IVC Offers New Daytime Electronics 101

for Spring 2008

 December 18, 2007    

     IRVINE, CA – Irvine Valley College is now offering a daytime offering of Electronics 101 for students interested in studying basic electronic principles, components and terminology and their practical application in such areas as radio, television, computer, household and automotive electronics.  This course transferable to CSU’s will be offered Thursday’s from 9 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. followed by a lab from 11:30 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.  This class will fulfill the general education requirement for an AA or AS degree in the personal and practical resources category.  No previous knowledge of electronics is necessary.  This course introduces students to electricity and electronics to those with no previous knowledge or background in the field.  This introductory course is ideal for students wishing to explore the field of electricity and electronics as a possible career choice.  It includes lecture as well as practical hands-on laboratory instruction.  It introduces the basic concepts, terminology, and symbology of electricity and electronics.  It covers the principles and historical foundation of modern technology.  Students will study how modern technological devices like computers, cell phones, digital cameras, and medical monitors work.

     "This is an exciting course with application for everyday living or as an introduction to a career in electronics.  I would particularly like to see more women in this area of study,"said Dixie Bullock, Acting Dean, School of Mathematics, Computer Sciences and Engineering.

     Students can call or email Ray Chandos, Professor in Electrical and Electronic Technology at (949) 451-5314 or rchandos@ivc.edu or Website http://www.ivc.edu/electrician,or the instructor, Eugene Evancoe, eevancoe@saddleback.edu or (949)582-4879.

     Irvine Valley College was recently recognized as “Orange County’s #1 transfer-rate college” and ranked #3 among all California community colleges.  Spring semester classes begin January 14 and daytime, evening, and online classes are currently available.

     Register online at www.ivc.edu or call for more information at (949) 451-5100.  Classes are $20 per unit.  Spring classes begin January 14 and continue through May 22, 2008.  The first 8-week session runs January 14 through March 23.  The second 8-week session runs March 24 through May 22, 2008.  IVC offers small class size and financial aid for students who qualify.    Irvine Valley College is located at 5500 Irvine Center Drive, on the corner of Jeffery Road and Irvine Center Drive in Irvine.