Electronics and Computer Technology
28 courses · Victor Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
ELCT 7 A+ Certification Exam Preparation
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 64 lecture hours; 72 lab hours
This course is designed to prepare students for the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) A+ Certification Test. The course consists of a test-simulation-and-review software program that provides practice tests with realistic questions, a study guide, and reference materials. This course will not apply to the Associate Degree.
ELCT 50 A+ Operating Systems Technologies
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
Students will learn how to install, upgrade, and troubleshoot PC Operating Systems. The hands-on approach will enable students to install and configure different operating system such as Windows, Linux, and MAC OS. Students will learn how to use built-in tools to diagnose and troubleshoot problems with the operating system. Firewall configuration, user setup, roaming profiles, security, drive imaging, data backup, data recovery, printer sharing, and network troubleshooting. Students will learn how to use different tools to scan, diagnose and attempt to remove computer viruses, malware, ransomware, and other malicious software. Satisfies Cisco Certified Network Associates (CCNA) certification exam requirements.
ELCT 61 Basic Maintenance of Personal Computers
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
This hands-on course is designed to train students with the skills necessary to build, service, upgrade and troubleshoot Personal Computers, PC Workstations, Laptops, Computer Networks and network peripherals such as printers. Students will learn how to use hardware diagnostic tools and software to troubleshoot PC Workstations and Network Hardware. Configure Network Printers, setup Wireless LANs, and Network Security. Network cable construction, testing and punch-down. Satisfies CompTIA A+ certification exam requirements.
ELCT 71 Principles of Digital Logic and Circuits
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
This course will introduce students to digital logic circuits. Students will cover basic concepts in digital electronics, and discrete digital components. Hands-on LAB will cover steps to build, verify and troubleshoot digital circuits with emphasis on practical applications and proper use of test equipment. Topics include binary systems, logic gates, combinational logic, synchronous sequential logic, Flip-Flops, asynchronous sequential logic, registers, counters, memory, and digital integrated circuits.
ELCT 73 Microprocessor Principles
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
Introduction to the principles of microprocessor design, topics include microprocessor architecture, bus architecture, memory (R/W Memory, ROM, EPROM, and EEPROM) maps, interfacing devices, assembly language programming techniques, parallel I/O, serial I/O and interrupts. Laboratory projects include emphasis on designing and building microprocessor-based systems and hardware interfacing.
ELCT 76 Microprocessor Interfacing and Applications
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
Development of microprocessor based systems for embedded applications. Topics include Interfacing to input/output peripherals such as displays, keypads, sensors, digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital converters, and communication devices among others. Laboratory component is an integral part of this course emphasizing a hands-on approach for students to design, build, and test embedded micro-controller systems.
ELCT 78A Network Fundamentals
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
The goal of this course is to introduce students to fundamental networking concepts and technologies. It will assist students in developing the skills necessary to plan and implement small networks across a range of applications. Topics include, OSI and TCP/IP models, different network topologies, IP addressing and sub-netting. Satisfies Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam requirements.
ELCT 78B Routing Protocols and Concepts
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
This course will introduce students to routing concepts, and the operation of network routers. Students with hands-on approach will be able to configure, verify, and troubleshoot routing protocols such as RIPv2, RIPng, EIGRP, OSPFv2, OSPFv3 and introduction to BGP. Satisfies Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam requirements.
ELCT 78C LAN Switching and Wireless
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
This course provides a comprehensive and practical approach to learning the technologies and protocols needed to design and implement a converged switched network. Students will learn how to select network devices for each layer, how to configure access and multilayer switches to implement VLANs, VTP, and Inter-VLAN routing. Configure Layer 2 security on switches, setup Wireless LAN and configure WLAN security. Satisfies Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam requirements.
ELCT 78D Accessing the WAN
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
This course will enable students in a hands-on approach how to implement and configure different WAN technologies. Students will configure different types of VPN configurations, configure security firewalls, NAT/PAT configuration on edge routers, setup DHCP and configure ACLs for controlling network traffic, also students will learn how to use software to monitor and analyze network traffic. Satisfies Cisco Certified Network Associates (CCNA) certification exam requirements.
