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Noncredit courses are offered without enrollment fees and helps students reach personal, academic, and professional goals. See the courses in the various subjects below.

ART 201 - Sculpture and Ceramic Art for Mature Adults    ( Hours )
Construction methods in clay through design of three-dimensional and relief sculptures. Includes an introduction to ceramic art history and fundamentals of ceramic glaze and firing technology. Elements and principles of three-dimensional design are emphasized in oral and written critiques. This course is designed to improve artistic ability of mature adults 50 + years of age or older.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Produce three dimensional sculptures using hand-building techniques with surface decoration that shows an understanding of ceramic glaze and firing technology.
  2. Critique masterpieces and student sculptures incorporating elements and principles of 3-dimensional design using ceramic terminology.
  3. Express creative concepts.
ART 202 - Painting and Drawing for Mature Adults    ( Hours )
This noncredit course offers an individualized program of painting for the mature adult. Applications of basic principles of composition and color. Covers as well as techniques, materials and terminology of two-dimensional image making will be covered in a hands-on studio format. This is a non-credit course.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Create and finish paintings;
  2. use basic composition strategies with color;
  3. paint with ease and confidence.
ATEC 201 - Automotive Engines    ( Hours )
Automotive engine fundamentals including; configurations and designs, operation, diagnostic tests; disassembly, inspection, thread repair, broken bolt removal, precision measurement, assembly, timing chains and belts, valve adjustments, cooling systems, introduction to engine machining, proper use of shop related tools and equipment, and safety practices. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. demonstrate proper use of an outside micrometer to measure valve stem wear;
  2. demonstrate proper use of a straight edge to measure cylinder head for warpage;
  3. demonstrate the proper steps for performing a timing belt replacement and setting the timing belt, crankshaft, and camshafts in proper positions.
ATEC 202 - Automotive Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles    ( Hours )
Automotive Automatic Transmission fundamentals including: Diagnosis, inspection, repair, and adjustment of automatic transmission/transaxle assemblies, torque converters, friction materials, hydraulics, gear trains, manual and electronic controls. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
See if Spring 2024 classes for ATEC 202 are available

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. perform and air pressure leak test on the applicable clutch packs in an automatic transmission;
  2. service transmissions; perform visual inspection; replace fluids and filters;
  3. check fluid level in a transmission or a transaxle equipped with a dip-stick;
  4. measure endplay/pre-load determine necessary action.
ATEC 203 - Automotive Manual Transmissions and Transaxles    ( Hours )
Automotive Manual Transmission fundamentals including: Theory, diagnosis, repair and adjustment of automotive manual transmissions/transaxles, driveshafts, half shafts, final drives, clutches, viscous couplings, and transfer cases. Two, four and all-wheel drive assemblies, theory, service and repair. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
See if Spring 2024 classes for ATEC 203 are available

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. determine gear ratios for a manual transmission/transaxle, and correctly complete worksheet;
  2. measure end play;
  3. measure differential ring and pinion back lash.
ATEC 204 - Automotive Suspension and Steering    ( Hours )
Automotive Suspension and Steering fundamentals including: Diagnosis, inspection, repair, and adjustment of modern automotive steering, suspension, supplemental restraint, tire pressure monitoring, and alignment systems, theory of operation, common automotive steering and suspension systems, wheel alignment principles, methods of diagnosis, adjustment and repair, suspension service equipment. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. repair tire using internal patch;
  2. dismount, inspect, and remount tire on wheel; balance wheel and tire assembly (static and dynamic);
  3. perform pre-alignment inspection and measure vehicle ride height; determine necessary action.
ATEC 205 - Automotive Braking Systems    ( Hours )
Automotive Braking Systems including: Diagnosis, inspection, repair, and adjustment of modern automotive brakes and anti-lock braking systems, traction control, and dynamic stability control systems, theory of operation, the study of basic laws of hydraulics, brake service equipment. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. bleed and/or flush brake system;
  2. remove, clean, inspect, and measure brake drum diameter; determine necessary action;
  3. remove and clean caliper assembly; inspect for leaks and damage/wear to caliper housing; determine necessary action.
ATEC 206A - Automotive Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals    ( Hours )
Automotive Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals including: Ohm's Law, basic electrical circuits, components, battery, starting, charging, and basic wiring systems, electrical components and the use of basic wiring diagrams for trouble shooting systems, repair of wiring circuits and correct use of diagnostic equipment. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
See if Spring 2024 classes for ATEC 206A are available

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. demonstrate the proper use of a digital multimeter (DMM) during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems, including: source voltage, voltage drop, current flow, and resistance;
  2. analyze and diagnose an automotive Charging system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment;
  3. analyze and diagnose an automotive starting system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment;
  4. analyze and diagnose an automotive battery using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
ATEC 206B - Automotive Electrical and Electronic Systems    ( Hours )
Automotive body electronics, vehicle lighting, instrumentation, OEM audio, navigation, and communication systems, supplemental restraint systems, starter interlock systems, computer controlled charging systems. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
See if Spring 2024 classes for ATEC 206B are available

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. test the CAN bus system signal with a DSO. Set up the DSO to capture the CAN hi (+) and CAN lo (-) signals;
  2. test a computer controlled charging system for proper operation using a DSO. Check and record the signal on a DSO from the PCM to the generator;
  3. check a variable speed blower control system for proper operation using a DSO. Check and record the HZ signal from the control head to the blower module.
