The Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education is designed to prepare leaders for programs serving all children between infancy and eight years of age. The purpose of this 36-credit online program is to provide candidates with a conceptual framework and the skills, knowledge, and attitudes that will enable them to be visionary and reflective leaders and agents of change for the field.  They work effectively in their roles as program leaders, administrators, and advocates focused on advancing social justice, educational equity and access for all. 

While the focus is on the development of leadership skills, the program also includes coursework in advanced child development and learning, curriculum and pedagogy, and culturally responsive practices with young children and their families. The culminating activity is a research-based project or product of practical use in their own settings.

Students collaborate with faculty and colleagues to examine and influence current educational practice through research, project development, and advocacy. Students need not possess a teaching credential or child development permit; they may prepare for leadership and advocacy positions in a variety of settings.

Students must maintain a 3.00 grade point average or better in all coursework while in the approved M.A. program as well as in all coursework taken subsequent to admission in conditionally classified standing. The total number of units required for the program is 36, not including a prerequisite three-credit course in child development (ages birth-to-eight or birth-to-twelve).

For more information about the M.A. in Early Childhood Education, contact the Early Childhood Education Program Advisor, Dr. Charles Elster at charles.elster@sonoma.edu.

Admission Requirements

The general requirements for admission to graduate and post-baccalaureate studies at a California State University campus are in accordance with university regulations as well as the California Code of Regulations.  Specifically, a student shall:

• have completed a four-year college course of study and hold an acceptable baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited by a regional accrediting association, or shall have completed equivalent academic preparation as determined by appropriate campus authorities;
• be in good academic standing at the last college or university attended;
• have attained a grade point average of ≥ 2.50 (A=4.00) in the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units attempted; and
• satisfactorily meet the professional, personal, scholastic, and other standards for graduate study, including qualifying examinations, as appropriate campus authorities may prescribe.

In unusual circumstances, exceptions may be made to these criteria.

Applicants who completed undergraduate degree requirements and graduated the preceding term are also required to complete and submit an application and a $55 nonrefundable application fee. Further, to be considered for admissions, students must have completed and been awarded their undergraduate degree by the end of the spring term for fall applicants and by the end of the fall term for spring applicants.

Applicants must also meet program-specific requirements.  Criteria include:

• B.A. or B.S., preferably in early childhood or related field;
• One official transcript from each college or university attended;
• GPA of ≥ 3.0 cumulative upper division/graduate coursework;
• One 3-unit college-level course in child development (Birth-to-age 8 or age 12)
• At least 45 verifiable hours of teaching/volunteering in an early childhood setting
• Two (2) letters of recommendation (not more than a year old)
• A completed MA-ECE Application Form;
• A narrative statement of approximately 750 words, in which you answer the questions listed in the application;
• Documentation of Admission or Application to Sonoma State University;

After the application has been received, an in-person or video conference interview may be required before the admission decision is made.

Please note that applicants to the MA-ECE program is dependent on acceptance to Sonoma State University. Please complete the graduate application for admission to Sonoma State University at CALSTATE APPLY. 

Application Period. Applications are for the Fall Semester only and are accepted Oct 1st – Jan 31st, unless otherwise noted. For more information and the Early Childhood Education Masters application, visit the Early Childhood Studies How to Apply page.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes describe what graduates should be able to do after completing the program. These measures highlight the knowledge, skills, and dispositions all students are expected to have upon graduating from a specific program.

PLO 1: Child Development and Learning. Graduates use knowledge of development and learning as a foundation by which to effectively meet the needs of children, families, children, programs, and communities. (Blooms Cognitive “Applying” domain)

PLO 2: Families, Culture and Inclusivity. Graduates create partnerships designed to foster high quality, culturally responsive, inclusive, and just programs for young children and their families.  (Blooms Cognitive “Creating” domain)

PLO 3: Curriculum and Pedagogy. Curriculum and Pedagogy. Graduates evaluate program and practitioner use of developmentally and culturally appropriate practices to ensure that curriculum, pedagogical practices, and program policies reflect current family and community change over time, and positively influence the development and learning of each and every child. (Blooms Cognitive “Evaluating” domain). (Blooms Cognitive “Evaluating” domain)

PLO 4: Visionary Leadership for Social Justice. Graduates demonstrate through their work and actions their commitment to ethical and professional practices and socially just policies and programs for young children and their families.  Blooms Affective “Internalizing Values” Domain)

PLO 5: Program Administration and Supervision. Graduates identify as critically reflective and caring early childhood program administrators and supervisors who advance social justice and educational equity and access.  (Blooms Affective “Organization” Domain) 

PLO 6: Policy and Advocacy.  Graduates design and implement advocacy strategies and policies for young children, their families and communities. (Blooms Cognitive “Creating” Domain)

PLO 7: Research Paradigms.  Graduates summarize current research to inform and guide practices and projects designed to meet community need. (Blooms Cognitive “Analyzing” domain)

Required Courses

In addition to the following required courses, a three (3) credit pre-requisite course in child development (birth to eight or birth to twelve) is required. 

