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BIO156: Introductory Biology for Allied Health
– 4 credits
An introductory biology course for allied health majors with an emphasis on humans. Topics include fundamental concepts of cell biology, histology, microbiology, and genetics. Note: Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIO156 or BIO156CM. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college level chemistry is strongly recommended.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences [NSI], Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
19770
GateWay
Live Online Class
Live Online
8/24 – 12/16
Fall 2026
M,W
8:00AM – 9:15AM
- J. Foltz Sweat
Open
8 of 24 seats available
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Notes
Live Online classes meet with the instructor via the internet at regularly scheduled dates and times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, internet access, a webcam, speaker, and microphone, unless otherwise specified. Attendance at online sessions will be expected according to the instructor's attendance policy, which will be stated in the syllabus. CANVAS is used as the learning management system.
Do not purchase course material until speaking with the instructor on the first day of class.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 19770 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 19771 held Online (J. Foltz Sweat)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
23883
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 101
In Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M,W
8:30AM – 9:45AM
- C. Parmiter
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 23883 costs include BIO Course Fee: $20
Course Fee covers access to electronic materials/textbooks and lab fees (lab fees apply only to in-person classes).
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 23883 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 23884 held Mon/Wed from 10:00AM to 11:15AM at MON 101 (C. Parmiter) (CLOSED/FULL)
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Book Information
18087
Scottsdale
Science Lecture Bldg, SL 112
In Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M,W
9:00AM – 10:15AM
- J. Stein
Open
34 of 40 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.
Class 18087 costs include BIO Course Fee: $20
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 18087 must also enroll in one of the following labs:
Class 18088 held Tue from 9:00AM to 11:50AM at NS 215 (J. Stein)
Class 31415 held Thu from 9:00AM to 11:50AM at NS 215 (J. Stein)
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Textbook info pending
20298
South Mountain
SC 127
In Person
9/9 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M,W
11:00AM – 12:25PM
- S. Biswas
Open
2 of 24 seats available
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Notes
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Class Meets for Fourteen (14) Weeks
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 20298 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 20299 held Mon/Wed from 12:30PM to 1:55PM at SC 127, Lab fees $35 (S. Biswas)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
19772
GateWay
IE Bldg - Classroom IE-2202
In Person
8/24 – 12/16
Fall 2026
M,W
11:00AM – 12:15PM
- J. Foltz Sweat
Open
6 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $30.00
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Notes
In Person classes meet face to face on campus in designated classrooms at specified dates and times. CANVAS is used as the learning management system.
Do not purchase course material until speaking with the instructor on the first day of class.
Class 19772 costs include BIO Course Fee: $30
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 19772 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 19773 held Mon/Wed from 12:30PM to 1:45PM at IE 3209 (J. Foltz Sweat)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
22305
Phoenix
F106
In Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M,W
5:30PM – 6:45PM
- S. Crane
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $35.00
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Notes
For text, visit: https://openstax.org/details/books/biology-2e
Class 22305 costs include BIO Course Fee: $35
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 22305 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 20945 held Wed from 7:00PM to 9:30PM at F120 (S. Crane) (CLOSED/FULL)
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Textbook info pending
23879
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 101
In Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M,W
6:00PM – 7:15PM
- M. Borst
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 23879 costs include BIO Course Fee: $20
Course Fee covers access to electronic materials/textbooks and lab fees (lab fees apply only to in-person classes).
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 23879 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 23880 held Mon/Wed from 7:30PM to 8:45PM at MON 101 (M. Borst) (CLOSED/FULL)
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Book Information
19933
GateWay
IE Bldg - Lab IE-3209
Hybrid In-Person
8/25 – 12/15
Fall 2026
Tu
8:30AM – 9:45AM
- J. Foltz Sweat
Open
11 of 24 seats available
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Notes
Hybrid classes incorporate multiple methods of instruction including in person and online learning. Attendance in scheduled class sessions are mandatory. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, internet access, a webcam, speaker, and microphone, unless otherwise specified. CANVAS is used as the learning management system.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 19933 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 19934 held Tue from 9:45AM to 11:00AM at IE 3209 (J. Foltz Sweat)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
23871
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 101
Hybrid In-Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu
3:00PM – 4:15PM
- R. Wess
Open
2 of 24 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 23871 costs include BIO Course Fee: $20
Course Fee covers access to electronic materials/textbooks and lab fees (lab fees apply only to in-person classes).