ATEC 207 - Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Systems    ( Hours )
Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning including: Diagnosis, testing, adjustment, and repair of air conditioning, cooling and heating systems, heat and energy, air flow, refrigerant recycling, equipment and controls. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
See if Spring 2024 classes for ATEC 207 are available

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. check system for sealant;
  2. recover refrigerant, pull a vacuum on the system, leak test, add oil, and re-charge system;
  3. identify refrigerant types; select and connect proper gauge set; record pressure readings.
ATEC 208 - Automotive Air and Fuel Delivery Systems    ( Hours )
Automotive Air and Fuel Delivery including: Introduction to the principles of automotive fuel induction systems, including the inspection, diagnosis, and evaluation of fuel storage, fuel pumps, carburetion, intake and exhaust systems, engine operation principles, computerized engine controls, and fuel injection systems. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
See if Spring 2024 classes for ATEC 208 are available

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. use a Digital Storage Oscilloscope (DSO) or graphing multimeter (GMM) to obtain a fuel injector voltage and amperage wave form, analyze the wave form and explain what the pattern means;
  2. test an electric fuel pump for Operating Pressure, Volume, and Rest/Residual pressure;
  3. test a Fuel pump with DSO for operating current and calculate pump RPM.
ATEC 210 - Automotive Advanced Engine Performance    ( Hours )
Automotive Engine Management Systems including: Ignition systems, combustion process, emission control devices, diagnostic practices for drivability, emissions, on board diagnostic systems, vehicle systems integration, and new engine technology. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
See if Spring 2024 classes for ATEC 210 are available

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. using a DSO, perform a wave form analysis of a fuel injector;
  2. test and analyze ignition patterns using appropriate test equipment;
  3. test a vehicles exhaust gas emissions using the Emissions Information System (Smog machine/exhaust gas analyzer). Using the lambda chart, calculate the air fuel ratio.
ATEC 250 - Introduction to Automotive Technology    ( Hours )
Automotive industry fundamentals including careers, safety, fasteners, hand tool identification and usage, vehicle systems, electrical fundamentals, service information access and use, automotive chemical and fluid applications, hazardous waste handling, general shop equipment usage, and vehicle servicing. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. successfully Pass the SP2 Safety & Pollution Prevention online programs & tests;
  2. demonstrate the correct procedures to safely lift a car on the two post automotive lift;
  3. look up service data/information for a specified vehicle or vehicle system as indicated by the instructor.
ATEC 251 - Engine Repair ASE Prep (A1)    ( Hours )
The ASE Engine Repair Certification Prep course (A1) will provide automotive students and existing industry technicians with an opportunity to prepare for industry standardized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in the most common automotive related subject areas. Automotive students are encouraged to enroll in the applicable ASE prep-course in conjunction with their current ATEC courses. This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of completion in ASE Test Prep for Automotive. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Students will successfully pass an ASE style exam associated to the topic.
ATEC 252 - Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles ASE Prep (A2)    ( Hours )
The ASE Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles Certification Prep course (A2) will provide automotive students and existing industry technicians with an opportunity to prepare for industry standardized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in the most common automotive related subject areas. Automotive students are encouraged to enroll in the applicable ASE prep-course in conjunction with their current ATEC courses. This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of completion in ASE Test Prep for Automotive. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Students will successfully pass an ASE style exam associated to the topic.
ATEC 253 - Manual Transmissions and Transaxles ASE Prep (A3)    ( Hours )
The ASE Manual Transmissions and Transaxles Certification Prep course (A3) will provide automotive students and existing industry technicians with an opportunity to prepare for industry standardized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in the most common automotive related subject areas. Automotive students are encouraged to enroll in the applicable ASE prep-course in conjunction with their current ATEC courses. This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of completion in ASE Test Prep for Automotive. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Students will successfully pass an ASE style exam associated to the topic.
ATEC 254 - Suspension and Steering ASE Prep (A4)    ( Hours )
The ASE Suspension and Steering Prep course (A4) will provide automotive students and existing industry technicians with an opportunity to prepare for industry standardized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in the most common automotive related subject areas. Automotive students are encouraged to enroll in the applicable ASE prep-course in conjunction with their current ATEC courses. This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of completion in ASE Test Prep for Automotive. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Students will successfully pass an ASE style exam associated to the topic.
ATEC 255 - Braking Systems ASE Prep (A5)    ( Hours )
The ASE Braking Systems Certification Prep course (A5) will provide automotive students and existing industry technicians with an opportunity to prepare for industry standardized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in the most common automotive related subject areas. Automotive students are encouraged to enroll in the applicable ASE prep-course in conjunction with their current ATEC courses. This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of completion in ASE Test Prep for Automotive. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Students will successfully pass an ASE style exam associated to the topic.
ATEC 256 - Automotive Electrical ASE Prep (A6)    ( Hours )
The ASE Automotive Electrical Certification Prep course (A6) will provide automotive students and existing industry technicians with an opportunity to prepare for industry standardized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in the most common automotive related subject areas. Automotive students are encouraged to enroll in the applicable ASE prep-course in conjunction with their current ATEC courses. This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of completion in ASE Test Prep for Automotive. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Students will successfully pass an ASE style exam associated to the topic.
ATEC 257 - Heating and Air Conditioning ASE Prep (A7)    ( Hours )
The ASE Heating and Air Conditioning Certification Prep course (A7) will provide automotive students and existing industry technicians with an opportunity to prepare for industry standardized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in the most common automotive related subject areas. Automotive students are encouraged to enroll in the applicable ASE prep-course in conjunction with their current ATEC courses. This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of completion in ASE Test Prep for Automotive. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Students will successfully pass an ASE style exam associated to the topic
ATEC 258 - Air and Fuel Delivery Systems ASE Prep (A8)    ( Hours )
The ASE Air and Fuel Delivery Systems Certification Prep course (A8) will provide automotive students and existing industry technicians with an opportunity to prepare for industry standardized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in the most common automotive related subject areas. Automotive students are encouraged to enroll in the applicable ASE prep-course in conjunction with their current ATEC courses. This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of completion in ASE Test Prep for Automotive. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Students will successfully pass an ASE style exam associated to the topic.