• EDEC 531 - Play and its Role in Development and Learning Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 532 - Social and Emotional Development Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 535 - The Visionary Leader in ECE Programs Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 536 - Policy and Advocacy for Early Childhood Professionals Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 537 - Administration and Supervision in Early Childhood Education Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 538 - Children’s Thinking and STEM Experiences Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 539 - Families, Culture, and Inclusivity Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 540 - Infant and Toddler Development Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 541 - Dual Language and Early Literacy Learning Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 542 - Advanced Field Experience Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 571 - Research Paradigms in Early Childhood Education Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 572 - Capstone Project Unit(s): 3

Advising Plan for Students Entering in Odd Years

Year One

Summer

• EDEC 531 - Play and its Role in Development and Learning Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 535 - The Visionary Leader in ECE Programs Unit(s): 3

Fall

• EDEC 532 - Social and Emotional Development Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 539 - Families, Culture, and Inclusivity Unit(s): 3

Spring

• EDEC 538 - Children’s Thinking and STEM Experiences Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 542 - Advanced Field Experience Unit(s): 3

Year Two

Summer

• EDEC 537 - Administration and Supervision in Early Childhood Education Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 540 - Infant and Toddler Development Unit(s): 3

Fall

• EDEC 536 - Policy and Advocacy for Early Childhood Professionals Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 571 - Research Paradigms in Early Childhood Education Unit(s): 3

Spring

• EDEC 541 - Dual Language and Early Literacy Learning Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 572 - Capstone Project Unit(s): 3

Advising Plan for Students Entering in Even Years

Year One

Summer

• EDEC 537 - Administration and Supervision in Early Childhood Education Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 540 - Infant and Toddler Development Unit(s): 3

Fall

• EDEC 536 - Policy and Advocacy for Early Childhood Professionals Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 571 - Research Paradigms in Early Childhood Education Unit(s): 3

Spring

• EDEC 541 - Dual Language and Early Literacy Learning Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 542 - Advanced Field Experience Unit(s): 3

Year Two

Summer

• EDEC 531 - Play and its Role in Development and Learning Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 535 - The Visionary Leader in ECE Programs Unit(s): 3

Fall

• EDEC 532 - Social and Emotional Development Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 539 - Families, Culture, and Inclusivity Unit(s): 3

Spring

• EDEC 538 - Children’s Thinking and STEM Experiences Unit(s): 3
• EDEC 572 - Capstone Project Unit(s): 3

The Master of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Sonoma State University is a graduate program focused on the interconnection between electrical engineering hardware and computer science software. The 32-unit curriculum blends relevant academic coursework with practical engineering experience, thereby addressing the evolving demands upon engineering in our progressively technology-driven world. The program is recognized as a Professional Science Masters (PSM) program by the Council of Graduate Schools.

The Master of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering program emphasizes the application of Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science and/or Electrical Sciences fields to the design, analysis and synthesis of engineering problem solutions, exposes the student to management training and provides practical real-world experience through internships and graduate seminars. The Electrical and Computer Engineering faculty is composed of professors from Sonoma State University, whose interests traverse the fields of science and engineering, as well as professionals from the local community who have cutting-edge expertise in the various engineering disciplines of interest and are qualified to be adjunct faculty at SSU. A linkage with local industry in the form of an Industry Advisory Board (IAB) is an integral part of the program. Such an advisory board is critical to ensure the Program meets local community needs. The IAB provides the program with valuable input regarding the new scientific and technological developments and educational needs of the industry. It also facilitates internship opportunities for students, joint student research/project development and supervision, faculty-scientists/engineers joint project opportunities, equipment and financial support from the industries. Through this linkage of academic learning and practical application, students obtain a solid education indispensable for working in a professional environment. The Electrical and Computer Engineering, M.S. is a self-supported program that is underwritten by local industry as well as student tuition revenue.

Program Educational Objectives

• Educate and prepare students to be independent investigators;
• Educate students to be leaders in their professions; and
• Educate students to be socially responsible engineers, committed to community service.

Program Outcomes

The students of this program will acquire:

• Knowledge of the theory of high-performance computing, communications and/or networking (and bioengineering in case of Bioengineering Track);
• Critical thinking ability and analytical and simulation tools to do system performance evaluation;
• Ability to model and analyze scientific and engineering problems.
• Ability to apply theory to design and to implement efficient computing and/or communications systems.
• Ability to integrate knowledge from multiple interrelated disciplines to formulate, design, and/or implement interdisciplinary projects;
• Ability to investigate and formulate research problems and/or design projects independently; and
• Ability to demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.

Admission to the Program

For admission, the applicant must have:

1. A baccalaureate degree in a scientific or technical discipline from an U.S. institution accredited by an appropriate accreditation body, or an equivalent baccalaureate degree from a foreign institution of high reputation;
2. Attained grade point average of at least 2.6 (A=4.00) in the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units attempted;
3. TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with a minimum paper-based score of 550, minimum computer-based score of 213 or minimum internet based score of 79. Sonoma State’s ETS code is 4723. (This requirement does not apply to those applicants who have studied in the U.S for at least three consecutive years.)
4. Demonstrated competency in writing by one of the Written English Proficiency Test criteria for students given below. If this requirement is to be met by writing an essay, it should be submitted with the application for admission; and
5. Completed the following SSU courses or equivalent at the undergraduate level with a GPA of 2.6 or higher:
   • 4 semesters of Calculus (MATH 161, MATH 211, MATH 241, MATH 261 and one semester of EE 345 - Probability and Statistics for Engineers;
   • 1 semester of each of the following subjects: EE 220 - Electric Circuits, EE 221 - Electric Circuits Laboratory, EE 230 - Electronics I, EE 231 - Electronics I Laboratory, and ES 210 - Digital Circuits and Logic Design;
   • 1 semester of Programming in an approved high level Procedural Language, modeling and simulation (CS 115); and
   • EE 310 - Microprocessors and System Design 
   • EE 310L - Microprocessors & System Design Lab 

Whenever possible, the department offers highly intense and compressed courses such as ECE 490 which cover the material necessary to satisfy the prerequisite requirements in an expeditious manner. Please contact the department office for more information regarding such offerings.

Conditional Admission

The applicants whose GPA is less than 2.6 but greater than 2.5, or who lack not more than 18 units of prerequisite work (generally, 6 courses), may be accepted conditionally and must complete a program of study specified by the graduate coordinator at the time of admission before being given full admission.

