California Community Colleges System Courses

Photovoltaic Technical Sales

This course is designed for students interested in a career in the photovoltaics (PV) industry. The fundamental principles of selling PV systems will be covered as well as the activities that support

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Introduction to Solar Photovoltaics

In this course, students gain a basic understanding of the principles of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and renewable energy alternatives. Basic electrical theory, the variables of PV system design,

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Photovoltaic Installation Exam Preparation

This course examines the theoretical and technical dimensions of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in detail. Students learn advanced principles of electricity and how they apply to PV systems. They rev

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General Physics 1 with Lab

This course is an algebra- and trigonometry-based study of classical mechanics, including elastic properties of matter and thermodynamics.

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General Physics 2 with Lab

This course is an algebra- and trigonometry-based study of electricity and magnetism, geometrical and wave optics, and some special relativity and quantum physics.

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Calculus-based General Physics 1 with Lab

This course is a calculus-based study of the mechanics of solids and liquids, elastic properties of matter, heat, and wave motion.

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Calculus-based General Physics 2 with Lab

This course is a calculus-based study of electricity and magnetism, geometrical and physical optics, special relativity, and quantum physics.

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Introductory Physics Non-Lab

Physics 12 is designed for the student who is interested in a more conceptual and less mathematical approach to physics. It is a survey course introducing the topics of mechanics, heat, sound, electri

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Introductory Physics with Lab

This course is similar to Physics 12 in content and difficulty level, but with a laboratory session added to enhance the learning experience. Physics 14 is designed for the student who is interested i

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Preparation for Calculus-Based Physics

This course serves as a preparation for calculus-based physics. It serves as an introduction to classical mechanics, including concepts and principles pertinent to the mechanics of solids. It also pre

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Mechanics with Lab

This course is a calculus-based study of the mechanics of rigid bodies, emphasizing Newton’s laws and its applications. This course includes an introduction to fluids. It is designed for engineering,

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Electricity and Magnetism with Lab

This course is a calculus-based study of electromagnetism covering aspects of electric and magnetic fields, DC and AC circuits, electromagnetic interactions, light, and relativity. The course is inten

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Fluids, Waves, Thermodynamics, Optics with Lab

This course is a calculus-based study of fluids, waves, thermodynamics, and light intended for engineering and physical science students.

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Modern Physics with Lab

This course is a calculus-based introduction to modern physics for engineering and physical science students. Topics will be selected from the areas of relativity and quantum physics that include appl

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Independent Studies in Physics

Pursue a self-directed independent study in physics, working on an individually arranged topic for transferable college credit.

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