ATEC 260 - Advanced Engine Performance ASE Prep (L1)    ( Hours )
The ASE Advanced Engine Performance Certification Prep course (L1) will provide automotive students and existing industry technicians with an opportunity to prepare for industry standardized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in the most common automotive related subject areas. Automotive students are encouraged to enroll in the applicable ASE prep-course in conjunction with their current ATEC courses. This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of completion in ASE Test Prep for Automotive. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Students will successfully pass an ASE style exam associated to the topic.
ATEC 270 - Automotive Service Consultant    ( Hours )
Automotive Service Consultant fundamentals including: Communications, customer service, legal documents, business interactions, billing, parts and labor guides, shop management applications, shop operations, sales, vehicle identification and systems operations. Course content is aligned with tasks identified by Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. demonstrate the ability to generate a repair order to BAR specifications;
  2. demonstrate the ability to properly invoice service repair orders;
  3. demonstrate the ability to collect the appropriate service information
ATEC 275 - Service Consultant ASE Prep (C1)    ( Hours )
The ASE Service Consultant Certification Prep course (C1) will provide automotive students and existing industry technicians with an opportunity to prepare for industry standardized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in the most common automotive related subject areas. Automotive students are encouraged to enroll in the applicable ASE prep-course in conjunction with their current ATEC courses. This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of completion in ASE Test Prep for Automotive. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Students will successfully pass an ASE style exam associated to the topic.
ATEC 290 - Hybrid Vehicle Operation and Servicing    ( Hours )
Study of hybrid vehicle architecture, operation, and servicing. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. demonstrate the proper method(s) to perform a glove check;
  2. access HV battery data utilizing the appropriate scan tool(s), and interpret the data;
  3. demonstrate the ability to collect the appropriate service information, special tools and/or equipment and perform a disconnection of the hybrid vehicle high voltage system.
ATEC 291 - Hybrid Diagnosis and Alternate Fuels Technology    ( Hours )
Hybrid vehicle diagnosis and repair processes, and alternate fuels application and operation. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
See if Spring 2024 classes for ATEC 291 are available

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. demonstrate proper methods for glove testing;
  2. demonstrate the proper use of a volt meter in performing high voltage battery testing;
  3. demonstrate the proper use of ohm meters for motor testing.
ATEC 292 - Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems    ( Hours )
This course introduces students to the Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems (ADAS) utilized in vehicles. This technology is also the foundation for autonomous vehicles. This course will cover the various Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems (ADAS), exploring system operation, diagnosis, service, repairs, and calibration. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. demonstrate the calibration process for an ADAS system;
  2. demonstrate a scope capture of a BUS signal;
  3. access and interpret module data on an ADAS system.
ATEC 293 - New Vehicle Technologies    ( Hours )
This course will introduce students to new vehicle technologies; including enhanced vehicle connectivity, vehicle electronics, and programming. The course will cover the operation, application, and practical experiences with these systems, and vehicle diagnostics, including electrical and mechanical. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. demonstrate proper vehicle preparation for programming;
  2. demonstrate applicable electrical system testing;
  3. perform mechanical systems diagnosis.
ECD 208 - Introduction to Careers in Education    ( Hours )
This course will provide students with an introduction to teaching and education as a profession. It will provide an overview of teaching opportunities, requirements, educational pathways and certifications in California in a range of school settings including early childhood education, Transitional Kindergarten, K-12 (elementary, middle and high school), and community college. The course will address the qualities, skills and dispositions of an effective teacher, and critical issues in diverse contemporary classrooms. Career opportunities and labor market demand for teachers as well as other career pathways in education will be covered. ECD 208 is an introductory level (non-credit) course and is intended to provide students exposure to vocabulary and concepts in education and teacher preparation. Students can use the skills gained from this class to transition to credit level ECD courses. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Develop a personal career plan based on knowledge of teaching qualifications and requirements, and reflection on one’s personal characteristics, experiences and goals.
ECD 209 - Introduction to Working with Children    ( Hours )
This course is for those who are interested in working with children and want to gain a basic understanding of child development and how to effectively interact with and supervise children. It will include an introduction to the concepts of child development, major developmental milestones from 0-18, realistic behavior expectations, and a discussion of what is considered developmentally appropriate practice. Effective communication, positive behavior guidance, and social and cultural factors related to equity in educational settings will also be addressed. ECD 209 is an introductory level (non-credit) course and is intended to provide students exposure to vocabulary and concepts in child development and education. Students can use the skills gained from this class to transition to credit level ECD courses. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. describe developmentally appropriate behavior expectations, and identify effective communication and behavior guidance strategies for diverse groups of children.
ECD 210 - Introduction to Infant/Toddler Care    ( Hours )
Growth and development of infants/toddlers aged 0-36 months: Physical, cognitive, psycho-social, and creative development; influence of environment on development; feeding concerns; and the child's impact on the family. Course topics include an introduction of different temperament tendencies; stages of social-emotional development and socialization and guidance, and practices/program policies that best support the healthy social-emotional development. The course also looks into families and family culture. ECD 210 is an introductory level (noncredit) course and is intended to provide students exposure to vocabulary and concepts in infant/toddler care. Students can use the skills gained from this class to transition to credit level ECD courses. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. identify and analyze specific stages of development for infants and toddlers.