Written English Proficiency Test Requirement

All students are required to demonstrate competency in written English. A student can satisfy the Written English Proficiency Test (WEPT) requirement by meeting any one of the following five criteria:

1. A student who has obtained his/her bachelor’s degree from a CSU institution will be deemed to have satisfied the WEPT requirement.
2. A student who has obtained a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree from an accredited institution(s) with English as the medium of instruction for both the degree programs will be deemed to have satisfied the WEPT requirement.
3. A student who scores at least 3.5 in the analytical writing portion of the GRE test will be deemed to have satisfied the WEPT requirement.
4. A student who takes and passes the campus WEPT test.
5. A student may write and submit an article of at least 500 words in length to demonstrate his/her writing proficiency in English. It will be evaluated by the curriculum committee for (i) competent analysis of complex ideas, (ii) development and support of main points with the relevant reasons and/or examples, (iii) organization of ideas, (iv) ease in conveying meaning with reasonable clarity, and, (v) demonstration of satisfactory control of sentence structure and language (including spelling, punctuation, and proper use of grammar). If accepted by the curriculum committee, the student will be deemed to have satisfied the WEPT requirement.

Concurrent MBA and MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering Degree Programs

The MBA and Electrical and Computer Engineering, M.S. programs can be taken concurrently, and completed in as little as 2.5 years. By achieving these two master’s degrees, students prepare themselves for careers in technology management. Students must meet all admission and graduation requirements for both programs. Some cross-listed courses may apply to the degree requirements of both programs. Please contact the department office for more information.

Degree Requirements

The program requires completion of a total of 32 semester hours.

The Culminating Experience requirement can be completed in one of two different ways, referred to as Plan A (thesis), or Plan B (design project). In addition, a student must also demonstrate that he/she has acquired proficiency in written English.

Duration of Program Completion

The entire Program requires 32 (Plan A and B) semester hours to complete. A full-time student taking 9 semester hours of average load per semester can complete the 32-unit Program in four semesters, and a working professional taking 6 semester hours of average load per semester is likely to complete this program in 6 semesters.

Student Mentoring Plan

Each student in a program is assigned a faculty advisor who helps the student develop a plan of study based on his/her interest. The faculty advisor monitors the student’s progress and addresses any difficulties that the student may be having in making satisfactory progress in the program. At an appropriate time, generally midway through the completion of the coursework, the student is advised to choose a master’s project guide, who then takes over as the student’s mentor. The role of the two mentors is to guide and prepare the student to succeed in the real world and be a leader in his/her field of work.

Culminating Experience through Thesis/Design Project/Lab and Technical Report Experience

All students are required to complete a culminating experience which may take one of the following forms:

• Research and Thesis (Plan A)
• Design Project (Plan B)

A supervisory committee is appointed for the students who choose Plan A or Plan B. A supervisory committee consists of three faculty members. One of the three members can be an adjunct faculty. A student interested in choosing Plan A or B chooses a faculty member to be his/her thesis/project supervisor. Subsequently, the faculty supervisor becomes chairman of the student’s supervisory committee. In consultation with the faculty supervisor, two other members of the committee are selected.

Under Plan A, a student chooses to do thesis research and write a thesis under the guidance of the faculty supervisor and members of the supervisory committee.

Under Plan B, a student chooses to prepare a design project focused on the design of devices, instruments, or systems. As in the case of Plan A, the project is mentored by the student’s faculty supervisor and members of the supervisory committee.

Upon approval by the student’s supervisory committee, the thesis research or design project may be carried out at the student’s place of employment under the supervision of an approved senior scientist/engineer of the company. However, an SSU faculty supervisor must oversee the research/project and regularly examine the student’s progress. It is expected but not required, that the results of the research/project will be presented in an appropriate technical conference and/or published in a relevant professional journal.

Internship Requirement

As a part of the culminating experience, each Electrical and Computer Engineering, M.S. student is required to do an internship in an industry, university, laboratory, utility company, government organization, etc. The objectives of the internship must be to gain hands-on training in dealing with and solving real-world engineering problems within the scope of the student’s plan of study, develop teamwork and presentation skills and develop an understanding of the differences in ideal and real world situations. The internship must be completed within one semester. The number of hours worked as an intern should be at least 45, preferably much more. The supervisory committee’s and graduate coordinator’s approval must be obtained before starting the internship. After completion of the internship, a report of the performed work and achievements certified by the intern’s supervisor must be submitted to the supervisory committee and department for its acceptance.

Students with industrial experience can petition for a waiver of the internship requirement. However, the petition may be considered by the student’s supervisory committee and the graduate coordinator of the Electrical and Computer Engineering, M.S. program only if the student can support the petition with proper supporting evidence that he/she fulfills this requirement based on his/her past industrial experience.

GPA Requirements

All Electrical and Computer Engineering, M.S. courses must be completed with a B- or better.

Laboratories

The program has the following eight state-of-the-art laboratories in various areas of interest located in the Cerent Engineering Sciences Complex in Salazar Hall.

• AFC Access Technologies Laboratory
• Agilent Technologies Communications Laboratory
• Rolf Illsley Photonics Laboratory
• William Keck Microanalysis Laboratory
• Networking Laboratory
• Human-Computer Interaction and Systems Laboratory
• Software Engineering Laboratory
• Electronics Laboratory

These labs provide excellent facilities to our students and faculty for hands-on experience, research, project development, implementation, and testing. Many of these labs are sponsored by the high-tech industries in the North Bay region of the San Francisco area.

Program of Study

A student’s program of study consists of the following four components: a common core, a track core, culminating experience, and technical electives. Details of these components are as follows.

