN 5 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE DESIRED START DATE.
Microsoft Word and Adobe Reader are required for this course. If you need to purchase or update the software, please refer to your MySite page and select the Help tab for the Technology Helpdesk. Then, select the Software Downloads link to access the Software Purchase Program link for information on purchasing Microsoft Word. Please be sure to have these prior to starting your course.
A camera or phone is required to upload photos.
Field trips may be required at student's expense.
This course may require one or more in-person proctored test(s) on date(s) listed in the syllabus. There may be an additional cost associated with taking the exam in-person off the campus where the class is offered.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 18688 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 18689 held Online (P. Ide)
-
Book Information
18690
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
1/12 – 3/2
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- A. Bearden
Open
12 of 15 seats available
-
Notes
Eight (8) Week Class
Software Required
This textbook is available for free online at https://openstax.org/details/books/concepts-biology. This is an open educational resource, which means students do not need to pay for the textbook. It can be accessed online, downloaded for offline access for no cost, or a print copy can be ordered for a low cost.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENROLL IN CLASSES ANY LATER THAN 5 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE DESIRED START DATE.
Microsoft Word and Adobe Reader are required for this course. If you need to purchase or update the software, please refer to your MySite page and select the Help tab for the Technology Helpdesk. Then, select the Software Downloads link to access the Software Purchase Program link for information on purchasing Microsoft Word. Please be sure to have these prior to starting your course.
A camera or phone is required to upload photos.
Field trips may be required at student's expense.
This course may require one or more in-person proctored test(s) on date(s) listed in the syllabus. There may be an additional cost associated with taking the exam in-person off the campus where the class is offered.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 18690 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 18691 held Online (A. Bearden)
-
Book Information
22612
Scottsdale
Online Course
Online
1/20 – 3/13
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- N. MacKay
Open
2 of 48 seats available
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This course may require in-person testing; see note
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Notes
This course may require one or more in-person proctored test(s) on date(s) listed in the syllabus. There may be an additional cost associated with taking the exam in-person off the campus where the class is offered.
This course requires the use of a computer or mobile device with internet access and speakers.
This class meets for an 8-week period during the full length semester. Students should expect an increased amount of work each week during the 8 weeks as compared to the same class offered in the full semester. Students are encouraged to work with an academic advisor to be sure their course load is balanced over the course of a given semester.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Free Tutoring is available for this course. Learn more about tutoring services offered at the Natural Sciences Tutoring Center at https://www.scottsdalecc.edu/students/tutoring/natural-sciences-tutoring-center
Tutoring information: (480) 425-6726 or NSTutoringCenter@scottsdalecc.edu
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 22612 must also enroll in one of the following labs:
Class 22613 held Online (N. MacKay) (CLOSED/FULL)
Class 23502 held Online (N. MacKay)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
BIO100: Biology Concepts – 4 credits
This course will introduce students to the basic principles and concepts of biology, from the smallest molecules to the largest ecosystems. Students will learn about the methods of scientific inquiry that biologists use to study life. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: SQ
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
23735
|
South Mountain
SC 129 |
In Person
|
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
M,W
|
8:00AM – 9:15AM
|
|
Open
3 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11648
|
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 105 |
In Person
|
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
M,W
|
8:30AM – 9:45AM
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
26121
|
Mesa: Dobson Campus
LS 202 Lab Room |
In Person
|
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
M,W
|
9:00AM – 10:15AM
|
|
Open
11 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11882
|
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Saguaro Hall Rm 104 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
M,W
|
11:30AM – 12:45PM
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11546
|
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 105 |
In Person
|
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
M,W
|
12:00PM – 1:15PM
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
16388
|
Paradise Valley
Life Science Bldg 203 - lec |
In Person
|
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
M,W
|
12:30PM – 1:45PM
|
|
Open
4 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11830
|
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Saguaro Hall Rm 104 |
In Person
|
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
M,W
|
1:00PM – 2:15PM
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
30773
|
South Mountain
SC 129 |
In Person
|
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
M,W
|
2:00PM – 3:15PM
|
|
Open
5 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11606
|
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 105 |
In Person
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
8:30AM – 9:45AM
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
22614
|
Scottsdale
Science Lecture Bldg, SL 110 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
2/3 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
9:00AM – 10:15AM
|
|
Open
3 of 20 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11844
|
Chandler-Gilbert: Williams Campus
Williams Thomas Hall Rm 100 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
9:00AM – 10:15AM
|
|
Open
4 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
25534
|
Mesa: Dobson Campus
LS 202 Lab Room |
In Person
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
10:30AM – 11:45AM
|
|
Open
1 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11554
|
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 105 |
In Person
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
12:00PM – 1:15PM
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
23863
|
South Mountain
SC 129 |
In Person
|
2/3 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
2:00PM – 3:25PM
|
|
Open
13 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
23696
|
South Mountain
SC 129 |
In Person
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
5:00PM – 6:15PM
|
|
Open
3 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11842
|
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Saguaro Hall Rm 104 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
5:30PM – 6:45PM
|
|
Open
13 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11836
|
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online |
Online
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
1 of 28 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11840
|
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online |
Online
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11894
|
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online |
Online
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
1 of 28 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
32411
|
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online |
Online
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11504
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
1/20 – 3/13
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11510
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11512
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
3/23 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11536
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
3/23 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11560
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11582
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11588
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
25537
|
Mesa
Online Course |
Online
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
10543
|
GateWay
Online |
Online
|
1/20 – 5/14
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
25531
|
Mesa
Online Course |
Online
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
23695
|
South Mountain
ONLINE |
Online
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
13758
|
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS |
Online
|
2/17 – 4/17
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
14331
|
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS |
Online
|
1/17 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
17234
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
18682
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
1/12 – 3/2
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
18684
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
1/12 – 3/2
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
8 of 25 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
18686
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
3/9 – 4/27
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
7 of 11 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
18688
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
3/9 – 4/27
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
15 of 15 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
18690
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
1/12 – 3/2
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
12 of 15 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
22612
|
Scottsdale
Online Course |
Online
|
1/20 – 3/13
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
2 of 48 seats available |
|
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