ECD 211 - Introduction to Infant/Toddler Curriculum    ( Hours )
The essential policies, principles, and effective practices that lead to quality care and developmentally appropriate curriculum for children birth to 36 months are examined. The course introduces principles of developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants/toddlers. Play, language and learning experiences including use of materials and equipment in infant/toddler settings will be introduced. ECD 211 is an introductory level (noncredit) course and is intended to provide students exposure to vocabulary and concepts in infant/toddler care and care setting. Students can use the skills gained from this class to transition to credit level ECD courses. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. demonstrate planning techniques for appropriate activities that promote the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of infants/toddlers.
ENGL 201A - Non-Credit Preparation for Composition I    ( Hours )
Non-credit course in which students will practice academic reading, critical thinking, and writing expected in credit classes or degree-applicable classes. Students will practice metacognitive strategies that will prepare them for success in a transfer-level English course. This is the first 9-week course in a two-course sequence. Students completing both English 201A and 201B will earn a Certificate of Competency in Preparation for English Composition. The course is free to students and repeatable until mastery of the skills is met. Strongly Recommended: Informed Course Selection Tool (ICST).
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. organize a paper so that it is unified and coherent;
  2. respond to a topic, demonstrate critical thinking, comprehension and use of text to support ideas;
  3. demonstrate sentence-level fluency and control of grammar.
ENGL 201B - Non-Credit Preparation for English Composition II    ( Hours )
Non-credit course in which students will practice academic reading, critical thinking, and writing expected in credit classes or degree applicable classes. Students will build on the metacognitive skills from 201A and practice more advanced reading and writing strategies that will prepare them for success in a transfer-level English course. This is the second 9-week course in a two-course sequence but may also be taken as a stand alone course. Students completing both English 201A and 201B will earn a Certificate of Competency in Preparation for English Composition. The course is free to students and repeatable until mastery of the skills is met. Strongly Recommended: Informed Course Selection Tool (ICST)
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. student can organize a paper so that it is unified and coherent;
  2. student can respond to a topic, demonstrate critical thinking, comprehension and use of text to support ideas;
  3. student demonstrates sentence-level fluency and control of grammar.
ENGL 202 - Noncredit Reading, Writing, and Reasoning--Accelerated Course    ( Hours )
Preparation for academic reading, critical thinking, and writing expected in transfer and associate-degree classes. This course is designed to prepare students to move, in one semester, into English 1. It includes in-class time to practice college-level reading and writing, using primary texts of diverse authors, including marginalized voices. This course is tuition free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is tuition free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. It is equivalent to the English 102 credit course of the same title; both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with English faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course can be used to earn a Certificate of Competency in Preparation for English Composition. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. respond to a topic, demonstrate critical thinking, comprehension and use of text to support ideas;
  2. demonstrate sentence-level fluency and control of grammar;
  3. organize a paper so that it is unified and coherent.
ENGL 210 - English Jam: Non-Credit Preparation for English Composition    ( Hours )
In the English Jam, students will review and practice components of academic reading and writing in a supportive environment. This course will emphasize strategies for active reading, reading comprehension, and critical thinking about texts. Students will practice pre-writing, drafting, and revision strategies with brief assignments and a more extended essay. This is a non-credit class, tuition-free and repeatable, and can count towards earning a Non-credit Preparation for English Composition certificate.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. organize a paper so that it is unified and coherent;
  2. demonstrate sentence-level fluency and control of grammar.
  3. respond to a topic, demonstrating critical thinking, comprehension and use of text to support ideas;
ENGL 215 - Support with Writing and Reading    ( Hours )
This noncredit course provides whole group, small group, laboratory, and individualized support with writing and reading assignments. Students meet regularly with an English 215 instructor during one of three open hours, as well as with WRAC tutors and WRAC English/ESL instructors, on a customized learning plan. Students will improve their academic reading skills, and/or their composition or sentence-level writing skills. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is intended to assist and prepare students to be successful in college-level credit coursework.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. read in an engaged, active style;
  2. identify areas of weakness in writing;
  3. develop strategies for revising and improving writing.
ESL 210 - Preparation for Academic ESL Reading    ( Hours )
This noncredit course in Academic ESL reading is part of a 3-course noncredit certificate of competency in Preparation for College ESL, which serves as preparation for ESL 110A, the first course in our credit sequence. Students who take this course may not have the necessary language proficiency in English or be ready for the academic rigor of our college credit ESL program. Students will gain reading, vocabulary, and study skills, computer literacy, and become familiar with U.S. college classroom culture. This course is free and may be repeated until mastery in the skill is met. Recommendation to take the course will be through ESL placement process. May be taken concurrently with ESL 220 and ESL 230.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. read short nonfiction articles and short novels and demonstrate comprehension;
  2. navigate Class-Web and Canvas LMS and demonstrate ability to read and locate information;
  3. effectively organize course materials and effectively manage time for an academic ESL class
ESL 220 - Preparation for Academic ESL Writing    ( Hours )
This noncredit course in Academic ESL writing is part of a 3-course noncredit Certificate of Competency in Preparation for College ESL, which serves as preparation for ESL 110A, the first course in our credit sequence. Students who take this course may not have the necessary language proficiency in English or be ready for the academic rigor of our college credit ESL program. Students will further proficiency in writing grammatically correct English sentences and short paragraphs, develop academic study skills and computer literacy, and become familiar with U.S. college classroom culture. This course is free and may be repeated until mastery in the skill is met. Recommendation to take the course will be through ESL placement process. May be taken concurrently with ESL 210 and ESL 230.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. respond in writing to short nonfiction articles, using correct grammar covered in the course;
  2. demonstrate ability to use word processing programs and Canvas to type and submit an academic paper for an ESL class;
  3. interpret and improve upon both instructor and peer feedback on a written assignment.