Common Core Curriculum

(11 units)

• ECE 400 - Linear Systems Theory Unit(s): 3
• ECE 440 - Introduction to Networking and Network Management Unit(s): 3
• ECE 506 - Operations Management Unit(s): 3
• ECE 591 - Internship Unit(s): 1
• ECE 597 - Graduate Seminar Unit(s): 1

Culminating Experience

Research and Thesis (Plan A): 6 units of Culminating Experience
Design Project (Plan B): 3 units of Culminating Experience

Approved Technical Electives

(Plan A: 15 units; Plan B: 18 units)

Choose from the following list of courses, depending on their offering:

• ECE 430 - Photonics Unit(s): 3
• ECE 432 - Physics of Semiconductor Devices Unit(s): 3
• ECE 500 - Queuing and Transform Theory Unit(s): 3
• ECE 510 - Intelligent Systems Design Unit(s): 3
• ECE 512 - Theory of Software Systems Unit(s): 3
• ECE 514 - Data Mining Unit(s): 3
• ECE 516 - High-Performance Computing Unit(s): 3
• ECE 520 - Embedded Systems Unit(s): 3
• ECE 522 - VLSI Design Unit(s): 3
• ECE 524 - Advanced Computer Architecture Unit(s): 3
• ECE 530 - Analog and Digital Microelectronics Unit(s): 3
• ECE 532 - Advanced Photonics Devices Unit(s): 3
• ECE 540 - Digital Data Transmission Unit(s): 3
• ECE 542 - Digital Signal Processing Unit(s): 3
• ECE 543 - Optical Fiber Communications Unit(s): 3
• ECE 544 - Wireless Communication Unit(s): 3
• ECE 547 - Digital Switching:Techniques and Architectures Unit(s): 3
• ECE 552 - Network Architecture and Protocols Unit(s): 3

Music students interested in composition pursue the Bachelor of Music, Composition concentration. In addition to intense private study in composition, coursework includes technology components, an important part of music study for composers in the digital age.  The concentration attracts students who may already be using technological tools in music creation but need formal training in composition in order to be more viable as professionals and thinkers within their field. The Bachelor of Music degree with a concentration in Composition prepares students academically and professionally to pursue graduate study or work as composers. 

Program Learning Outcomes

Both Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Music students will be able to: 

• Demonstrate the ability to hear, identify, and work conceptually with the elements of music through sight-reading, keyboard proficiency, and musical analysis.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of music history within their areas of specialization and an acquaintance with the history, cultural background, and repertories beyond their areas, including a wide selection of Western and non-Western music literature.
• Demonstrate the communication skills, musical knowledge, and facility necessary to advocate for music performance and education in their communities.  

In addition, Bachelor of Music students will be able to:  

• Pursue graduate work in their areas of specialization.
• Perform standard repertoire appropriate to their areas as individuals, as members of ensembles, and as conductors.  

Degree Requirements

See the “Degree Requirements” in the University Catalog for complete details on general degree requirements.

General Education Requirements (48 units)

See the “General Education Program” requirements in the University Catalog for information on General Education requirements. Some major requirements may double count for GE requirements.

Music Common Core

Preparatory

• These courses do not count as units in the major.
• See individual Concentrations for additional preparatory coursework.

• MUS 106 - Fundamentals of Music Theory Unit(s): 3
• MUS 109 - Intensive Keyboard Lab I Unit(s): 2
• MUS 209 - Intensive Keyboard Lab II Unit(s): 2

Theory/Musicianship: (18 units)

Jazz students take MUS 212, MUS 312 and MUS 412 instead of MUS 210, MUS 310 and MUS 410.

Instrumental Jazz Music Education students take MUS 212 instead of MUS 310 and MUS 312 instead of MUS 410.

• MUS 110 - Theory I: Diatonicism Unit(s): 3
•  
• MUS 210 - Theory II: Chromaticism Unit(s): 3 OR
• MUS 212 - Jazz Harmony and Arranging I Unit(s): 3
• (Jazz Students and Instrumental Jazz Music Education students only)
•  
• MUS 310 - Theory III: Form and Analysis Unit(s): 3 OR
• MUS 312 - Jazz Harmony and Arranging II Unit(s): 3
• (Jazz and Instrumental Jazz Music Education students only)
•  
• MUS 410 - Theory IV: 20th-Century Techniques Unit(s): 3
• OR
• MUS 412 - Jazz Composition Unit(s): 3 (Jazz Students Only)
•  
• MUS 220 - Musicianship II Unit(s): 2
• MUS 320 - Musicianship III Unit(s):
• MUS 420 - Musicianship IV Unit(s):

History/Literature: (9-14)

• MUS 160A - Humanities Learning Community Unit(s): 4
• MUS 160B - Humanities Learning Community Unit(s): 4
• OR
• MUS 350 - Survey of World Music Unit(s): 4
•  
• MUS 150 - Survey of U.S. Music Unit(s): 3
• OR
• MUS 343 - Studies in Musical Genres Unit(s): 3
•  
• MUS 351 - History of Western Music, 1750-present Unit(s): 3

Applied Skills: (2 units)

Choose two of the following:

• MUS 292 - Jazz Piano I Unit(s): 1
• MUS 392 - Jazz Piano II Unit(s): 1
• MUS 309A - Keyboard Proficiency Lab Unit(s): 1
• MUS 309B - Keyboard Proficiency Lab Unit(s): 1

Applied Music Studies: (6 units)

• MUS 147 - Applied Music Studies Unit(s): 1
• MUS 447 - Applied Music Studies Unit(s): 1

Major Ensemble: (8 units)

See performance ensemble requirements.

Repertory/Forum: (4 units)

Total Core Units: 47-52

Concentration Requirements

Theory and Musicianship: (2 units)

• MUS 120 - Musicianship I Unit(s):

History and Literature: (6 units)

• MUS 251 - History of Western Music, Ancient World to 1750 Unit(s): 3
• MUS 300 - Seminar Unit(s): 3

Applied Skills: (2 units)

• MUS 490 - Senior Project Unit(s): 1-3

Applied Music Studies: (6 units)

• MUS 445 - Private Instruction-Composition Unit(s): 1-2

Composer Courses: (10 units)

• MUS 159 - Audio and Recording Production I Unit(s): 1
• MUS 259 - Music Technology: Tools and Applications Unit(s): 2-3
• MUS 314 - Orchestration Unit(s): 2
• MUS 359 - Audio and Recording Production II Unit(s): 1
• MUS 401 - Conducting Technique Unit(s): 2
• MUS 425 - Composers Forum Unit(s): 1

