Not all courses in all disciplines are offered every semester. See the Class Schedule or contact the Technology & Aviation Division office for offerings in the current semester.

DEPT NUMBER COURSE TITLE UNITS COURSE DESCRIPTION
ELECTRONICS & COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 50 ECT INTERNSHIP 1.0 to 3.0 Units ECT 50 is a self-motivated course which allows students to earn from 1-3 units for structured supervised work off campus under supervision of a faculty advisor. It is designed to provide students with appropriate preparation, a hands-on discipline-linked work experience that will extend their knowledge and understanding of career demands in a field. This course may be offered in all disciplines. Note: Students must arrange an approved internship prior to enrolling in this class. Laboratory 3-9 hours. Recommended Preparation: ENGL 100 or ESL 141. Transfer Credit: CSU
ELECTRONICS & COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 100 ANALYTICAL ELECTRONICS 3.0 Units ECT 100 is designed to offer the student a comprehensive study in the mathematics specifically used in the electronics and computer technology field. Phases covered include application of DC circuit analysis, AC fundamentals, simultaneous equations, AC circuit analysis statistics of numerical data. This class helps in preparing students to pass the Photovoltaic Installer examination and becoming certified by Electronics Technician Association (ETA) International. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ENGL 100 or ESL 141.
ELECTRONICS & COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 110 ELECTRICITY AND ELECTRONICS PRINCIPLES 4.0 Units ECT 110 teaches the principles and applications of electricity and electronics. Topics include basic laboratory equipment, various electronics components, and designing/troubleshooting electronic circuit. This course provides students with the knowledge and skills of electricity and electronics and enhances their success in both their present career and/or advanced education in this field. Lecture 3 hours/Laboratory 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ECT 100 and ENGL 100 or ESL 141.
ELECTRONICS & COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 113 PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS AND SOLDERING TECHNOLOGY 1.5 Units ECT 113 is a comprehensive course providing functional training in the concepts of high-reliability soldering, solder extraction, and electronics component removal/replacement, including terminal inter-connections using wire-wrap techniques. It covers rework, repair, and specialized high-technology industrial equipment. This course also encompasses rework, repair, and modification of electronic printed circuit boards. Additionally, automated industrial wave solder processes are studied. Lecture 1 hour/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Recommended Preparation: ENGL 100 or ESL 141, or equivalent.
ELECTRONICS & COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 160 INSPECTION AND CODES FOR ELECTRICIANS 3.0 Units ECT 160 is a course designed to introduce the student to the National Electrical Code (NEC) using national, state and local codes. Included in the course are duties of the electrical inspector with emphasis on code enforcement, inspection procedures, plan reading, electrical symbols and terminology. Methods of performing electrical inspections and interpreting electrical systems are based on the current electrical codes and standards. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of safety, asbestos abatement awareness, and anchoring and supporting for earthquake mitigation. Quality workmanship, efficient and well-designed electrical systems, and retrofitting will be emphasized. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: ECT 110 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU
ELECTRONICS & COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 161 RESIDENTIAL ELECTRONICS SYSTEMS INTEGRATOR (RESI) TRAINING 3.0 Units ECT 161 is an introduction to the Residential Electronics Systems Integrator (RESI). Topics include the design of prewiring for home theater and telecommunications equipment interconnection, network installation, and wiring for cable television, satellite and antenna outlets, telephone equipment outlets, audio and video entertainment, and computer equipment. Students may become certified by the Electronics Technician Association (ETA) International by passing the knowledge examination assessment and obtaining RESI BASIC skills and knowledge. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended preparation: ECT 110 or equivalent.
ELECTRONICS & COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 162 INTRODUCTION TO SOLAR PRINCIPLES 3.0 Units ECT 162 covers key aspects of solar power. This class covers the basics of solar energy and prepares the student to enter the job market as a solar technician in sales, installation, or repair. Topics also include the concepts behind installing and troubleshooting solar panels. This class helps in preparing students to pass the Photovoltaic Installer examination and becoming certified by Electronics Technician Association (ETA) International. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ECT 110 and MATH 15. Transfer Credit: CSU
ELECTRONICS & COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 163 ENERGY MANAGEMENT 3.0 Units ECT 163 covers key aspects of energy management and prepares students to enter the job market as energy managers and energy professionals. Topics include concepts of greenhouse gas emissions management and energy savings. This class prepares students for passing the Certified Energy Management (CEM) examination and becoming certified by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ECT 100, 110, and MATH 15. Transfer Credit: CSU
ELECTRONICS & COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 167 Contractor's LICENSE LAW 3.0 Units ECT 167 covers key legal aspects of contracting. Students learn how to maintain a contractor's license, legal practice, management, construction standards, safety regulations and insurance policies. Topics also include contractor's license law, lien laws, labor code, payroll deductions, organization, estimate and planning principles. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ECT 100, ECT 160, and ENGL 100 or ESL 141.
ELECTRONICS & COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 201 SOLID STATE DEVICES 3.0 Units ECT 201 encompasses the study of Solid-State semiconductor theory, including diode rectifiers, filtered power supplies, transistor and amplifiers, oscillators, and thyristor devices. Students also construct solid-state circuits, and perform circuit analysis and diagnostics of electronic parameters using state-of-the-art digital electronic test equipment. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: ECT 110 or equivalent (ECT 110 may be taken concurrently). Recommended Preparation: ENGL 100 or ESL 141. Transfer Credit: CSU
ELECTRONICS & COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 210 PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS (PLC) 3.0 Units ECT 210 covers Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) operations, including PLC installation and programming techniques. It emphasizes the methods of using the programming interface to troubleshoot applications in industry. The lab activities give the student practical programming and operating skills used in the maintenance of automated systems.  Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: ECT 110. Recommended Preparation: ENGL 100 or ESL 141. Transfer Credit: CSU