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The need for replacement parts will be established as the components are disassembled, inspected and reassembled.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/fall-2026/auto/#auto-55-0", "subject": "AUTO" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 0, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-55-0", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 56.0", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "56.0", "title": "Automatic Transmission and Overhaul", "units": "4", "hours": "54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 50, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course covers diagnosis and repair of the components of automatic transmission systems: clutches, bands, servo valve bodies, hydraulic pumps, cases, governors, torque converters, and electronic controls. Automatic transmissions and related parts will be disassembled, inspected and determination made of the serviceability of existing parts. The need for replacement parts will be established as the components are disassembled, inspected and reassembled.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 0, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-56-0", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 57.1", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "57.1", "title": "Automotive Brakes, Theory and Function", "units": "4", "hours": "54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 50, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Theory and Function. This course covers safety practices, theory, applications, braking systems, and antilock brakes.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 0, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-57-1", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 58", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "58", "title": "Automotive Lubrication Technician", "units": "2", "hours": "27 lecture hours; 27 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 50, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course covers techniques used by the automotive industry to perform routine preventative maintenance. 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Perimeter camera systems 2. Parking warning and assist systems 3. Lane departure warning and lane centering systems 4. Blind spot monitoring 5. Adaptive Cruise control 6. 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Perimeter camera systems 2. Parking warning and assist systems 3. Lane departure warning and lane centering systems 4. Blind spot monitoring 5. Adaptive Cruise control 6. Accident avoidance and pedestrian crash avoidance mitigation.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "AUTO 62", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "62", "title": "Automotive Detailing", "units": "4", "hours": "54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 50, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to correctly perform an automotive detail. Topics covered will include exterior paint polishing and treatment, interior and upholstery cleaning techniques, proper chemical and equipment usage, and dealership porter responsibilities.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 0, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-62", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 62.1", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "62.1", "title": "Advanced Automotive Detailing", "units": "4", "hours": "54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours", "prerequisite": "Complete the following course: AUTO-62.", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to correctly perform an automotive detail. Topics covered will include exterior paint polishing and Ceramic Coating application, headlight reconditioning, reconditioning various surfaces, proper aerosol spray paint techniques.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 0, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/fall-2026/auto/#auto-62-1", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 77", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "77", "title": "Automotive Service Writing and Shop Management", "units": "3", "hours": "54 lecture hours", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course prepares students to manage an automotive repair shop. Topics covered include work order preparation, parts and labor estimating, parts ordering, office and shop organization, writing a legal work order, sales skills, and customer relations.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/fall-2026/auto/#auto-77", "subject": "AUTO" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-77", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 77.1", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "77.1", "title": "Automotive Leadership and Team Building", "units": "3", "hours": "54 lecture hours", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course provides the student with the knowledge necessary to successfully build a functional automotive team and be an effective automotive team leader. Topics covered will include automotive industry team development, recruitment and retention of team members. The course will also cover automotive industry motivation and compensation and the creation and maintenance of employee policies and procedures handbooks.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "summer-2026", "name": "Summer 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/summer-2026/auto/#auto-77-1", "subject": "AUTO" }, { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/fall-2026/auto/#auto-77-1", "subject": "AUTO" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-77-1", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 77.2", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "77.2", "title": "Automotive Safety Training for Managers", "units": "3", "hours": "54 lecture hours", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course provides the student with the knowledge necessary to initiate and maintain an effective automotive safety training program in an automotive repair facility. Topics covered will include employee Right to Know laws and training requirements, safety audits and facility assessment, hazardous communications guidelines, personal protective equipment, and material handling and storage.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/fall-2026/auto/#auto-77-2", "subject": "AUTO" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-77-2", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 77.3", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "77.3", "title": "Automotive Workplace Professionalism", "units": "2", "hours": "36 lecture hours", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course presents information for working professionals in the automotive industry. Topics covered will include etiquette, dress, ethics, diversity, accountability, organization, communication and conflict resolution as they apply to the automotive industry.