SOC206Z Social Problems
Applies the sociological perspective to the study of social problems, including their social construction, causes, and consequences. Explores the complexities surrounding their solutions, such as how solutions are socially constructed and policy proposals from sociologists and social movements. Topics may include poverty, discrimination, interpersonal violence, crime, addiction, ecological crises, war/global conflict, and health inequality. This course is part of Oregon Common Course Numbering. SOC 206 and SOC 206Z are equivalent at PCC. Prerequisites: (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11598 | Online (no scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From January 5 through March 21, 2026 | Adam Rafalovich | Books for CRN 11598 $0 Class details for CRN 11598 Notes: Eligible for Focus Awards | |
| and In-person | Rock Creek BLDG5 222 | Thursday from 2 to 3:50pm | From January 8 through March 19, 2026 | ||||
| 10689 | Online (no scheduled meetings) | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From January 5 through March 21, 2026 | Jamee Kristen | Books for CRN 10689 $0 Class details for CRN 10689 Notes: Eligible for Focus Awards |
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.