Music Electives: (6 units)

Additional Repertory or Forum: (2 units)

• MUS 151 - Repertory Class Unit(s): 1
• MUS 451 - Repertory Class Unit(s): 1

Total Concentration Units: 34

Total Units: 126-131

Program Roadmaps

First Year Advising Guide

First Year Advising Guide

Sample Four Year Program

First Year (34 units)

Fall Semester (16 units)

• MUS 160A - Humanities Learning Community Unit(s): 4
• Meets GE Area A3: Critical Thinking
• Major Ensemble Credits / Units: 1
• Instrument/Voice Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Repertory Class Credits / Units: 1
• GE Credits / Units: 3
• GE Credits / Units: 3
• GE Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester (18 units)

• MUS 160B - Humanities Learning Community Unit(s): 4
• Meets GE Area C2: Humanities
• MUS 110 - Theory I: Diatonicism Unit(s): 3
• MUS 120 - Musicianship I Unit(s):
• Major Ensemble Credits / Units: 1
• Instrument/Voice Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Repertory Class Credits / Units: 1
• GE Credits / Units: 3
• GE Credits / Units: 3

Second Year (31 units)

Fall Semester (16 units)

• MUS 150 - Survey of U.S. Music Unit(s): 3
• Meets GE Area C1: Arts
• MUS 210 - Theory II: Chromaticism Unit(s): 3
• MUS 220 - Musicianship II Unit(s): 2
• MUS 309A - Keyboard Proficiency Lab Unit(s): 1
• Major Ensemble Credits / Units: 1
• Instrument/Voice Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Composition Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Repertory Class Credits / Units: 1
• GE Credits / Units: 1

Spring Semester (15 units)

• MUS 310 - Theory III: Form and Analysis Unit(s): 3
• MUS 320 - Musicianship III Unit(s):
• MUS 309B - Keyboard Proficiency Lab Unit(s): 1
• MUS 259 - Music Technology: Tools and Applications Unit(s): 2-3
• Credits / Units: 1
• Credits / Units: 1
• Credits / Units: 1
• Credits / Units: 1
• Credits / Units: 3

Third Year (32 units)

Fall Semester (18 units)

• MUS 410 - Theory IV: 20th-Century Techniques Unit(s): 3
• MUS 420 - Musicianship IV Unit(s):
• MUS 159 - Audio and Recording Production I Unit(s): 1
• MUS 251 - History of Western Music, Ancient World to 1750 Unit(s): 3
• MUS 314 - Orchestration Unit(s): 2
• Major Ensemble Credits / Units: 1
• Instrument/Voice Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Composition Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Repertory Class Credits / Units: 1
• GE Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester (14 units)

• MUS 351 - History of Western Music, 1750-present Unit(s): 3
• MUS 359 - Audio and Recording Production II Unit(s): 1
• Major Ensemble Credits / Units: 1
• Instrument/Voice Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Composition Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Repertory Class Credits / Units: 1
• UD GE Credits / Units: 3
• Music Elective Credits / Units: 3

Fourth Year (30 units)

Fall Semester (16 units)

• MUS 300 - Seminar Unit(s): 3
• MUS 401 - Conducting Technique Unit(s): 2
• MUS 425 - Composers Forum Unit(s): 1
• Major Ensemble Credits / Units: 1
• Reparatory Credits / Units: 1
• Composition Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• UD GE Credits / Units: 3
• GE Credits / Units: 3
• Music Elective Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester (14 units)

• Credits / Units: 3
• MUS 490 - Senior Project Unit(s): 1-3
• Credits / Units: 1
• Credits / Units: 1
• Credits / Units: 1
• Credits / Units: 3
• Credits / Units: 3

Total Units: 127

Sample Two Year Program

Third Year (30 units)

Fall Semester (15 units)

• MUS 251 - History of Western Music, Ancient World to 1750 Unit(s): 3
• MUS 343 - Studies in Musical Genres Unit(s): 3 Meets GE Area UD C
• MUS 425 - Composers Forum Unit(s): 1
• Composition Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Instrument/Voice Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Repertory Class Credits / Units: 1
• Ensemble Credits / Units: 1
• UD GE Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester (15 units)

• MUS 259 - Music Technology: Tools and Applications Unit(s): 2-3
• MUS 310 - Theory III: Form and Analysis Unit(s): 3
• MUS 350 - Survey of World Music Unit(s): 4
• MUS 351 - History of Western Music, 1750-present Unit(s): 3
• Composition Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Instrument/Voice Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Repertory Class Credits / Units: 1
• Ensemble Credits / Units: 1

Fourth Year (33 units)

Fall Semester (17 units)

• MUS 159 - Audio and Recording Production I Unit(s): 1
• MUS 314 - Orchestration Unit(s): 2
• MUS 401 - Conducting Technique Unit(s): 2
• MUS 410 - Theory IV: 20th-Century Techniques Unit(s): 3
• MUS 425 - Composers Forum Unit(s): 1
• Composition Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Instrument/Voice Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Repertory Class Credits / Units: 1
• Ensemble Credits / Units: 1
• Music Elective Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester (16 units)

• MUS 300 - Seminar Unit(s): 3
• MUS 359 - Audio and Recording Production II Unit(s): 1
• MUS 490 - Senior Project Unit(s): 1-3
• Composition Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Instrument/Voice Lessons Credits / Units: 1
• Repertory Class Credits / Units: 1
• Ensemble Credits / Units: 1
• Music Elective Credits / Units: 3
• UD GE Credits / Units: 3

The Theatre Studies concentration in the Theatre Arts & Dance program provides equal parts professional theatre training and liberal arts education. Students prepare to pursue theatre careers in directing, playwriting, criticism, teaching, scholarship, arts management, dramaturgy, and other careers that may not have performance or theatre technology at their centers. Regardless of eventual profession, the concentration provides the intellectual rigor and imaginative excitement necessary to any liberal arts degree. Students learn to make theatre as a fundamentally collaborative story told among artists and community. We believe that this kind of training prepares the student to become the ideal global good citizen, engaged with theatre as a means of ritual and democratic conversation focused on full inclusion of all cultures and identities.

