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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. 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: SQ
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
14952
Paradise Valley
Life Science Bldg 106 - lab
Hybrid In-Person
5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026
Tu,Th
9:00AM – 11:30AM
- M. Zein-Hammoud PhD
Open
14 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $40.00
-
Notes
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
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.
Class 14952 costs include BIO Course Fee: $40
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 14952 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 14953 held from (TBA) to (TBA) at ONLINE (M. Zein-Hammoud PhD)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
15302
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- D. Browning
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.
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 15302 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 15303 held Online (D. Browning)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11522
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- R. Stratman
Open
5 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 11522 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11523 held Online (R. Stratman)
-
Book Information
11524
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- L. Byers
Open
7 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 11524 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11525 held Online (L. Byers)
-
Book Information
11526
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- K. McIntosh
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 11526 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11527 held Online (K. McIntosh)
-
Book Information
11995
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- K. Fought
Open
11 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 11995 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 11996 held Online (K. Fought)
-
Book Information
13739
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- C. Parmiter
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $39.00
-
Notes
Class 13739 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 13739 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 13740 held Online (C. Parmiter) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
Book Information
13767
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- C. Parmiter
Open
1 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $39.00
-
Notes
Class 13767 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 13767 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 13768 held Online (C. Parmiter)
-
Book Information
10042
Glendale
Online Class
Online
5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- K. Kaus
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $68.00
-
Notes
Class 10042 costs include BIO Course Fee: $68
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 10042 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 10043 held Online (K. Kaus) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
Book Information
16745
Glendale
Online Class
Online
6/29 – 7/30
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- K. Kaus
Open
11 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BIO Course Fee: $68.00
-
Notes
Class 16745 costs include BIO Course Fee: $68
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 16745 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 16746 held Online (K. Kaus)
-
Book Information
14309
GateWay
Online
Online
5/26 – 6/25
Summer 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.
The textbook for this course is "RECOMMENDED" and not required to purchase.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 14309 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 14310 held Online (M. Ghaninia Tabarestani) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
Textbook info pending
14341
GateWay
Online
Online
6/29 – 7/30
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Foltz Sweat
Open
18 of 24 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.
There will be a $40 course material purchase that is required for this class.
Do not purchase course material until speaking with the instructor on the first day of class.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 14341 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 14342 held Online (J. Foltz Sweat)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
16611
GateWay
Online
Online
5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Foltz Sweat
Open
10 of 24 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.
There will be a $40 course material purchase that is required for this class.
Do not purchase course material until speaking with the instructor on the first day of class.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 16611 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 16612 held Online (J. Foltz Sweat)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
15569
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
5/23 – 8/1
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Neuenfeldt
Closed
No seats available
-
Notes
Class Meets for Ten (10) Weeks
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
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.
A broadband internet connection.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 15569 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 15570 held Online (J. Neuenfeldt) (CLOSED/FULL)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
15802
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
5/23 – 8/1
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Neuenfeldt
Open
12 of 24 seats available
-
Notes
Class Meets for Ten (10) Weeks
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
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.
A broadband internet connection.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 15802 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 15803 held Online (J. Neuenfeldt)
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
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. 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: SQ
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
14952
|
Paradise Valley
Life Science Bldg 106 - lab |
Hybrid In-Person
|
5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
9:00AM – 11:30AM
|
|
Open
14 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
15302
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
|
5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
4 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11522
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
5 of 25 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11524
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
5/4 – 6/22
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
7 of 25 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11526
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
23 of 25 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
11995
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
7/6 – 8/10
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
11 of 11 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
13739
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
13767
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
1 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
10042
|
Glendale
Online Class |
Online
|
5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
16745
|
Glendale
Online Class |
Online
|
6/29 – 7/30
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
11 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
14309
|
GateWay
Online |
Online
|
5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
|||||||
|
14341
|
GateWay
Online |
Online
|
6/29 – 7/30
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
18 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
16611
|
GateWay
Online |
Online
|
5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
10 of 24 seats available |
|
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|
15569
|
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS |
Online
|
5/23 – 8/1
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
|
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|
15802
|
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS |
Online
|
5/23 – 8/1
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
12 of 24 seats available |
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