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 23871 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 23872 held Tue from 4:30PM to 7:10PM at MON 101 (R. Wess)
-
Book Information
19802
GateWay
IE Bldg - Classroom IE-2214
In Person
8/25 – 12/15
Fall 2026
Tu
5:30PM – 8:10PM
- M. Ghaninia Tabarestani
Open
11 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $30.00
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Notes
In Person classes meet face to face on campus in designated classrooms at specified dates and times. CANVAS is used as the learning management system.
Class 19802 costs include BIO Course Fee: $30
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 19802 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 19803 held Thu from 5:30PM to 8:10PM at IE 3209 (M. Ghaninia Tabarestani)
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Book Information
12623
Glendale
LS 303
Hybrid In-Person
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu
5:30PM – 6:45PM
- K. Record
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $100.00
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Notes
Class 12623 costs include BIO Course Fee: $100
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 12623 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 12624 held Tue from 7:00PM to 8:20PM at LS 303 (K. Record) (CLOSED/FULL)
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Book Information
20944
Phoenix
F120
Hybrid In-Person
8/22 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu
6:00PM – 8:30PM
- S. Crane
Open
7 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $35.00
-
Notes
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
For text, visit: https://openstax.org/details/books/biology-2e
Class 20944 costs include BIO Course Fee: $35
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 20944 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 20946 held from (TBA) to (TBA) at ONLINE CNV (S. Crane)
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Textbook info pending
23869
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 101
In Person
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
8:30AM – 9:45AM
- C. Parmiter
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $20.00
-
Notes
Class may require Field Trips that will be completed during the scheduled class meeting times.
Class 23869 costs include BIO Course Fee: $20
Course Fee covers access to electronic materials/textbooks and lab fees (lab fees apply only to in-person classes).
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 23869 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 23870 held Tue/Thu from 10:00AM to 11:15AM at MON 101 (C. Parmiter) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
Book Information
24348
Paradise Valley
Life Science Bldg 203 - lec
In Person
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
9:30AM – 10:45AM
- D. Browning
Open
15 of 48 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $40.00
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Notes
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Class 24348 costs include BIO Course Fee: $40
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 24348 must also enroll in one of the following labs:
Class 24365 held Tue from 11:00AM to 1:30PM at LIFESC 106 (D. Browning) (CLOSED/FULL)
Class 25246 held Thu from 11:00AM to 1:30PM at LIFESC 106 (D. Browning)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20841
Phoenix
F101
In Person
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
10:00AM – 11:15AM
- M. Gallucci
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $35.00
-
Notes
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
For text, visit: https://openstax.org/details/books/biology-2e
Class 20841 costs include BIO Course Fee: $35
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 20841 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 20842 held Tue from 12:00PM to 2:30PM at F120 (M. Gallucci) (CLOSED/FULL)
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Textbook info pending
23867
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 101
In Person
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
11:30AM – 12:45PM
- C. Parmiter
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $20.00
-
Notes
Class may require Field Trips that will be completed during the scheduled class meeting times.
Class 23867 costs include BIO Course Fee: $20
Course Fee covers access to electronic materials/textbooks and lab fees (lab fees apply only to in-person classes).
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 23867 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 23868 held Tue/Thu from 1:00PM to 2:15PM at MON 101 (C. Parmiter) (CLOSED/FULL)
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Book Information
24442
Paradise Valley
Life Science Bldg 106 - lab
Hybrid In-Person
8/26 – 12/18
Fall 2026
W
9:30AM – 12:00PM
- M. Zein-Hammoud PhD
Open
10 of 24 seats available
-
Notes
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.