ELCT 78E Advanced Network Routing
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
This course is the first of a four course series designed to prepare students towards the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Certification. It introduce students to advanced IP address management, scaling IP networks, IP addressing using VLSM, private addressing, and NAT to optimize address utilization. Majority of the course deals with advanced topics in configuring routing protocols (RIP v2, EIGRP, ISIS, multi-area OSPF, and BGP), also covers important topics and techniques for route filtering, route optimization and route redistribution.
ELCT 78F Implementing Secure Converged Wide-Area Networks
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
This is the second course of a four course series designed to prepare students for Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification. The course will cover advanced topics in Wide Area Network (WAN). Students learn with hands-on approach how to configure and implement different WAN technologies with focus on VPN configuration and securing network access. Topics include teleworker configuration and access, frame-mode MPLS, site-to-site IPSEC VPN, Cisco EZVPN, strategies used to mitigate network attacks, Cisco device hardening and IOS firewall features.
ELCT 78G Bldg Multilayer Switched Networks
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
This is the third course of a four course series designed to prepare students for Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification. The course will cover advanced topics in building Multilayer Switched Networks. Students learn with hands-on approach how to deploy state-of-the-art campus LANs. Topics include VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), VTP, Inter-VLAN Routing, Layer three Switches, Wireless Client Access, Voice over IP (VoIP) Switch Configuration, Redundancy and Fault Tolerance.
ELCT 78I Fundamentals of Network Security
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
The curriculum introduces the core security concepts and skills needed for the installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring of network security appliances to maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices. It provides students with both the technical knowledge and hands-on experience needed for the day-to-day, tactical knowledge and skills that Security Operations Center (SOC) teams need to detect and respond to cybersecurity threats. Students will gain knowledge and skills related to security concepts, security monitoring, hostbased analysis, network intrusion analysis, and security policies and procedures. Prep for Cisco CyberOps Associate Certification and CompTIA Security+
ELCT 78K Voice Over IP (VoIP) Foundations
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
Practical hands-on approach to Voice over IP (VoIP) implementation. Topics include Internet Protocol carries a VoIP packet, configuring DHCP and DNS for supporting IP telephony, Real-Time Transport Protocol, Session Initiation Protocol, call set up, Instant Messaging, the H.323 protocol suite, gatekeepers, gateways, implementing QoS, jitter, latency, and packet loss impact to VoIP networks, troubleshooting RTP, MGCP, SIP, and H.323, and security considerations. Lab covers Cisco router, Switch, IP Phones, and CallManager Configuration.
ELCT 85 Fiber Optics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 162 lab hours
This hands-on self-paced course will provide students with the skills required to inspect, install and test fiber optic connectors, how to use the epoxy polish method, identify damage to cables and associated causes, test fiber optic cable for losses, fiber cable splicing, optical performance, install, configure, and troubleshoot fiber optic communications, switches and systems. Students will learn the principals of operation for an optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) and how to use a light source/power meter.
ELCT 87 Industrial Control Sys, Devices and Ckts
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 108 lab hours
This course is designed to provide the student an opportunity to study a wide range of applications of electronics found in industrial automation and robotics. Topics include: operational amplifiers, linear integrated circuits, generators and motors, control devices and circuits, transducers, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), PLC functions, ladder logic, programming and applications.
ELCT 110 Electronics and Computer Technology Fundamentals
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is designed to introduce students to a wide range of topics in electronics and computer technologies. As an introduction course, it will demonstrate to students in a simplified and hands-on approach how modern electronics and computer technologies operate and are used in their daily lives.
ELCT 131 DC Circuit Theory and Analysis
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to DC circuits analysis, a theoretical and practical hands-on approach to DC fundamentals. Topics include Ohm?s Law, Series, Parallel and Series-Parallel Circuits, Network Theorems, Methods of Analysis, Equivalent Circuits, Capacitive and Inductive Circuits, Timing Circuits, Measuring Instruments, Magnetism and Magnetic Circuits. A laboratory component is an integral part of this course emphasizing a hands-on approach for students to use different test instruments and software tools to design, build, test, and analyze DC circuits. .
ELCT 132 AC Circuit Theory and Analysis
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to AC circuits analysis, a theoretical and practical hands-on approach to AC fundamentals. Topics include AC waveform analysis, Inductive and Capacitive Circuits, Impedance, Power in AC Circuits, AC Series-Parallel Circuits Design, Methods of AC Analysis, AC Network theorems, Resonance,and Filters. Lab component is an integral part of course, emphasizing hands-on approach using different test instruments and software applications to design, build, test, and analyze AC circuits.
