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SOC101: Introduction to Sociology – 3 credits

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

General Education Designations: SB

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
16679
Mesa: Dobson Campus
SC 24
In Person
05/2706/26
Summer 2025
M,Tu,W,Th
9:10AM – 11:10AM
  • P. Rodriguez
Open
13 of 25 Seats Available
    • Notes: Class 16679 Reserved for ACE Program students.
      Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
16036
Mesa: Dobson Campus
SC 24
In Person
05/2706/26
Summer 2025
M,Tu,W,Th
11:20AM – 1:20PM
  • R. Golden
Open
10 of 25 Seats Available
    • Notes: Class 16036 ACE Program Only
      Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
      Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
14280
GateWay
Online
Online
06/0907/31
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
11 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.
10957
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
06/3007/31
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • O. Ekeogu
Open
29 of 32 Seats Available
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
10968
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
05/2706/26
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • O. Ekeogu
Open
15 of 32 Seats Available
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13817
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
05/2707/17
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • M. Marion
Open
16 of 23 Seats Available
    • 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.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13917
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
06/3007/31
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • M. Marion
Open
21 of 23 Seats Available
    • 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.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
14890
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
05/2707/17
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • A. Norton-St.George
Open
16 of 25 Seats Available
    • Notes: Class is scheduled for Eight (8) Weeks
      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.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
14894
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
05/2707/17
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • V. Merritt
Open
24 of 25 Seats Available
    • Notes: Class is scheduled for Eight (8) Weeks
      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.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
14902
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
05/2707/17
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • K. Bell
Open
6 of 25 Seats Available
    • Notes: Class is scheduled for Eight (8) Weeks
      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.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
10419
Glendale
Online Class
Online
05/2706/26
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • S. Yee
Open
20 of 24 Seats Available
  • Costs include SOC Course Fee: $0.00
    • Notes: ONLINE
      Online classes are completely asynchronous but may include optional synchronous components such as review sessions, office hours, etc.

      Students are required to have access to a computer/mobile device and Internet access, and a webcam may be necessary for specific classes.

      Students are required to submit an initial assignment due within the first few days of class.

      For information about how to get started, go to https://www.gccaz.edu/online/readiness. Click 'Canvas' link in column on the left and then click 'Log in to Canvas': https://learn.maricopa.edu
      5-week class
      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.
      Webcam-Mic
      Students need to be seen for presentations or to show work. This class requires the use of a computer or mobile device with Internet access, a webcam, speakers, and microphone.
      Respondus Monitor
      This class requires online proctoring. Students are required to have a computer onto which they can download software, with Internet access, a microphone, and a webcam (internal or external) or an iPad with iOS10 or higher.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
10421
Glendale
Online Class
Online
06/3007/31
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • S. Yee
Open
24 of 24 Seats Available
  • Costs include SOC Course Fee: $0.00
    • Notes: ONLINE
      Online classes are completely asynchronous but may include optional synchronous components such as review sessions, office hours, etc.

      Students are required to have access to a computer/mobile device and Internet access, and a webcam may be necessary for specific classes.

      Students are required to submit an initial assignment due within the first few days of class.

      For information about how to get started, go to https://www.gccaz.edu/online/readiness. Click 'Canvas' link in column on the left and then click 'Log in to Canvas': https://learn.maricopa.edu
      5-week class
      Flex Start Class
      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.
      Webcam-Mic
      Students need to be seen for presentations or to show work. This class requires the use of a computer or mobile device with Internet access, a webcam, speakers, and microphone.
      Respondus Monitor
      This class requires online proctoring. Students are required to have a computer onto which they can download software, with Internet access, a microphone, and a webcam (internal or external) or an iPad with iOS10 or higher.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
10436
Glendale
Online Class
Online
05/2706/26
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • R. Leamaster
Open
11 of 24 Seats Available
  • Costs include SOC Course Fee: $0.00
    • Notes: ONLINE
      Online classes are completely asynchronous but may include optional synchronous components such as review sessions, office hours, etc.

      Students are required to have access to a computer/mobile device and Internet access, and a webcam may be necessary for specific classes.

      Students are required to submit an initial assignment due within the first few days of class.

      For information about how to get started, go to https://www.gccaz.edu/online/readiness. Click 'Canvas' link in column on the left and then click 'Log in to Canvas': https://learn.maricopa.edu
      5-week class
      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.
      Textbook link: https://openstax.org/details/books/introduction-sociology-3e
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
10445
Glendale
Online Class
Online
06/3007/31
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • R. Leamaster
Open
23 of 24 Seats Available
  • Costs include SOC Course Fee: $0.00
    • Notes: ONLINE
      Online classes are completely asynchronous but may include optional synchronous components such as review sessions, office hours, etc.