ESL 230 - Preparation for Academic ESL Listening and Speaking    ( Hours )
This noncredit course in Academic ESL Listening and Speaking is part of a 3-course noncredit Certificate of Competency in Preparation for College ESL, which serves as preparation for ESL 110A, the first course in our credit sequence. Students who take this course may not have the necessary language proficiency in English or be ready for the academic rigor of our college credit ESL program. Students will gain listening comprehension skills, oral fluency, study skills, computer literacy, and become familiar with U.S. college classroom culture. This course is free and may be repeated until mastery in the skill is met. Recommendation to take the course will be through ESL placement process. May be taken concurrently with ESL 210 and ESL 220.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Listening: Comprehend nonfiction reports and interviews and respond appropriately in quizzes and small group activities.
  2. Speaking: Express ideas fluently, accurately, and appropriately at a high-beginning level of English during role plays, group discussions and short presentations.
  3. Computer Literacy: Navigate Canvas to watch videos and listen to audio recordings, as well as to complete and submit homework online.
  4. Classroom Culture/Study Skills: Understand basic oral instructions during class time, ask for clarification during lectures and conversations, and ask for information and assistance from classmates, instructors, tutors, and other college staff.
ESL 240A - Low Intermediate Reading, Writing, and Grammar    ( Hours )
A comprehensive review of basic sentence types; short writing assignments; reading fiction and nonfiction; reinforces fluency in reading, writing, and grammar. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ESL credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. produce an on-topic in-class writing of at least 200 words with level-appropriate grammar and usage;
  2. write factually correct and easy-to-understand sentences to answer questions about an article;
  3. demonstrate correct use of grammar studied in class.
ESL 240B - Intermediate Reading, Writing, and Grammar    ( Hours )
Logical paragraph development; reading both fiction and nonfiction; emphasis on the development of vocabulary and grammatical structures of written English. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. produce an on-topic in-class writing of at least 250 words with level-appropriate grammar and usage;
  2. write factually correct and easy-to-understand sentences to answer questions about a level-appropriate article;
  3. demonstrate correct use of grammar studied in class.
ESL 242A - Low Intermediate Listening and Speaking    ( Hours )
This is a noncredit course in ESL Listening and Speaking at the Low Intermediate Level. Students will gain listening comprehension skills, oral fluency, study skills, and be introduced to Chabot College services and activities. This course is free and may be repeated until mastery in the skill is met. Recommendation to take the course concurrently with ESL 110A. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Listening: Comprehend spoken American English at a low intermediate ESL level.
  2. Speaking: Express ideas fluently, accurately, and appropriately at a low-intermediate level of English.
  3. Department Knowledge: Students are familiar with the ESL program’s classes, sequence, and certificates.
  4. College Success: Students are aware of and know how to access college services.
ESL 242B - Intermediate Listening and Speaking    ( Hours )
This is a noncredit course in ESL Listening and Speaking at the Intermediate Level. Students will gain listening comprehension skills, oral fluency, study skills, and familiarity with Chabot College certificates, degrees and services. This course is free and may be repeated until mastery in the skill is met. Recommendation to take the course concurrently with ESL 110B. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Listening: Comprehend and respond appropriately to spoken American English at an intermediate ESL level.
  2. Speaking: Express ideas fluently, accurately, and appropriately at an intermediate level of English.
  3. College Programs: Students are familiar with degree and certificate programs at Chabot College.
  4. Student Services: Students know how to find and use college financial aid resources and funding opportunities.
ESYS 201 - Electronic Project Prototyping    ( Hours )
Development and prototyping of student-selected electronic projects. Automated design tools, automated and hand fabrication and electronic assembly techniques, measurement and evaluation of prototypes.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. The student will utilize hand, power, and automated fabrication tools to create a prototype of a student-selected project.
ESYS 202 - Electronic Circuit Calculations and Analysis    ( Hours )
Application of algebraic and trigonometric calculations and formulas applied to electronic circuit examples. Digital logic applied to combinational and sequential circuits.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Student will apply algebraic formulas and electrical laws and theorems to analyze passive DC circuits.
  2. Student will apply trigonometric formulas and electrical laws and theorems to analyze passive AC circuits
  3. Student will apply digital logic functions and theorems to analyze digital logic circuits.
ESYS 203 - Electronic Circuit Measurements and Analysis    ( Hours )
Measurement and presentation of data in analog and digital circuits. Emphasis on comparison and correlation of measured data with calculated circuit analysis.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Students will perform specified AC and DC measurements in analog and digital circuits, and apply circuit analysis to validate their measurement data.
ESYS 250 - Introduction to Electronic Systems Technology    ( Hours )
Introduction to electronic systems and circuits. Overview of career opportunities and job duties with electronic systems technology. Direct current and alternating current circuits including Ohm's law and Kirchhoff's laws. Measurement and characterization of electronic systems at the block diagram level. Laboratory practice includes the proper use of standard test instruments. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ESYS 50 credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ESYS faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. describe and analyze the operation of basic electronic circuits using appropriate electronic terminology, theory, and mathematical relationships;
  2. use test and measurement equipment to perform basic voltage, current, resistance, and timing measurements on electronic circuits;
  3. build a wide range of electronic circuitry on prototyping boards for comparing and contrasting physical analysis to provide results consistent with theory analysis.