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "summer-2026", "name": "Summer 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/summer-2026/auto/#auto-77-3", "subject": "AUTO" }, { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/fall-2026/auto/#auto-77-3", "subject": "AUTO" }, { "term": "winter-2027", "name": "Winter 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 0, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/winter-2027/auto/#auto-77-3", "subject": "AUTO" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 2, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-77-3", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 77L", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "77L", "title": "Automotive Service Writing and Shop Manager Laboratory", "units": "2", "hours": "108 lab hours", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course prepares students to effectively write automotive service orders and manage an automotive repair shop. Topics include labor guide look up and labor calculation, work order preparation, parts and labor estimating, parts ordering, office and shop organization, writing a legal work order, sales skills, and customer relations.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 2, "open": 2, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/fall-2026/auto/#auto-77l", "subject": "AUTO" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 2, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-77l", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 079.0", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "079.0", "title": "Pico Lab Scopes Introduction", "units": "0", "hours": "13.5 lecture hours; 13.5 lab hours", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Introduction to the use of Pico Lab Scopes to diagnose modern automotive systems.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "AUTO 079.B", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "079.B", "title": "Pico Lab Scopes Advanced Level", "units": "0", "hours": "13.5 lecture hours; 13.5 lab hours", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Advanced Level Pico Lab Scope Instruction, focused on the use of Lab scopes in the Automotive industry, emphasis on engine performance, diagnostics, using Pressure Transducers.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "AUTO 79.1", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "79.1", "title": "Basic Automotive Engine Performance and Emission Controls", "units": "4", "hours": "54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 50, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course provides theory and hands-on experience in the fundamentals of automotive engine management including: basic fuel injection, ignition systems and emission systems. The focus is then placed on foundational engine management components and systems including: fuel injection, electronic ignition and emission control systems with an emphasis on servicing, troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of common engine management malfunctions.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 0, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-79-1", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 79.2", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "79.2", "title": "Advanced Automotive Engine Performance Emission Controls", "units": "4", "hours": "54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 79.1, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course provides theory and hands-on experience in the fundamentals of automotive engine management including: basic fuel injection, ignition systems and emission systems. The focus is then placed on foundational engine management components and systems including: fuel injection, electronic ignition and emission control systems with an emphasis on servicing, troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of common engine management malfunctions.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/fall-2026/auto/#auto-79-2", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 80.1", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "80.1", "title": "Automotive Electrical & Electronics I", "units": "4", "hours": "54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 50, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course covers the theory of electricity, use of meters and text equipment, use of wiring diagrams, diagnosis and repair or replacement of major electrical components of automotive and light trucks. Major areas of study include batteries, starting, charging and ignition systems as well as electrical accessories. This course will assist the student in preparing for the ASE A6 exam.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 2, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/fall-2026/auto/#auto-80-1", "subject": "AUTO" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 2, "open": 0, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-80-1", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 80.2", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "80.2", "title": "Automotive Electrical & Electronics II", "units": "4", "hours": "54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 80.1, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course covers electricity and electronics, use of electrical test equipment, wiring diagrams, diagnosis and repair/replacement/diagnosis of major electrical components of automobiles.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/fall-2026/auto/#auto-80-2", "subject": "AUTO" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-80-2", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 80.6", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "80.6", "title": "Introduction to Automotive Electricity", "units": "4", "hours": "72 lecture hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 50, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course covers electrical theory, basic electricity, electrical safety procedures, electrical diagnostic equipment, and industry approved procedures to diagnose and repair electrical malfunctions in the automobile.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "summer-2026", "name": "Summer 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/summer-2026/auto/#auto-80-6", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 82", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "82", "title": "Automotive Electrical Repair", "units": "4", "hours": "54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 50, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course provides the student with the knowledge necessary to diagnose and repair automotive malfunctions including lighting systems, electrical instruments and accessories, electrical door components, air bags, and alarm systems. Information covered will include electrical fundamentals, test equipment, electrical circuits, electrical malfunctions, wiring diagrams, and electrical diagnosis.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/fall-2026/auto/#auto-82", "subject": "AUTO" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 0, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-82", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 85.1", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "85.1", "title": "Introduction to Engine Performance Theory", "units": "4", "hours": "72 lecture hours", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course covers engine performance theory and techniques used by the automotive industry to diagnose and repair driveability malfunctions.