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 24442 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 24678 held from (TBA) to (TBA) at ONLINE (M. Zein-Hammoud PhD)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
21839
Phoenix
F120
Hybrid In-Person
8/22 – 12/18
Fall 2026
W
10:00AM – 12:30PM
- M. Gallucci
Open
10 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $35.00
-
Notes
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
For text, visit: https://openstax.org/details/books/biology-2e
Class 21839 costs include BIO Course Fee: $35
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 21839 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 20843 held from (TBA) to (TBA) at ONLINE CNV (M. Gallucci)
-
Textbook info pending
21968
Phoenix
F120
Hybrid In-Person
8/22 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Th
12:00PM – 2:30PM
- M. Gallucci
Open
4 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $35.00
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Notes
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
For text, visit: https://openstax.org/details/books/biology-2e
Class 21968 costs include BIO Course Fee: $35
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 21968 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 21537 held from (TBA) to (TBA) at ONLINE CNV (M. Gallucci)
-
Textbook info pending
22292
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
8/22 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Neuenfeldt
Open
9 of 24 seats available
-
Notes
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
For text, visit: https://openstax.org/details/books/biology-2e
Broadband internet connection required.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 22292 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 21468 held Online (J. Neuenfeldt)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20844
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
8/22 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Neuenfeldt
Open
4 of 24 seats available
-
Notes
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
For text, visit: https://openstax.org/details/books/biology-2e
Broadband internet connection required.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 20844 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 20845 held Online (J. Neuenfeldt)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
22518
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
8/22 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Neuenfeldt
Open
22 of 24 seats available
-
Notes
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
For text, visit: https://openstax.org/details/books/biology-2e
Broadband internet connection required.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 22518 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 22519 held Online (J. Neuenfeldt)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
24806
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- D. Browning
Open
1 of 24 seats available
-
Notes
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
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.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 24806 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 24807 held Online (D. Browning) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
28158
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
8/24 – 10/12
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- R. Stratman
Open
2 of 25 seats available
-
Notes
Eight (8) Week Class
Software Required
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.
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.
STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENROLL IN CLASSES ANY LATER THAN 5 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE DESIRED START DATE.
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 at a location other than the campus where the class is offered.
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.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 28158 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 28159 held Online (R. Stratman)
-
Book Information
28160
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
8/24 – 9/8
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- K. Fought
Open
3 of 11 seats available
-
Notes
Sixteen (16) Week Class
Software Required
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.
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.
STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENROLL IN CLASSES ANY LATER THAN 5 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE DESIRED START DATE.
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 at a location other than the campus where the class is offered.
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.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 28160 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 28161 held Online (K. Fought)
-
Book Information
28162
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
10/19 – 12/7
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- R. Stratman
Open
23 of 25 seats available
-
Notes
Eight (8) Week Class
Software Required
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.
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.
STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENROLL IN CLASSES ANY LATER THAN 5 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE DESIRED START DATE.
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 at a location other than the campus where the class is offered.
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.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 28162 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 28163 held Online (R. Stratman)
-
Book Information
28164
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
10/19 – 12/7
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- A. Bolitho
Open
25 of 25 seats available
-
Notes
Sixteen (16) Week Class
Software Required
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.
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.
STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENROLL IN CLASSES ANY LATER THAN 5 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE DESIRED START DATE.
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 at a location other than the campus where the class is offered.
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.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 28164 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 28165 held Online (A. Bolitho)
-
Book Information
28166
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
8/24 – 10/12
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- K. McIntosh
Open
24 of 25 seats available
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Notes
Eight (8) Week Class
Software Required
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.
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.
STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENROLL IN CLASSES ANY LATER THAN 5 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE DESIRED START DATE.
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 at a location other than the campus where the class is offered.
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.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 28166 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 28167 held Online (K. McIntosh) (CLOSED/FULL)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
28172
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
8/24 – 10/12
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- L. Byers
Open
25 of 25 seats available
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Notes
Sixteen (16) Week Class
Software Required
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.
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.
STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENROLL IN CLASSES ANY LATER THAN 5 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE DESIRED START DATE.
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 at a location other than the campus where the class is offered.