ELCT 133 Solid State Devices and Circuits
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Introduction to Solid State Devices; topics include Semiconductor Diodes, Bipolar Transistor Theory, DC Biasing of Bipolar Junction Transistors, Field-Effect Transistor Theory, FET Biasing, BJT and FET Small Signal Analysis, Large Signal Amplifiers, Introduction to Operational Amplifiers, Linear Integrated Circuit Regulators, Feedback Amplifiers and Oscillator Circuits. Laboratory component is an integral part of this course emphasizing a hands-on approach for students to use different test instruments and software tools to design, build, test, and analyze Solid State circuits.
ELCT 134 Solid State Circuit Analysis
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Introduction to Operational Amplifiers and Linear Integrated Circuits, topics include Differential Amplifiers, Operational Amplifiers, Op-Amp with Negative Feedback, Frequency Response of an OP-Amp, Active Filters and Oscillators, Comparators, General Linear Applications, and Specialized Applications. Laboratory component is an integral part of this course emphasizing a hands-on approach for students to use different test instruments and software tools to design, build, test, and analyze various Op-Amps and Linear Integrated circuits.
ELCT 138 Work Experience Education Electronics
- Units
- 1-8
- Transfers to
- CSU
Work Experience Education is a key element of Victor Valley College's comprehensive approach to career development. Work Experience Education is a 16-, 12-, or 8-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 competi tive, 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 occupati onaltraining 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. More details are available in the Work Experience Education Office, (760) 245-4271, ext. 2281.The office, located in the Academic Commons, is open Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., 2:00-6:00 p.m., and by appointment. Please refer to the Work Experience Education section in this catalog for more information.
ELCT 201 Digital Logic Design
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Binary systems and Boolean Algebra, Karnaugh Maps, Logic Gates, Combinational Logic, Synchronous Sequential Logic, Flip-Flops, Asynchronous Sequential Logic, Registers, Counters, Memory and Programmable Logic, Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Introduction to Hardware Description Languages (HDL) using Verilog (VHDL), and digital integrated circuits. .
ELCT 202 Computer Methods for Engineers
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- MATH 227 or MATH 227H, Minimum grade C
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is an introduction to methods and techniques for solving engineering problems using numerical-analysis computer-application programs,technical computing and visualization using MATLAB software. The course is structured to allow students to have a thorough hands-on experience with examples and exercises applied to a wide variety of practical engineering problems.
ELCT 210 Engineering Circuit Analysis I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- MATH 226 or MATH 226H, Minimum grade C
- Transfers to
- CSU
Introduction to engineering circuit analysis, topics include Ohm's Law, Series, Parallel and Series-Parallel Circuits, Network Theorems, Methods of Analysis, Mesh Equations, Equivalent Circuits, Capacitive and Inductive Circuits, First-Order Circuits, Timing Circuits, Measuring Instruments, Magnetism and Magnetic Circuits, Introduction to Electromagnetic radiation and Electric Machinery. Laboratory experiments and the use of Computer Aided Circuit Analysis software (MultiSim and MATLAB) is an integral part of the course to supplement classroom lectures.
ELCT 211 Engineering Circuit Analysis II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- ELCT 210, Minimum grade C
- Transfers to
- CSU
Topics include analysis of RLC passive networks in response to single and multiple sinusoidal, ramp, and pulse sources, the Laplace Transform, and Fourier analysis.
ELCT 212 Engineering Circuit Analysis
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- PHYS 203, Minimum grade C
- Transfers to
- CSU
Topics include Ohm's Law, Network Theorems, Methods of Analysis, Mesh Equations, Superposition, Equivalent Circuits, First-Order and Second-Order RLC Circuits, Timing Circuits, Methods of AC analysis, Sinusoidal Steady-State Analysis, The Laplace Transform, Fourier analysis, Two-Port Networks, Resonance and Passive Filters. Nonlinear Circuit Analysis including Diodes. Laboratory experiments and the use of Computer Aided Circuit Analysis software such as (MultiSim and MATLAB) is an integral part of the course to supplement classroom lectures. .