SOC204Z Introduction to Sociology
Introduces the central concepts, theories, and methods that define the sociological approach to investigating the social forces that shape our lives. Topics may include social structure, culture, socialization, race, class, gender, sexuality, and inequality. This course is part of Oregon Common Course Numbering. SOC 204 and SOC 204Z are equivalent at PCC. Prerequisite: (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available. (See course content and outcomes.)
Credits: 4
| CRN | Class type | Location | Days & time | Dates | Seats available | Faculty | More info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20322 | In-person | Cascade TH 100 | Tuesday and Thursday from 9 to 10:50am | From March 31 through June 11, 2026 | Ben B Cushing | Books for CRN 20322 $0 Class details for CRN 20322 Notes: All readings provided. Discussion-oriented meetings. | |
| 20618 | In-person | Cascade TH 208 | Monday and Wednesday from 12 to 1:50pm | From March 30 through June 10, 2026 | Andrew D Butz | Books for CRN 20618 $0 Class details for CRN 20618 | |
| 20636 | Online (no scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From March 30 through June 13, 2026 | Carrie L Sillito | Books for CRN 20636 $0 Class details for CRN 20636 | |
| and In-person | Sylvania TCB 213 | Monday from 11am to 12:50pm | From March 30 through June 8, 2026 | ||||
| 20099 | Online (no scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From March 30 through June 13, 2026 | Jamee Kristen | Books for CRN 20099 $0 Class details for CRN 20099 | |
| and Online (scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Tuesday from 10 to 11:20am | From March 31 through June 9, 2026 | ||||
| 21915 | Online (no scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From March 30 through June 13, 2026 | Heidi R Esbensen | Books for CRN 21915 $0 Class details for CRN 21915 | |
| and Online (scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Tuesday from 12 to 1:50pm | From March 31 through June 9, 2026 | ||||
| 20682 | In-person | Southeast TABOR 140 | Monday and Wednesday from 2 to 3:50pm | From March 30 through June 10, 2026 | Colin K Gilmore | Books for CRN 20682 $0 Class details for CRN 20682 | |
| 20756 | Online (no scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From March 30 through June 13, 2026 | Colin K Gilmore | Books for CRN 20756 $0 Class details for CRN 20756 | |
| and Online (scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Wednesday from 6 to 7:50pm | From April 1 through June 10, 2026 | ||||
| 21067 | In-person | Southeast TABOR 140 | Monday and Wednesday from 12 to 1:50pm | From March 30 through June 10, 2026 | Colin K Gilmore | Books for CRN 21067 $0 Class details for CRN 21067 | |
| 20136 | In-person | Sylvania TCB 217 | Tuesday and Thursday from 10 to 11:50am | From March 31 through June 11, 2026 | Joshua D Bass | Books for CRN 20136 <$40.00 Class details for CRN 20136 | |
| 22630 | Online (no scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From March 30 through June 13, 2026 | Adam Rafalovich | Books for CRN 22630 $0 Class details for CRN 22630 | |
| and Online (scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Friday from 10 to 11:50am | From April 3 through June 12, 2026 | ||||
| 20263 | Online (no scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From March 30 through June 13, 2026 | Niki G Toussaint | Books for CRN 20263 $0 Class details for CRN 20263 | |
| 20328 | Online (no scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From March 30 through June 13, 2026 | Jamee Kristen | Books for CRN 20328 $0 Class details for CRN 20328 | |
| 21350 | Online (no scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From March 30 through June 13, 2026 | Jamee Kristen | Books for CRN 21350 $0 Class details for CRN 21350 | |
| 21439 | Online (no scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From March 30 through June 13, 2026 | Adam Rafalovich | Books for CRN 21439 $0 Class details for CRN 21439 |
Class schedule definitions
- Cost:
- cost is based on the number of credits – see tuition and fees
- Books:
- $0 or <$40 means low cost books (doesn't include other supplies like calculators)
- Register:
- use the CRN to register in MyPCC – see how to register
- Class types:
- see more about class types
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- In-Person: Instructional time will happen in-person. Class meetings take place at specific times and locations.
- Online (no scheduled meetings): Instruction will take place through regular online activities and assignments with scheduled due dates. Classes do not have meeting times.
- Online (scheduled meetings): Instructional time will happen online. Class meetings will take place at scheduled days/times online.
- In-person & Online (scheduled meetings): Class meetings take place at a specific time & day, with some meetings in-person and some online, usually in Zoom.
- In-person & Online (no scheduled meetings): Class meetings are in-person and have additional online activities.
- Online (scheduled meetings) & Online (no scheduled meetings): classes meet remotely with additional online activities required.