Admission Requirements

The Department of Theatre Arts & Dance requires all prospective Theatre majors to complete an audition.

Program Learning Outcomes

Analytical and Communication Skills

• The student is expected to demonstrate the ability to be collaborative, creative, resourceful, and persistent in problem solving.
• The student should be able to analyze and synthesize the diverse elements of theatre and dance practice that contribute to creating a unified whole.
• The student is expected to view and respond to theatre and dance from analytical, critical, cultural, production and historical perspectives.
• The student should be able to communicate effectively with an audience through mediums of acting, dance, choreography, design, and other contributing functions such as stage management, and dramaturgy.

Relating Values with the Art of Theatre

• The student should be able to work productively and cooperatively in collective and group efforts both in and out of theatre.
• The student should be cognizant of the power of theatre to transform and communicate.
• The student will be expected to demonstrate broad understanding of the contributions to world culture of non-Eurocentric and diverse American theatre and dance traditions as well as those derived from European origins.
• The student should be prepared to take artistic risks and embrace innovation.
• The student should be prepared to move to the next phase of life and career, whether in theatre or another field, with confidence in his or her analytic, critical, and communication skills.
• The student should be prepared to become an active, effective, and responsible member of society.

Degree Requirements

See the “Degree Requirements” in the University Catalog for complete details on general degree requirements.

General Education Requirements (48 units)

See the “General Education Program” requirements in the University Catalog for information on General Education requirements. Some major requirements may double count for GE requirements.

Theatre Arts Common Core

History and Literature (20 units)

• THAR 160A - Performance, the Artistic Process, and You Unit(s): 4
• THAR 160B - Performance, the Artistic Process, and You Unit(s): 4
• THAR 202 - Introduction to the History of Drama and Dance: Origins to 1800 Unit(s): 4
• THAR 203 - Introduction to the History of Drama and Dance: 1800 to Present Unit(s): 4
• THAR 300 - Theatre in Action Unit(s): 3
• THAR 375 - Race, Gender, and Performance Unit(s): 3

Acting (11 units)

• THAR 125 - Intro to Acting Unit(s): 3
• THAR 302 - Drama Ensemble Workshop Unit(s): 1-3
• THAR 350 - Directing Workshop Unit(s): 2

Technical Theatre (4 units)

• THAR 143 - Stagecraft Unit(s): 2
• THAR 144L - Lighting Unit(s): 2

• or

• THAR 144C - Costumes Unit(s): 2

• or

• THAR 144S - Scenery Unit(s): 2

Theatre Studies (4 units)

• THAR 379 - Dramaturgy and Research Unit(s): 4
• THAR 400 - Theatre of Today Unit(s): 1

Theatre Studies Concentration Requirements

• THAR 230 - Stage Management Unit(s): 2
• THAR 231 - Stage Management Lab Unit(s): 1
• DANC 271 - Global Perspectives in Dance Unit(s): 3
• THAR 376 - Playwriting I Unit(s): 3
• THAR 392 - Performing Arts for Children Unit(s): 2
• ENGL 339 - Introduction to Shakespeare Unit(s): 3-4

Theatre Studies Concentration Electives (Choose 6)

• THAR 145A - Voice for the Actor Unit(s): 1
• THAR 145B - Speech for the Actor Unit(s): 1
• THAR 220A - Acting: Text and Scene Study Unit(s): 2
• THAR 311 - Actor / Dancer Collaboration I: Core Technique & Practice Unit(s): 1
• THAR 312 - Actor / Dancer Collaboration II: Movement & Improvisation Unit(s): 1
• THAR 316 - 25 Elements of Comedy: Its All in the Surprise Unit(s): 1
• THAR 320A - Shakespeare I: Verse Scansion & Paraphrase Unit(s): 2
• THAR 320B - Shakespeare II: Scene Study Unit(s): 2
• THAR 320C - Physical Theatre Workshop Unit(s): 2
• THAR 320D - Commedia dell `Arte & Masks Unit(s): 2
• THAR 326 - Circus Technique Unit(s): 1
• THAR 327 - Stage Combat Unit(s): 1
• THAR 328 - Accents & Dialects Unit(s): 1
• THAR 371 - Contemporary Dance History Unit(s): 3.00
• THAR 377 - Playwriting II Unit(s): 3
• THAR 420A - Approaches to Anti-Realism Unit(s): 2
• THAR 420B - Comedy of Manners Unit(s): 2
• THAR 420C - Chekhov Workshop Unit(s): 2
• THAR 420D - Devised Project Workshop Unit(s): 2
• COMS 324 - Scriptwriting for TV Unit(s): 4
• ENGL 439 - Studies in Shakespeare Unit(s): 4

Units

Total Units: 120

Program Road Maps

First-Year Advising Guide

First-Year Advising Guide

Sample Four-Year Program

Theatre Arts, B.A., Concentration in Theatre Studies

Freshman Year: 31 Units

Fall Semester (15 Units)

• THAR 125 - Intro to Acting Unit(s): 3
• THAR 143 - Stagecraft Unit(s): 2
• THAR 160A - Performance, the Artistic Process, and You Unit(s): 4
• THAR 230 - Stage Management Unit(s): 2
• THAR 231 - Stage Management Lab Unit(s): 1
• GE  Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester (16 Units)

• THAR 144L - Lighting Unit(s): 2
• THAR 160B - Performance, the Artistic Process, and You Unit(s): 4

•  

• DANC 301 - Dance Ensemble Unit(s): 1-3 (3 Unit(s) Required) OR
• THAR 302 - Drama Ensemble Workshop Unit(s): 1-3 (3 Unit(s) Required) OR
• THAR 303 - Technical Theatre Workshop Unit(s): 1-3 (3 Unit(s) Required) OR
• THAR 304 - Production Dramaturgy Unit(s): 1-3 (3 Unit(s) Required)