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.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 28172 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 28173 held Online (L. Byers)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
23793
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Chang
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $39.00
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Notes
This course requires two in-person proctored exams taken on the EMCC main campus on the dates listed below. There may be an additional cost associated with taking the exam at a facility other than at the college.
Midterm- Friday October 16th, 2026.
Final- Tuesday December 15th, 2026.
Class 23793 costs include BIO Course Fee: $39
Course Fee covers access to electronic materials/textbooks and lab fees (lab fees apply only to in-person classes).
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 23793 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 23794 held Online (J. Chang) (CLOSED/FULL)
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Book Information
23797
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- C. Parmiter
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $39.00
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Notes
This course requires two in-person proctored exams taken on the EMCC main campus on the dates listed below. There may be an additional cost associated with taking the exam at a facility other than at the college.
Midterm- Friday October 16th, 2026.
Final- Tuesday December 15th, 2026.
Class 23797 costs include BIO Course Fee: $39
Course Fee covers access to electronic materials/textbooks and lab fees (lab fees apply only to in-person classes).
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 23797 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 23798 held Online (C. Parmiter) (CLOSED/FULL)
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Book Information
23809
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- M. Nunes
Open
14 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $39.00
-
Notes
This course requires two in-person proctored exams taken on the EMCC main campus on the dates listed below. There may be an additional cost associated with taking the exam at a facility other than at the college.
Midterm- Friday October 16th, 2026.
Final- Tuesday December 15th, 2026.
Class 23809 costs include BIO Course Fee: $39
Course Fee covers access to electronic materials/textbooks and lab fees (lab fees apply only to in-person classes).
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 23809 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 23810 held Online (M. Nunes)
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Book Information
23845
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- M. Nunes
Open
7 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $39.00
-
Notes
This course requires two in-person proctored exams taken on the EMCC main campus on the dates listed below. There may be an additional cost associated with taking the exam at a facility other than at the college.
Midterm- Friday October 16th, 2026.
Final- Tuesday December 15th, 2026.
Class 23845 costs include BIO Course Fee: $39
Course Fee covers access to electronic materials/textbooks and lab fees (lab fees apply only to in-person classes).
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 23845 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 23846 held Online (M. Nunes)
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Book Information
12625
Glendale
Online Class
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- K. Kaus
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $79.00
-
Notes
Class 12625 costs include BIO Course Fee: $79
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 12625 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 12626 held Online (K. Kaus) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
Book Information
12631
Glendale
Online Class
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- K. Kaus
Open
8 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $79.00
-
Notes
Class 12631 costs include BIO Course Fee: $79
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 12631 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 12650 held Online (K. Kaus)
-
Book Information
12656
Glendale
Online Class
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- K. Record
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $77.00
-
Notes
Class 12656 costs include BIO Course Fee: $77
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 12656 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 12657 held Mon from 6:00PM to 7:00PM at VIRT MEET (K. Record) (CLOSED/FULL)
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Book Information
19826
GateWay
Online
Online
8/24 – 12/17
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- M. Ghaninia Tabarestani
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.
Proctored online assessments require the use of a computer equipped with LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor, including a webcam, microphone, and a separate smartphone functioning as a second camera. Faculty reserve the right to establish specific test proctoring guidelines and expectations.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 19826 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 19827 held Online (M. Ghaninia Tabarestani) (CLOSED/FULL)
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Book Information
20478
South Mountain
ONLINE
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- S. Biswas
Open
5 of 24 seats available
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Notes
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
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.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 20478 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 20479 held Online (S. Biswas)
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
18111
Scottsdale
Online Course
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- V. Frist
Open
21 of 24 seats available
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Notes
This course requires the use of a computer or mobile device with internet access, a webcam, speakers and microphone.
This course requires online exam proctoring. Students should have access to a computer or device with the following system requirements: Windows 10 or 11, or, macOS 10.12 to 12+, or iOS 11+, internet access, microphone, and a webcam. Room scans will be required for remote proctored exams. Proctoring fees may be required.
