The Associate in Science in Physics for UC Transfer Pathway (AS-UCTP in Physics) is a 64-68 unit program that provides students with the lower division coursework required for transfer to a UC institution for the major in Physics. Students must complete the following requirements: 1. 64-68 semester or 96-102 quarter UC-transferable units; 2. the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern; a minimum of 18 semester or 27 quarter units in the major or area of emphasis as determined by the community college district; 3. obtainment of a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.5; 4. earn a grade of B or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.
Major Core Requirements (48 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM001A | General Chemistry | 5 units |
| CHEM001B | General Chemistry | 5 units |
| PHYS004A | Engineering Physics - Mechanics | 5 units |
| PHYS004B | Engineering Physics - Electricity and Magnetism | 5 units |
| PHYS004C | Engineering Physics - Light, Heat, and Waves | 5 units |
| Select one: MATH003A MATH003AH | Calculus and Analytical Geometry Honors Calculus and Analytical Geometry | 5 units 5 units |
| Select one: MATH003B MATH003BH | Calculus and Analytical Geometry Honors Calculus and Analytical Geometry | 5 units 5 units |
| MATH004A | Intermediate Calculus | 5 units |
| MATH004B | Differential Equations | 4 units |
| MATH004C | Linear Algebra | 4 units |
Total Major Units: 48 units
To be awarded an Associate Degree for UC Transfer, a student must:
- Achieve a grade of “C” or better in the major requirements.
- Complete the 16-20 units of required IGETC General Education courses listed in the catalog for this program. The remaining IGETC General Education courses can be completed at the transfer University of California campus.
- Total degree units: 64-68
Have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all UC-transferable work. Students are required to complete the degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 in UC transferable coursework to obtain a guarantee of admission to the University of California system.