Common Course Numbering
What is Common Course Numbering?
The Common Course Numbering (CCN) system provides a streamlined and consistent approach to course numbers and titles across California Community College systems.
Using Common Course Numbering
Using Common Course Numbering is simple. In some instances, depending on the computer system you're using, you may still see the original numbers. It is also important to note that all Common Course Numbers have the letter "C"—which designates it as a CCN. There are no longer "C" and "F" designations to indicate the campus where the course is taught. Note that the highlighted courses have completely new prefixes.
Cypress College Courses
| Original Course Number | Common Course Number |
|---|---|
| COMM 100 C Human Communication | COMM C1000 Introduction to Public Speaking |
| COMM 100HC Honors Human Communication | COMM C1000H Intro to Public Speaking – Honors |
| ENGL 100 C College Writing | ENGL C1000 Academic Reading & Writing |
| ENGL 101 C Enhanced College Writing | ENGL C1000E Academic Reading & Writing |
| ENGL 100HC Honors College Writing | ENGL C1000H Academic Reading & Writing – Honors |
| ENGL 103 C Critical Reasoning & Writing | ENGL C1001 Critical Thinking & Writing |
| ENGL 103HC Honors Critical Reason Writing | ENGL C1001H Critical Thinking & Writing – Honors |
| POSC 100 C United States Government | POLS C1000 American Government & Politics |
| POSC 100HC Honors U.S. Government | POLS C1000H American Government & Politics – Honors |
| PSY 101 C Introduction to Psychology | PSYC C1000 Introduction to Psychology |
| PSY 101HC Honors Intro to Psychology | PSYC C1000H Introduction to Psychology – Honors |
| MATH 120 C Intro Probability Statistics | STAT C1000 Introduction to Statistics |
Fullerton College Courses
| Original Course Number | Common Course Number |
|---|---|
| COMM 100 F Public Speaking | COMM C1000 Introduction to Pubic Speaking |
| ENGL 100 F College Writing | ENGL C1000 Academic Reading & Writing |
| ENGL 101 F Enhanced College Writing | ENGL C1000E Academic Reading & Writing |
| ENGL 100HF Honors College Writing | ENGL C1000H Academic Reading & Writing – Honors |
| ENGL 103 F Critical Reasoning & Writing | ENGL C1001 Critical Thinking & Writing |
| ENGL 103HF Honors Critical Reasoning & Writing | ENGL C1001H Critical Thinking & Writing – Honors |
| POSC 100 F American Government | POLS C1000 American Government & Politics |
| POSC 100HF Honors American Government | POLS C1000H American Gov. & Politics – Honors |
| PSY 101 F General Psychology | PSYC C1000 Introduction to Psychology |
| PSY 101HF Honors General Psychology | PSYC C1000H Intro to Psychology – Honors |
| MATH 120 F Introductory Probability & Statistics | STAT C1000 Introduction to Statistics |
| MATH 121 F Introductory Probability & Statistics with Support | STAT C1000E Introduction to Statistics |
| MATH 120HF Honors Introductory Probability & Statistics | STAT C1000H Introduction to Statistics – Honors |
Resources
For questions or concerns regarding the Common Course Numbering Project contact Transfer@CCCCO.edu.
Why is Common Course Numbering being introduced?
The primary purpose of CCN is to create a student-friendly system for course registration and credit transfers. By standardizing course numbers and titles across California Community Colleges, CCN reduces confusion, supports academic planning, and enables smooth transitions between colleges and universities.
When does Common Course Numbering begin?
You’ll first begin to see Common Course Numbering when the schedule of classes is released in early April 2025. The first semester for implementation is Fall 2025. Students who take classes in the Fall 2025 will be registered in courses with the common designations.
Who is Common Course Numbering for?
Common Course Numbering is for all students enrolled across California’s public systems of higher education. The CCN implementation begins with a small group of courses, so not all students will immediately notice the change in course numbering.
How will Common Course Numbering benefit the student experience?
As noted, Common Course Numbering will simplify the process for students to take — and earn credit for — classes at multiple institutions and foster easier transfer from the California Community Colleges to University of California and California State University campuses. In addition to simplified transfer and reduced redundancy, Common Course Numbering also clarifies course progression to streamline the process of earning degrees.
It is important to note that this is Phase I of Common Course Numbering implementation. Additional courses will be added in subsequent academic years to expand the program. Not all of our computer and registration systems are currently capable of displaying Common Course Numbering. As a result, in some places, the original numbers may still appear. Refer above for details.
For courses to be part of the CCN system, they must first be formally submitted following the appropriate vocabulary and information requirements.