•  

• GE

Sophomore Year: 31 Units

Fall Semester (15 Units)

• THAR 202 - Introduction to the History of Drama and Dance: Origins to 1800 Unit(s): 4
• THAR 220A - Acting: Text and Scene Study Unit(s): 2
• THAR 376 - Playwriting I Unit(s): 3
• GE

Spring Semester (16 Units)

• THAR 203 - Introduction to the History of Drama and Dance: 1800 to Present Unit(s): 4
• THAR 275 - Contemporary Plays and Playwrights Unit(s): 3
• GE

Junior Year: 29 Units

Fall Semester (15 Units)

• THAR 350 - Directing Workshop Unit(s): 2
• THAR 370A - Early Plays: Evolution and Innovation Unit(s): 3
• THAR 379 - Dramaturgy and Research Unit(s): 4
• ENGL 339 - Introduction to Shakespeare Unit(s): 3-4 (4 Unit(s) Required)
• GE UD

Spring Semester (14 Units)

• THAR 370B - Modern Plays: Evolution and Innovation Unit(s): 3
• THAR 375 - Race, Gender, and Performance Unit(s): 3

•  

• DANC 301 - Dance Ensemble Unit(s): 1-3 (3 Unit(s) Required) OR
• THAR 302 - Drama Ensemble Workshop Unit(s): 1-3 (3 Unit(s) Required) Elective OR
• THAR 303 - Technical Theatre Workshop Unit(s): 1-3 (3 Unit(s) Required) Elective OR
• THAR 304 - Production Dramaturgy Unit(s): 1-3 (3 Unit(s) Required) Elective

•  

• GE UD

Senior Year: 29 Units

Fall Semester (15 Units)

• THAR 300 - Theatre in Action Unit(s): 3
• THAR 400 - Theatre of Today Unit(s): 1
• GE UD
• Electives

Spring Semester (14 Units)

• THAR 374 - Theatre of the World Unit(s): 4

•  

• THAR 460 - Drama for Children Unit(s): 2 OR
• THAR 470 - Dance for Children Unit(s): 2

•  

• Electives

Total Units: 120

The technical theatre concentration offers intensive work in design, theatre technology, and stage management, with supporting courses in acting and movement, theatre and dance history, and special topics.

Degree Requirements

See the “Degree Requirements” in the University Catalog for complete details on general degree requirements.

General Education Requirements (48 units)

See the “General Education Program” requirements in the University Catalog for information on General Education requirements. Some major requirements may double count for GE requirements.

Theatre Arts Common Core

History and Literature (20 units)

• THAR 160A - Performance, the Artistic Process, and You Unit(s): 4
• THAR 160B - Performance, the Artistic Process, and You Unit(s): 4
• THAR 202 - Introduction to the History of Drama and Dance: Origins to 1800 Unit(s): 4
• THAR 203 - Introduction to the History of Drama and Dance: 1800 to Present Unit(s): 4
• THAR 300 - Theatre in Action Unit(s): 3
• THAR 375 - Race, Gender, and Performance Unit(s): 3

Acting (11 units)

• THAR 125 - Intro to Acting Unit(s): 3
• THAR 302 - Drama Ensemble Workshop Unit(s): 1-3
• THAR 350 - Directing Workshop Unit(s): 2

Technical Theatre (4 units)

* Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment in THAR 143.

• THAR 143 - Stagecraft Unit(s): 2
• THAR 144C - Costumes Unit(s): 2

• or

• THAR 144L - Lighting Unit(s): 2

• or

• THAR 144S - Scenery Unit(s): 2

Theatre Studies (4 units)

• THAR 379 - Dramaturgy and Research Unit(s): 4
• THAR 400 - Theatre of Today Unit(s): 1

Technical Theatre Concentration Requirements (16 unit)

• THAR 116 - Acting Styles: Comedy Improvisation Unit(s): 1
• THAR 144C - Costumes Unit(s): 2
• THAR 144S - Scenery Unit(s): 2
• THAR 230 - Stage Management Unit(s): 2
• THAR 231 - Stage Management Lab Unit(s): 1
• THAR 344A - Design for the Stage Unit(s): 3
• THAR 421A - Advanced Technical Block/Foundations Unit(s): 2
• THAR 444 - History of Ornament Unit(s): 2

Units

Total units in Phase I: 16

Total units in Phase II: 32

Total units in the technical theatre concentration: 48

Program Road Maps

First-Year Advising Guide

First-Year Advising Guide

Sample Four-Year Program

Theatre Arts, B.A., Concentration in Technical Theatre

Freshman Year: 30 Units

Fall Semester (16 Units)

• THAR 144C - Costumes Unit(s): 2
• THAR 143 - Stagecraft Unit(s): 2
• GE

Spring Semester (14 Units)

• THAR 144S - Scenery Unit(s): 2
• GE

Sophomore Year: 32 Units

Fall Semester (16 Units)

• THAR 116 - Acting Styles: Comedy Improvisation Unit(s): 1
• THAR 144L - Lighting Unit(s): 2
• THAR 202 - Introduction to the History of Drama and Dance: Origins to 1800 Unit(s): 4
• THAR 230 - Stage Management Unit(s): 2
• THAR 231 - Stage Management Lab Unit(s): 1
• GE

Spring Semester (16 Units)

Junior Year: 30 Units

Fall Semester (15 Units)

• THAR 321A - Intermediate Technical Block/Foundations Unit(s): 2
• THAR 344A - Design for the Stage Unit(s): 3
• THAR 350 - Directing Workshop Unit(s): 2
• THAR 370A - Early Plays: Evolution and Innovation Unit(s): 3
• GE UD
• Elective

Spring Semester (15 Units)

• THAR 300 - Theatre in Action Unit(s): 3
• THAR 321B - Intermediate Technical Block Unit(s): 2
• THAR 344B - Design for the Stage Unit(s): 3
• GE UD
• Elective

