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Please use the links in the left-hand navigation menu under “Courses” to find information on a specific course.
Course Numbering System
050 - 069 Selected Topics: Special Interest - Courses designed to meet particular community requests or interests. May be offered for two semesters on an experimental basis. Not intended for transfer.
070 - 079 Special Interest - Courses designed for students interested in personal improvement, physical fitness or pursing a hobby. Not intended for transfer.
080 - 099 Developmental - Courses which provide basic knowledge and skills. These course are usually found in areas such as English, mathematics, or other areas which may be considered as support for academic achievement. Not intended for transfer.
100 - 199 First Year Level Courses - Courses designed for transfer, with the exception of selected courses within some vocational programs.
200 - 299 Second Year Level Courses (excluding 280 & 290) - Courses designed for transfer, with the exception of selected courses within some vocational programs.
280* Selected Topics Courses: Non-Vocational - Selected topics will be offered in all subject areas when there is sufficient interest. Selected topics can be in the form of a class or an individual project.
290 Special Project Courses: Vocational - Courses in this category are designed to meet the specialized vocational needs of in-service students in a specific subject area. Selected topics can be in the form of a class or an individual project.
Common Course Numbering System
The Common Course Numbering (CCN) System is a state-mandated initiative (AB1111) aimed at simplifying student transfer and ensuring uniformity in course numbers across California Community Colleges. Starting Fall 2025, PVC will switch to a new course numbering system. This new system, called the Common Course Numbering (CCN) system, will use the following structure:
- Subject: Four letter abbreviation (e.g., ENGL for English).
- Course Type Identifier: C= Common Course Number; local courses would not have a C; and
- Course Number: Standardized 4-digit course identification.
C1000-C1999 = 100 level course
C2000-C2999 = 200 level course
Below are the courses included in Phase 1, Effective Fall 2025.
| Current Course |
Course Title |
CCN Course |
CCN Course Title |
| SPE 102 |
Public Speaking |
COMM C1000 |
Introduction to Public Speaking |
| MAT 106 |
Statistics |
STAT C1000 |
Introduction to Statistics |
| POS 145 |
American Political Institution |
POLS C1000 |
American Government |
| PSY 101 |
General Psychology |
PSYC C1000 |
Introduction to Psychology |
| ENG 100 |
College Composition |
ENGL C1000 |
Academic Reading and Writing |
| ENG 103 |
Critical Thinking and English Composition |
ENGL C1001 |
Critical Thinking and Writing |
The notation CSU means the course will transfer to the 23 campuses of the California State University. The notation UC means the course will transfer to the 10 campuses of the University of California.
The notation IGETC means the course will fulfill the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum.
C-ID is a supra numbering system being developed to ease transfer and articulation in California’s higher education institutions. To learn more about C-ID, please visit https://c-id.net/about-us
*Please note that the granting of transfer credit for courses in this category is contingent upon a review of the course outline by the UC campus.
Student Learning Outcomes
The Student Learning Outcomes for each course are available on the course tabs or online at www.pvc.elumenapp.com/pu
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