Meaning of the word "course credit" in English

What does "course credit" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

course credit

US /kɔrs ˈkrɛdɪt/
UK /kɔːs ˈkrɛdɪt/

Noun

a unit of measurement for academic work, typically representing a certain number of hours of instruction and study in a course

Example:
You need 120 course credits to graduate from this university.
The summer program offers three course credits.