      Students are required to have access to a computer/mobile device and Internet access, and a webcam may be necessary for specific classes.

      Students are required to submit an initial assignment due within the first few days of class.

      For information about how to get started, go to https://www.gccaz.edu/online/readiness. Click 'Canvas' link in column on the left and then click 'Log in to Canvas': https://learn.maricopa.edu
      Flex Start Class
      5-week class
      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.
      Textbook link: https://openstax.org/details/books/introduction-sociology-3e
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
10448
Glendale
Online Class
Online
06/0907/31
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • A. Patrick-Rolando
Open
23 of 24 Seats Available
    • Notes: ONLINE
      Online classes are completely asynchronous but may include optional synchronous components such as review sessions, office hours, etc.

      Students are required to have access to a computer/mobile device and Internet access, and a webcam may be necessary for specific classes.

      Students are required to submit an initial assignment due within the first few days of class.

      For information about how to get started, go to https://www.gccaz.edu/online/readiness. Click 'Canvas' link in column on the left and then click 'Log in to Canvas': https://learn.maricopa.edu
      Flex Start Class
      8-week class
      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.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11228
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/0708/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
28 of 30 Seats Available
    • Notes: Twelve (12) Week Class
      8-week class option available
    • Additional 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.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
12782
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/2806/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
13 of 30 Seats Available
    • Notes: Twelve (12) Week Class
      8-week class option available
    • Additional 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.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11220
Rio Salado
Print Based
Print Based : You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/2806/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
29 of 30 Seats Available
    • Notes: Twelve (12) Week Class
      This is a correspondence class. Only the cost of tuition, fees and books is permitted for financial aid. Students pursuing a certificate program are not permitted to receive federal financial aid for correspondence classes. Students cannot complete more than 50% of their program of study via correspondence courses. If you use financial aid to pay for school, please review Section II of your Financial Aid Terms and Conditions at the following web site:
      https://www.riosalado.edu/students/financial-aid/legal-disclosure/terms-and-conditions
      Please note, Print Based or Mixed Media courses require access to a printer. The course packet is available through Riolearn in Acrobat PDF format. You may print these documents on your home computer, keeping in mind that an average print-time (for home printing) is 2 pages per minute depending on your printer. You may check the number of pages in your packet to estimate print time by opening each document. If you would like to view or print this PDF now you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader. An alternative to printing the packet yourself is to place an order at your local FedEx Branch (for a fee). To find a convenient FedEx location call 1-800-463-3339 or visit them online at https://www.fedex.com/. If you choose this option, please use this FedEx printing request.
    • Additional 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.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
12783
Rio Salado
Print Based
Print Based : You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/0708/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
30 of 30 Seats Available
    • Notes: Twelve (12) Week Class
      This is a correspondence class. Only the cost of tuition, fees and books is permitted for financial aid. Students pursuing a certificate program are not permitted to receive federal financial aid for correspondence classes. Students cannot complete more than 50% of their program of study via correspondence courses. If you use financial aid to pay for school, please review Section II of your Financial Aid Terms and Conditions at the following web site:
      https://www.riosalado.edu/students/financial-aid/legal-disclosure/terms-and-conditions
      Please note, Print Based or Mixed Media courses require access to a printer. The course packet is available through Riolearn in Acrobat PDF format. You may print these documents on your home computer, keeping in mind that an average print-time (for home printing) is 2 pages per minute depending on your printer. You may check the number of pages in your packet to estimate print time by opening each document. If you would like to view or print this PDF now you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader. An alternative to printing the packet yourself is to place an order at your local FedEx Branch (for a fee). To find a convenient FedEx location call 1-800-463-3339 or visit them online at https://www.fedex.com/. If you choose this option, please use this FedEx printing request.
    • Additional 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.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
10622
Scottsdale
Online Course
Online
05/2706/26
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • K. Diggins
Open
19 of 25 Seats Available
15879
South Mountain
ONLINE
Online
05/2707/17
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • J. Parent
Open
8 of 20 Seats Available

SOC130: Human Sexuality – 3 credits

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

General Education Designations: SB

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
10449
Glendale
Online Class
Online
06/0907/31
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • A. Patrick-Rolando
Open
23 of 24 Seats Available
    • Notes: ONLINE
      Online classes are completely asynchronous but may include optional synchronous components such as review sessions, office hours, etc.

      Students are required to have access to a computer/mobile device and Internet access, and a webcam may be necessary for specific classes.