ESYS 251 - Fabrication Techniques for Electronic Systems Technology    ( Hours )
Prototype development includes sheet metal, printed circuit board layout and fabrication, connection and soldering techniques, use of hand tools, and machines in electronic fabrication. Use of computer software tools as applied to electronic fabrication. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ESYS 51 credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ESYS faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. The student will use standard software applications to document the construction and assembly of an electronic system.
  2. The student will use standard tools to perform soldering, assembly, and fabrication tasks on electronic assemblies and systems.
ESYS 254 - Analog Circuits and Semiconductor Devices    ( Hours )
Introduction to more advanced electrical/electronics circuits. Students learn the use of BJTs (bipolar junction transistors), FETs (field effect transistors), Op-Amps (integrated circuit operational amplifiers) in building electronic circuits such as power supplies, amplifiers, oscillators, and filters. Topics include biasing of amplifiers to explain how transistors are turned on; configurations of amplifiers which explain how the amps differ with current and voltage gain and classes of amplifiers which explain efficiencies of the amplifiers. Voltage regulation, active filters, oscillators, timers and modulation are also part of course content. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ESYS 54 credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ESYS faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. The student will identify op-amp circuit configurations and calculate gain and impedances for the circuit.
  2. The student will identify the terminals and basic internal construction of MOSFET transistors, and describe the operation of MOSFET switching and amplifier circuits.
ESYS 255 - IoT & Microcontroller Systems    ( Hours )
As IoT connects the world, explore its benefits, applications and challenges. Architecture, programming, application and troubleshooting of single-chip microcontroller electronic systems as well as complex programmable logic device (CPLD) electronic systems. Includes programming in VHDL, digital building blocks, number systems, Boolean algebra, combinational and sequential logic, integrated logic families, digital circuit measurement techniques and instrumentation and troubleshooting techniques. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ESYS 55 credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ESYS faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. interpret manufacturers' data sheets and reference documentation and apply principles of digital and microcontroller systems to describe the operation of a given microcontroller system.
  2. use standard test equipment, system documentation, and software program listings to measure and verify timing, inputs, and outputs of a given basic microcontroller system.
  3. build a microcontroller project that encompasses inputs and outputs, programming for repetitive function, modifying that programming for cause and effect. The project will culminate with a verbal demonstration presentation to the class and constructing an eportfolio to showcase the project on the Internet.
ESYS 257 - PLCs & Process Control Systems    ( Hours )
Programmable logic control systems; function, interrelationship, and troubleshooting of systems components. PLC input/output systems and requirements. Ladder logic and SCADA programming using basic I/O instructions, logic instructions, timers, counters, and comparison functions. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ESYS 57 credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ESYS faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. will describe the functions and operations of a process control system at the block level.
  2. will implement and troubleshoot a basic functional control system using ladder-logic programming.
  3. build a PLC project that encompasses inputs and outputs, programming for repetitive function, modifying that programming for cause and effect. The project will culminate with a verbal demonstration presentation to the class and constructing an e-portfolio to showcase the project on the Internet.
ESYS 263 - IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software    ( Hours )
Cisco Networking Academy IT Essentials course. Students will learn the internal components of a computer, assemble a computer system, install an operating system, and troubleshoot using system tools and diagnostic software. Students will also connect to the Internet and share resources in a network environment. Additional topics covered include laptops and portable devices, wireless connectivity and basic implementation skills, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), security, safety and environmental issues, applied network configuration and troubleshooting skills, and communication skills. May not receive credit if Computer Application Systems 83 has been completed. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ESYS 63 credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ESYS faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. identify the fundamental principles, components, and procedures for servicing and maintaining Personal Computer Systems, as identified by the Comp-TIA A+ certification competencies;
  2. install, perform fundamental configuration tasks, and demonstrate basic troubleshooting on the hardware and software of a Personal Computer System;
  3. configure a printer to connect to a computer as well as perform basic printer service including changing toner/ink cartridges and clear the paper path of a jammed printer.
ESYS 269 - Robotics and Industrial Control Systems    ( Hours )
Robotics fundamentals include machine design, control systems, sensors, actuators and programming. Electrical motors and controls for commercial and industrial applications. DC, stepper, 1-phase and 3-phase AC motors, including variable-frequency drives. Includes motor theory and hands-on applications. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ESYS 69 credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ESYS faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. compare and contrast actuators to effectors in robotic control systems.
  2. configure, operate, and troubleshoot DC, stepper, and AC motor systems.
  3. set up a variable frequency AC motor for acceleration, deceleration and braking.
HEAG BY50 - Balance & Yoga for the Mature Adult    ( Hours )
Designed to teach the principles of yoga and how they apply to improve balance, strength and wellness for the mature adult. Breathing exercises, relaxation and meditation techniques to lower stress and hypertension will be practiced throughout the course.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. demonstrate increased strength and fitness
  2. demonstrate greater confidence through fitness
HEAG FN50 - Functional Movement and Balance for the Mature Adult    ( Hours )
Develops balance and functional movement for the mature adult (50+years in age). Course will include nutritional information to prevent hypertension and diabetes. Course is moderate to hard in intensity. Prior to enrollment student should get physician's OK to exercise.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. describe the relationship between body composition and personal health, fitness and wellness;
  2. demonstrate stable postural movements
HEAG FW50 - Fitness Walks for the Mature Adult    ( Hours )
This course is designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and overall wellness in the mature adult. Students will actively walk and hike in the surrounding community to improve their overall health and well being.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Walk for a minimum of thirty minutes.
