UCTP Physics

Required Core (54 units)

Course Number Course Title Units C-ID Descriptor
CHEM 001A Organic Chemistry 5 units CHEM 120S
CHEM 001B Organic Chemistry 5 units CHEM 120S
PHYS 004A Engineering Physics – Mechanics 5 units PHYS 205
PHYS 004B Engineering Physics – Electricity & Magnetism 5 units PHYS 210
PHYS 004C Engineering Physics – Light, Heat & Waves 5 units PHYS 215
MATH 003A/H Calculus & Analytical Geometry/Honors 5 units MATH 210
MATH 003B/H Calculus & Analytical Geometry/Honors 5 units MATH 220
MATH 004A Intermediate Calculus 5 units MATH 230
MATH 004B Differential Equations 4 units MATH 240
MATH 004C Linear Algebra 4 units MATH 250

IGETC Requirements: 16-20 units

Note: The current IGETC requirements are modified for this degree; Only these requirements need to be completed to earn the Associate in Science in Chemistry for UC Transfer. Remaining may need to be completed upon transfer. Refer to the IGETC Worksheet for specific course options.

IGETC Area Code IGETC Area Title Units
Area 1A English Composition – ENGL 001A 3 units
Area 1B Critical Thinking 3 units
Area 3 Arts & Humanities 3 units
Area 4 Social & Behavioral Science 3 units
Area 5B Biological Science (4 units) 4 units
Area 6 Language Other than English 0-4 units

Major Requirements: 54 units

IGETC Requirements: 16-20 units

Total Degree Units: 70-74 units

The Associate in Sciences for UC Transfer (UCTP) is intended for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a UC campus. Students completing this degree:

  • Will earn an Associate’s Degree from West Valley College
  • Will be prepared to start upper division coursework at the UC
  • Should be able to graduate within two years at full time status
  • Is guaranteed admission to the UC system with a minimum 3.5 GPA

Important Notes

  • Completion of major courses, IGETC requirements, and a minimum of 60 semester units with an overall GPA of at least 2.0 is a minimum requirement to earn this degree.
  • While the minimum of a 2.0 GPA is required to earn this degree, some UCs may require a higher GPA to be competitive. Please consult with a counselor for more information.
Last Updated 9/27/21