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2024-2025 University Catalog

Physics, General Physics, B.S. in Applied Arts and Sciences

(Major Code 19021) (SIMS Code: 777701)

All candidates for a degree in applied arts and sciences must complete the graduation requirements listed in the section of this catalog on “Graduation Requirements .” A master plan of the courses taken to fulfill the major must be approved by the undergraduate adviser.

A minor is not required with this major.

Basic Requirements for all Students

Preparation for the Major

(29 units)

Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement

Completing one of the approved upper division writing courses (W) with a grade of C (2.0) or better. See “Graduation Requirements ” section for a complete listing of requirements.

Major

A minimum of 46 upper division units to include

General Physics

Nine units of elective coursework in physics or related areas. Electives must be approved by the Physics department undergraduate adviser.