  2. Understand and apply the principles of heart rate based training to improve your overall cardiovascular fitness.
HEAG SF50 - Strength and Fitness for the Mature Adult    ( Hours )
Designed to increase the stamina, strength, and metabolism in the mature adult. Course will focus on adult type II diabetes prevention.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Demonstrate and explain the physiological reasons for performing a proper warm up.
  2. Work within a group, or team, to solve problems
HEAG SW50 - Cardiovascular Swimming for the Mature Adult    ( Hours )
Designed to improve cardiovascular fitness in the older adult. Emphasis on swimming with the aerobic target heart rate training zone. Instruction will also address personal nutrition, hypertension and the prevention of adult type II diabetes.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Demonstrate and explain the physiological reasons for performing a proper warm up.
  2. Work within a group, or team, to solve problems
HEAG WA50 - Introduction to Fitness Walking for the Older Adult    ( Hours )
Intended for older students of all fitness levels who would like to improve their health and well being through walking. Walking routes begin on campus and explore a multitude of nearby parks and trails. Topics to be discussed include: fitness and health assessment, equipment and safety, walking techniques, motivation, nutrition basics, program design and evaluation, volkssporting and more.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Work within a group, or team, to solve problems
  2. Demonstrate and explain the physiological reasons for performing a proper warm up.
HEAG WE50 - Resistance Training for Bone Density for the Mature Adult    ( Hours )
Designed to teach the basic elements of resistance training and wellness to older adult. Technique and nutritional information to improve bone density and metabolism will be emphasized.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. explain the physiological principles of weight training and how they improve bone density and metabolism;
  2. demonstrate care and safety procedures when using equipment;
INDT 201 - Makerspace Project Prototyping    ( Hours )
Development and prototyping of student-selected projects. Automated design tools, automated and hand fabrication and assembly techniques, measurement and evaluation of prototype.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. The student will utilize hand, power, and automated fabrication tools to create a prototype of a student-selected project.
LNSK 217 - Reading    ( Hours )
Reading to develop decoding, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. Use of specialized developed with students with specific learning disabilities in mind. Includes reading comprehension strategies, and vocabulary development in preparation for college level English courses.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Ability to articulate and demonstrate appropriate reading strategies based on genre and learning style
  2. Ability to visually recognize and pronounce new and familiar words using a multi-sensory approach
  3. Write a formal academic summary
  4. Improve spelling
  5. Increase reading comprehension
  6. Increase reading vocabulary?
LNSK 219 - Mathematics    ( Hours )
Preparation for basic arithmetic and problem solving for success in college level math for students with learning disabilities. Emphasis on quantitative reasoning abilities needed to process and integrate word problems and related problem solving tasks. Designed for students with identified learning disabilities.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Increase ability to perform basic arithmetic and calculation functions;
  2. increase ability to problem solve basic arithmetic word problems;
  3. develop understanding of basic fraction and algebra concepts;
  4. use real world examples to connect math concepts to daily life (ie. checkbook; credit card).
MTH 204 - Prealgebra    ( Hours )
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in Preparation for Statistics and Liberal Arts Math. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want some more mathematics preparation before transitioning to college-level math. This course covers the same content as MTH 204A, 204B, 204C, and 204D combined: Whole numbers, integers, rational and decimal numbers, percent, geometry, graphing, and problem solving.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. critically analyze mathematical problems using a logical methodology;
  2. communicate mathematical ideas, understand definitions, and interpret concepts;
  3. increase confidence in understanding mathematical concepts, communicating ideas and thinking analytically.
MTH 204A - Prealgebra with Whole Numbers    ( Hours )
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in Prealgebra. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want some more mathematics preparation before transitioning to college-level math. This course covers a review of arithmetic on whole numbers, place value, and rounding, as well as an introduction to algebraic concepts.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Communicate mathematical ideas, understand definitions, and interpret concepts.
  2. Increase confidence in understanding mathematical concepts, communicating ideas and thinking analytically.
  3. Critically analyze mathematical problems using a logical methodology.
MTH 204B - Prealgebra with Integers    ( Hours )
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in Prealgebra. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want some more mathematics preparation before transitioning to college-level math. This course covers an introduction to algebraic concepts, including arithmetic on signed numbers, algebraic expressions, and linear equations.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Critically analyze mathematical problems using a logical methodology.
  2. Communicate mathematical ideas, understand definitions, and interpret concepts.
  3. Increase confidence in understanding mathematical concepts, communicating ideas and thinking analytically.
MTH 204C - Prealgebra with Rational and Decimal Numbers    ( Hours )
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in Prealgebra. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want some more mathematics preparation before transitioning to college-level math. This course covers fractions, decimals, and percentages and extends algebraic concepts to include rational and decimal numbers.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Critically analyze mathematical problems using a logical methodology.
  2. Communicate mathematical ideas, understand definitions, and interpret concepts.
  3. Increase confidence in understanding mathematical concepts, communicating ideas and thinking analytically.
MTH 204D - Prealgebra Problem Solving    ( Hours )
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in Prealgebra. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want some more mathematics preparation before transitioning to college-level math. This course extends prealgebra techniques to solve multi-step application problems. Emphasis is placed on applying problem solving techniques to solve geometric and financial problems. This course also introduces to the Cartesian plane, graphing, and linear functions.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Critically analyze mathematical problems using a logical methodology.