      Students are required to submit an initial assignment due within the first few days of class.

      For information about how to get started, go to https://www.gccaz.edu/online/readiness. Click 'Canvas' link in column on the left and then click 'Log in to Canvas': https://learn.maricopa.edu
      Flex Start Class
      8-week class
      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.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

SOC157: Sociology of Families and Relationships – 3 credits

Systemic analysis of socio-cultural and historical origins of modern families in the U.S. and their importance, major challenges and changing trends. Explores being single, dating and attraction, love, cohabitation and marriage, family planning and parenthood, conflict and crisis within the family, and divorce. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11233
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/0708/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
30 of 30 Seats Available
11216
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/2806/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
29 of 30 Seats Available

SOC212: Gender and Society – 3 credits

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

General Education Designations: C, SB

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11517
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/0708/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
30 of 30 Seats Available
    • Notes: Twelve (12) Week Class
      8-week class option available
      Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11217
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/2806/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
27 of 30 Seats Available
    • Notes: Twelve (12) Week Class
      8-week class option available
      Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11513
Rio Salado
Print Based
Print Based : You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/2806/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
30 of 30 Seats Available
    • Notes: Twelve (12) Week Class
      This is a correspondence class. Only the cost of tuition, fees and books is permitted for financial aid. Students pursuing a certificate program are not permitted to receive federal financial aid for correspondence classes. Students cannot complete more than 50% of their program of study via correspondence courses. If you use financial aid to pay for school, please review Section II of your Financial Aid Terms and Conditions at the following web site:
      https://www.riosalado.edu/students/financial-aid/legal-disclosure/terms-and-conditions
      Please note, Print Based or Mixed Media courses require access to a printer. The course packet is available through Riolearn in Acrobat PDF format. You may print these documents on your home computer, keeping in mind that an average print-time (for home printing) is 2 pages per minute depending on your printer. You may check the number of pages in your packet to estimate print time by opening each document. If you would like to view or print this PDF now you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader. An alternative to printing the packet yourself is to place an order at your local FedEx Branch (for a fee). To find a convenient FedEx location call 1-800-463-3339 or visit them online at https://www.fedex.com/. If you choose this option, please use this FedEx printing request.
      Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13029
Rio Salado
Print Based
Print Based : You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/0708/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
30 of 30 Seats Available
    • Notes: Twelve (12) Week Class
      This is a correspondence class. Only the cost of tuition, fees and books is permitted for financial aid. Students pursuing a certificate program are not permitted to receive federal financial aid for correspondence classes. Students cannot complete more than 50% of their program of study via correspondence courses. If you use financial aid to pay for school, please review Section II of your Financial Aid Terms and Conditions at the following web site:
      https://www.riosalado.edu/students/financial-aid/legal-disclosure/terms-and-conditions
      Please note, Print Based or Mixed Media courses require access to a printer. The course packet is available through Riolearn in Acrobat PDF format. You may print these documents on your home computer, keeping in mind that an average print-time (for home printing) is 2 pages per minute depending on your printer. You may check the number of pages in your packet to estimate print time by opening each document. If you would like to view or print this PDF now you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader. An alternative to printing the packet yourself is to place an order at your local FedEx Branch (for a fee). To find a convenient FedEx location call 1-800-463-3339 or visit them online at https://www.fedex.com/. If you choose this option, please use this FedEx printing request.
      Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
10836
Scottsdale
Online Course
Online
05/2707/17
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • K. Diggins
Open
21 of 28 Seats Available
    • Notes: ONLINE CLASS. All classwork can be completed entirely online.
      Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
      Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
10954
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
05/2706/26
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • C. Sieger
Open
29 of 32 Seats Available
10430
Glendale
Online Class
Online
05/2707/17
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • R. Leamaster
Open
23 of 24 Seats Available
    • Notes: 8-week class
      ONLINE
      Online classes are completely asynchronous but may include optional synchronous components such as review sessions, office hours, etc.

      Students are required to have access to a computer/mobile device and Internet access, and a webcam may be necessary for specific classes.

      Students are required to submit an initial assignment due within the first few days of class.

      For information about how to get started, go to https://www.gccaz.edu/online/readiness. Click 'Canvas' link in column on the left and then click 'Log in to Canvas': https://learn.maricopa.edu
      Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

SOC241: Race and Ethnic Relations – 3 credits

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

General Education Designations: C, SB

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
11215
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/2806/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
28 of 30 Seats Available
10956
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
05/2706/26
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • C. Sieger
Open
26 of 32 Seats Available
11232
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/0708/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
30 of 30 Seats Available