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "AUTO 85.2", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "85.2", "title": "Common Sense Approach to Computer Diagnosis", "units": "4", "hours": "72 lecture hours", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course covers the operational theory of automotive computers and a common sense approach for diagnosis and repair. Topics will include how to analyze data stream and how the data affects computer operation.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "AUTO 85.3", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "85.3", "title": "Ignition and Fuel System Theory Diagnosis", "units": "4", "hours": "72 lecture hours", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course will introduce the student to the ignition and fuel systems theory and cover common malfunctions on the modern automobile.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "AUTO 89.3", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "89.3", "title": "Introduction to Hybrid, Electric Vehicle and Alternative Propulsion Vehicle Technology", "units": "4", "hours": "54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 50, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course explores the use of Hybrid, Electric power and alternative fuels for the vehicle transportation. Physics of battery storage, Hybrid generation systems, Electric vehicle applications and tier integrated systems from many manufacturers will be discussed. This course is suitable for students entering into and automotive alternative fuels or power generation and energy technology field. 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The need for replacement parts will be established as the components are reassembled. Recovery and charging of different systems will be covered from both R-12 and R134A systems.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/fall-2026/auto/#auto-97", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 97.0", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "97.0", "title": "Automotive Air Conditioning and Heating Systems", "units": "4", "hours": "54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 50, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course covers diagnosis and repair of the components of the automotive air conditioning and heating systems; evaporators, compressors, control valves, condensers, blowers, heater cores, lines and hoses. Mechanical and electronic temperature controls. Air conditioning and heating related parts will be dissembled, inspected and determination made of serviceability of existing parts. The need for replacement parts will be established as the components are reassembled. Recovery and charging of different systems will be covered from both R-12 and R134A systems.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 0, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-97-0", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 99.1", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "99.1", "title": "Light Duty Diesel Systems 1", "units": "4", "hours": "54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 50, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course covers the theory, design, diagnosis and repair of the light duty diesel power plant systems. Topics covered will include the fuel and emission systems.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "AUTO 99.2", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "99.2", "title": "Light Duty Diesel Systems 2", "units": "4", "hours": "54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 50, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course covers the theory, design, diagnosis and repair of the light duty diesel power plant systems. Topics covered will include charging and starting systems, engine electronics, service and maintenance.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/fall-2026/auto/#auto-99-2", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 99.3", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "99.3", "title": "Light Duty Diesel Systems 3", "units": "4", "hours": "54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 50, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course covers the theory, design, diagnosis and repair of the light duty diesel power plant systems. Topics covered will include intake and exhaust systems, cooling and lubrication circuits and forced air induction.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/victor-valley-college/schedule/spring-2027/auto/#auto-99-3", "subject": "AUTO" } ] }, { "code": "AUTO 99.4", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "99.4", "title": "Light Duty Diesel Systems 4", "units": "4", "hours": "36 lecture hours; 108 lab hours", "prerequisite": "AUTO 50, Minimum grade C", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course covers the theory, design, diagnosis and repair of the light duty diesel power plant systems. Topics covered will include cylinder block assemblies and cooling and lubrication circuits.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "AUTO 0138", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "0138", "title": "Noncredit Work Experience Education Automotive", "units": "0", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Work Experience Education is a key element of Victor Valley College's comprehensive approach to career development. This is a non-credit course which helps students gain valuable on-the-job work experience while providing practical education, best practices in professional development, and academic guidance through the course of their work opportunity. The combination of practical experience and curricular development empowers students to be more competitive, efficient and valuable employees upon completion of this program and/or their academic program trajectory. Students may utilize their present work sites.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "AUTO 138A", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "138A", "title": "Work Experience Education Automotive - Level 1", "units": "1-8", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "Work Experience Education is a key element of Victor Valley College's comprehensive approach to career development. Work Experience Education is a 16-, 12-, 8- or 6- week course that enables students to receive college credit for paid or unpaid work opportunities. This course helps students gain valuable on-the-job work experience while providing practical education, best practices in professional development, and academic guidance through the course of their work opportunity. The combination of practical experience and curricular development empowers students to be more competitive, efficient and valuable employees upon completion of this program and/or their academic program trajectory. The course is ideal for students who are cross-training at their current worksite for upward mobility or seeking career changes, as well as those looking for entry-level occupational training through work-based learning experiences such as through an internship. Work Experience Education transforms community