  2. Communicate mathematical ideas, understand definitions, and interpret concepts.
  3. Increase confidence in understanding mathematical concepts, communicating ideas and thinking analytically.
MTH 210 - Math Jam for Business and STEM Mathematics Pathway    ( Hours )
Review of algebra and study skills required for success in transfer-level mathematics. This course is intended to prepare students for coursework in the Business and STEM pathways.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Increase confidence in understanding mathematical concepts, communicating ideas, and thinking analytically.
MTH 220 - Math Jam for Statistics and Liberal Arts Mathematics Pathway    ( Hours )
This noncredit course reviews algebra and study skills required for success in transfer-level mathematics. This course is intended to prepare students for coursework in the Statistics and Liberal Arts Mathematics pathway (non-STEM majors). If you need a refresher on algebra or you want to get a jump-start on your next math class, this course is for you!
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Increase confidence in understanding mathematical concepts, communicating ideas, and thinking analytically.
MTH 231W - Noncredit College Algebra Workshop    ( Hours )
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in preparation for Business and STEM Math. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want some more mathematics preparation before transitioning to college-level math. This course includes laboratory, study group, collaborative workshop, or computer laboratory time for College Algebra.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Increase confidence in understanding mathematical concepts, communicating ideas and thinking analytically.
MTH 243W - Noncredit Introduction To Probability and Statistics Workshop    ( Hours )
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in preparation for Statistics and Liberal Arts Math. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills are met. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college-level math coursework, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want additional support while completing MTH 43. This course consists of laboratory, study group, collaborative workshop or computer laboratory time for Introduction To Probability and Statistics, including review of prerequisite skills.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Increase confidence in understanding mathematical concepts, communicating ideas and thinking analytically.
MTH 247W - Noncredit Mathematics for Liberal Arts Workshop    ( Hours )
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in Statistics and Liberal Arts Math. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want some more mathematics preparation before transitioning to college-level math. Laboratory, study group, collaborative workshop or computer laboratory time for Mathematics for Liberal Arts.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Increase confidence in understanding mathematical concepts, communicating ideas, and thinking analytically.
MTH 253 - Noncredit Applied Algebra and Data Analysis    ( Hours )
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in Preparation for College Mathematics for the Statistics and Liberal Arts pathway. This course is free and is intended to prepare students for the rigor of college-level mathematics coursework required in non-STEM fields. Students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course covers the same content as MTH 53 Applied Algebra and Data Analysis. Students who are transitioning to college, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while may prefer to take the noncredit MTH 253 instead of MTH 53 since it is free and may be repeated. This course covers equations and formulas; linear, exponential, logarithmic functions; measurement and conversion of units; exponents and scientific notation; introduction to descriptive statistics including graphical methods; introduction to probability. This course is intended for students who are following the Statistics and Liberal Arts Mathematics pathway.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Critically analyze mathematical problems using a logical methodology.
  2. Communicate mathematical ideas, understand definitions, and interpret concepts.
  3. Increase confidence in understanding mathematical concepts, communicating ideas, and thinking analytically.
MTH 255 - Noncredit Intermediate Algebra    ( Hours )
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in Preparation for College Mathematics for the Business and STEM pathway. This course is free and is intended to prepare students for the rigor of college-level mathematics coursework required in STEM fields. Students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course covers the same content as MTH 55 Intermediate Algebra. Students who are transitioning to college, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while may prefer to take the noncredit MTH 255 instead of MTH 55 since it is free and may be repeated. This course covers topics of Intermediate Algebra, such as quadratic equations, parabolas and circles, functions and their graphs, systems of equations, radical equations, as well as exponential and logarithmic functions and equations. This is a great class for students interested in the Business or STEM fields who want some more preparation before transitioning to college-level math.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Critically analyze mathematical problems using a logical methodology.
  2. Communicate mathematical ideas, understand definitions, and interpret concepts.
  3. Increase confidence in understanding mathematical concepts, communicating ideas and thinking analytically.
MUSP 213 - Wind Band Performance for Mature Adults    ( Hours )
Instrumental ensemble performance of new repertoire each semester designed for the mature adult (50 +) seeking study in the wind band setting. Enrollment subject to a standardized audition demonstrating musical ability and technical proficiency at a level suitable to the course level. This course is designed to improve artistic ability of mature adults 50 + years of age or older.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. Publicly perform ensemble literature demonstrating appropriate musical skills/ability in accordance with the assessed skill level.
NUTR 204 - Mother and Childhood Nutrition    ( Hours )
Child nutrition issues, from newborn through toddlerhood, to teenager. Methods to encourage positive eating behaviors that promote short and long-term health and prevention of chronic diseases. Topics include basic nutrition principles, breastfeeding, child nutrition, planning healthy meals and snacks, food allergies, food safety, physical activity for children, childhood obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer and life expectancy. This is a free of charge, non-credit course with same course content as Nutrition 4, which is a 3-unit credit course. Non-credit courses can be repeated multiple times free of charge to help the student gain mastery of course content.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. compare how growth patterns from birth through childhood affect nutritional needs and eating behaviors;
  2. apply nutrition knowledge to plan and create simple and healthy meals and snacks;
  3. assess dietary adequacy to decrease the risk for preventable, chronic diseases, and promote health.
TUTR 200 - Supervised Tutoring    ( Hours )
Provides individual learning opportunities for students with expressed needs. Includes study strategies, learning modes, and developmental materials. All learning experiences will be under instructional supervision. Course is repeatable and offered free of charge.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
  1. demonstrate improved understanding of their course subject matter.
  2. apply learned study habits to independent school work.