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 18111 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 18112 held Online (V. Frist)
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Textbook info pending
BIO156: Introductory Biology for Allied Health – 4 credits
An introductory biology course for allied health majors with an emphasis on humans. Topics include fundamental concepts of cell biology, histology, microbiology, and genetics. Note: Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIO156 or BIO156CM. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college level chemistry is strongly recommended.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences [NSI], Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
19770
|
GateWay
Live Online Class |
Live Online
|
8/24 – 12/16
Fall 2026 |
M,W
|
8:00AM – 9:15AM
|
|
Open
8 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
23883
|
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 101 |
In Person
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
M,W
|
8:30AM – 9:45AM
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
18087
|
Scottsdale
Science Lecture Bldg, SL 112 |
In Person
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
M,W
|
9:00AM – 10:15AM
|
|
Open
34 of 40 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
20298
|
South Mountain
SC 127 |
In Person
|
9/9 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
M,W
|
11:00AM – 12:25PM
|
|
Open
2 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
19772
|
GateWay
IE Bldg - Classroom IE-2202 |
In Person
|
8/24 – 12/16
Fall 2026 |
M,W
|
11:00AM – 12:15PM
|
|
Open
6 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
22305
|
Phoenix
F106 |
In Person
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
M,W
|
5:30PM – 6:45PM
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
23879
|
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 101 |
In Person
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
M,W
|
6:00PM – 7:15PM
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
19933
|
GateWay
IE Bldg - Lab IE-3209 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
8/25 – 12/15
Fall 2026 |
Tu
|
8:30AM – 9:45AM
|
|
Open
11 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
23871
|
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 101 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
Tu
|
3:00PM – 4:15PM
|
|
Open
2 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
19802
|
GateWay
IE Bldg - Classroom IE-2214 |
In Person
|
8/25 – 12/15
Fall 2026 |
Tu
|
5:30PM – 8:10PM
|
|
Open
11 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
12623
|
Glendale
LS 303 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
Tu
|
5:30PM – 6:45PM
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
20944
|
Phoenix
F120 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
8/22 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
Tu
|
6:00PM – 8:30PM
|
|
Open
7 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
23869
|
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 101 |
In Person
|
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
8:30AM – 9:45AM
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
24348
|
Paradise Valley
Life Science Bldg 203 - lec |
In Person
|
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
9:30AM – 10:45AM
|
|
Open
15 of 48 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
20841
|
Phoenix
F101 |
In Person
|
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
10:00AM – 11:15AM
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
23867
|
Estrella Mountain
Montezuma Science Lab Rm 101 |
In Person
|
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
11:30AM – 12:45PM
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
24442
|
Paradise Valley
Life Science Bldg 106 - lab |
Hybrid In-Person
|
8/26 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
W
|
9:30AM – 12:00PM
|
|
Open
10 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
21839
|
Phoenix
F120 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
8/22 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
W
|
10:00AM – 12:30PM
|
|
Open
10 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
21968
|
Phoenix
F120 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
8/22 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
Th
|
12:00PM – 2:30PM
|
|
Open
4 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
22292
|
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS |
Online
|
8/22 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
9 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
20844
|
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS |
Online
|
8/22 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
4 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
22518
|
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS |
Online
|
8/22 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
22 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
24806
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
1 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
28158
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
8/24 – 10/12
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
2 of 25 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
28160
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
8/24 – 9/8
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
3 of 11 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
28162
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
10/19 – 12/7
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
23 of 25 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
28164
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
10/19 – 12/7
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
25 of 25 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
28166
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
8/24 – 10/12
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
24 of 25 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
28172
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
8/24 – 10/12
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
25 of 25 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
23793
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
23797
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
23809
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
14 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
23845
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
7 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
12625
|
Glendale
Online Class |
Online
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
12631
|
Glendale
Online Class |
Online
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
8 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
12656
|
Glendale
Online Class |
Online
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
19826
|
GateWay
Online |
Online
|
8/24 – 12/17
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
20478
|
South Mountain
ONLINE |
Online
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
5 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
18111
|
Scottsdale
Online Course |
Online
|
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
21 of 24 seats available |
|
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