businesses, industries, and public agencies into expanded educational training laboratories. Credit is awarded on the basis of learning objectives completed and the number of hours the student trains. Students must create/complete new learning objectives each semester they enroll. Students may utilize their present work sites. WEE Automotive 138a is designed for a Automotive student's first semester as an intern, extern or employee at their place of work. .", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "AUTO 138B", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "138B", "title": "Work Experience Education Automotive - Level 2", "units": "1-8", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "Work Experience Education is a key element of Victor Valley College's comprehensive approach to career development. Work Experience Education is a 16-, 12-, 8- or 6- week course that enables students to receive college credit for paid or unpaid work opportunities. This course helps students gain valuable on-the-job work experience while providing practical education, best practices in professional development, and academic guidance through the course of their work opportunity. The combination of practical experience and curricular development empowers students to be more competitive, efficient and valuable employees upon completion of this program and/or their academic program trajectory. The course is ideal for students who are cross-training at their current worksite for upward mobility or seeking career changes, as well as those looking for entry-level occupational training through work-based learning experiences such as through an internship. Work Experience Education transforms community businesses, industries, and public agencies into expanded educational training laboratories. Credit is awarded on the basis of learning objectives completed and the number of hours the student trains. Students must create/complete new learning objectives each semester they enroll. Students may utilize their present work sites. WEE Automotive 138b is designed for a Automotive student's second semester as an intern, extern or employee at their place of work. .", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "AUTO 138C", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "138C", "title": "Work Experience Education Automotive - Level 3", "units": "1-8", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "Work Experience Education is a key element of Victor Valley College's comprehensive approach to career development. Work Experience Education is a 16-, 12-, 8- or 6- week course that enables students to receive college credit for paid or unpaid work opportunities. This course helps students gain valuable on-the-job work experience while providing practical education, best practices in professional development, and academic guidance through the course of their work opportunity. The combination of practical experience and curricular development empowers students to be more competitive, efficient and valuable employees upon completion of this program and/or their academic program trajectory. The course is ideal for students who are cross-training at their current worksite for upward mobility or seeking career changes, as well as those looking for entry-level occupational training through work-based learning experiences such as through an internship. Work Experience Education transforms community businesses, industries, and public agencies into expanded educational training laboratories. Credit is awarded on the basis of learning objectives completed and the number of hours the student trains. Students must create/complete new learning objectives each semester they enroll. Students may utilize their present work sites. WEE Automotive 138c is designed for a Automotive student's third semester as an intern, extern or employee at their place of work. .", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "AUTO 138D", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "138D", "title": "Work Experience Education Automotive - Level 4", "units": "1-8", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "Work Experience Education is a key element of Victor Valley College's comprehensive approach to career development. Work Experience Education is a 16-, 12-, 8- or 6- week course that enables students to receive college credit for paid or unpaid work opportunities. This course helps students gain valuable on-the-job work experience while providing practical education, best practices in professional development, and academic guidance through the course of their work opportunity. The combination of practical experience and curricular development empowers students to be more competitive, efficient and valuable employees upon completion of this program and/or their academic program trajectory. The course is ideal for students who are cross-training at their current worksite for upward mobility or seeking career changes, as well as those looking for entry-level occupational training through work-based learning experiences such as through an internship. Work Experience Education transforms community businesses, industries, and public agencies into expanded educational training laboratories. Credit is awarded on the basis of learning objectives completed and the number of hours the student trains. Students must create/complete new learning objectives each semester they enroll. Students may utilize their present work sites. WEE Automotive 138d is designed for a Automotive student's fourth semester as an intern, extern or employee at their place of work. .", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "AUTO 138E", "subject": "AUTO", "number": "138E", "title": "Work Experience Education Automotive - Level 5", "units": "1-8", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "Work Experience Education is a key element of Victor Valley College's comprehensive approach to career development. Work Experience Education is a 16-, 12-, 8- or 6- week course that enables students to receive college credit for paid or unpaid work opportunities. This course helps students gain valuable on-the-job work experience while providing practical education, best practices in professional development, and academic guidance through the course of their work opportunity. The combination of practical experience and curricular development empowers students to be more competitive, efficient and valuable employees upon completion of this program and/or their academic program trajectory. The course is ideal for students who are cross-training at their current worksite for upward mobility or seeking career changes, as well as those looking for entry-level occupational training through work-based learning experiences such as through an internship. Work Experience Education transforms community businesses, industries, and public agencies into expanded educational training laboratories. Credit is awarded on the basis of learning objectives completed and the number of hours the student trains. Students must create/complete new learning objectives each semester they enroll. Students may utilize their present work sites. WEE Automotive 138e is designed for a Automotive student's fifth semester as an intern, extern or employee at their place of work. .", "notes": [], "offered": [] } ] }