Senior Year: 30 Units

Fall Semester (15 Units)

• THAR 400 - Theatre of Today Unit(s): 1
• THAR 421A - Advanced Technical Block/Foundations Unit(s): 2
• THAR 444 - History of Ornament Unit(s): 2
• GE
• Theatre Elective
• Elective

Spring Semester (15 Units)

• THAR 370B - Modern Plays: Evolution and Innovation Unit(s): 3
• THAR 421B - Advanced Technical Block/Foundations Unit(s): 2
• GE
• Electives

Total Units: 120

The discipline of Physical Science is concerned with the study of the physical world around us. It primarily concerns non-living systems and includes the fields of Physics, Astronomy, Chemistry, and Geology. The Bachelor of Arts in Physical Science is a flexible STEM degree with a strong Liberal Arts basis. All students in the major take not only several courses in algebra and trigonometry-based physics, but also an array of courses in other fields of Physical Science and related Natural Science. The general program is very flexible, allowing students to choose Physical Science electives most relevant to their  individual career goals. Alternatively, there are two optional concentrations: Teaching and Foundational Health. The Teaching concentration is intended for students working to teach Foundational General Science. Students will only be admitted to the Foundational Health concentration if they have already completed BIOL 115 or BIOL 110, BIOL 220, and BIOL 224. This concentration is intended for students interested in blending their Health background with a broad Physical Science education.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students should be able to:

1. Display a broad range of knowledge of the physical sciences: physics, astronomy, chemistry, and geology.
2. Utilize a variety of experimental methods, both in acquiring data and analyzing it.
3. Effectively communicate science, both in written and oral format.
4. Employ critical reasoning in analyzing and making conclusions about a physical system.
5. Understand and follow best practices for the responsible conduct of scientific research.

Degree Requirements

See the “Degree Requirements” in the University Catalog for complete details on general degree requirements.

General Education Requirements (48 units)

See the “General Education Program” requirements in the University Catalog for information on General Education requirements. Some major requirements may double count for GE requirements.

Career Opportunities

The B.A. in Physical Science is designed to produce STEM qualified graduates, prepared to enter a profession in the technical workforce (e.g. entrepreneur, technical engineer, environmental health and safety inspector, quality assurance professional, technical assistant). Its interdisciplinary liberal arts basis also allows graduates to enter related fields, such as Programmer/Analyst, Science/Technical Writer, Consultant, Marketing Professional, Manager, etc. The concentration in Teaching is designed to prepare students to continue to a credential program and ultimately teach Foundational Science. The concentration in Foundational Health is intended for students to leverage their interest in health combined with physical science to further their pursuit of careers within the broader health and related fields (e.g. Physician Assistant, Medical Dosimetrist, Medical Laboratory Technician, etc.).

Program Requirements

Major Core Requirements

Lower Division Core

• ASTR 100 - Descriptive Astronomy Unit(s): 3

• OR

• ASTR 150 - Astronomy for Scientists Unit(s): 3
• PHYS 210A - General Physics Unit(s): 3

• OR

• PHYS 114 - Introduction to Physics I Unit(s): 4
• PHYS 209A - General Physics Laboratory Unit(s): 1

• OR

• PHYS 116 - Introductory Laboratory Experience Unit(s): 1
• PHYS 209B - General Physics Laboratory Unit(s): 1

• OR

• PHYS 216 - Introductory Laboratory Unit(s): 1
• PHYS 210B - General Physics Unit(s): 3

• OR

• PHYS 214 - Introduction to Physics II Unit(s): 4

Upper Division Core

• PHYS 342 - Light and Color Unit(s): 3

• OR

• PHYS 340 - Light and Student Optionics Unit(s): 3

Capstone Requirement

• PHYS 491 - Capstone Preparatory Seminar Unit(s): 1

Support Course Requirements

• MATH 160 - Precalculus Mathematics Unit(s): 4

• OR

• MATH 161 - Differential and Integral Calculus I Unit(s): 4

• OR

• MATH 161A - Functions and Rates of Change Unit(s): 4

• AND

• MATH 161B - Functions and Rates of Change Unit(s): 4

• OR

• MATH 161X - Differential and Integral Calculus 1 Extended Unit(s): 6

• OR

• MATH 165 - Elementary Applied Statistics Unit(s): 4

• OR

• MATH 165A - Data Visualization and Analysis Unit(s): 4

• AND

• MATH 165B - Data Visualization and Analysis Unit(s): 4

• OR

• MATH 165X - Elementary Applied Statistics Extended Unit(s): 6
• CS 115 - Programming I Unit(s): 4

• OR

• PHYS 381 - Computer Applications for Scientists Unit(s): 2

Program Elective Requirements

The major must include a minimum of 12 upper-division units in physics and astronomy; with an advisor, choose 6-8 units in additional upper-division physics and astronomy courses.

BA in Physical Science (without listed concentration)

The general B.A. Physical Science degree provides flexibility to select additional courses. In addition to the Physical Science Core Requirements, with the help of an advisor, choose at least 30 units in the Physical Sciences and related Natural Science (see approved list). It is required that this include at least 3-units in CHEM and 3-units in GEOL.

BA in Physical Science with Concentration in Teaching

The Teaching Concentration is intended for students interested in teaching Foundational General Science. In addition to the Physical Science Core Requirements, there are 30 total units required in this concentration. The required courses listed below comprise these units.

• BIOL 130 - Introductory Cell Biology and Genetics Unit(s): 4
• BIOL 131 - Biological Diversity and Ecology Unit(s): 4
• CHEM 115A - General Chemistry Unit(s): 5
• CHEM 115B - General Chemistry Unit(s): 5
• EDSS 410 - Fieldwork and Seminar in Science Teaching and Learning Unit(s): 3
• GEOL 107 - Introduction to Earth Science Unit(s): 3
• GEOL 110 - Natural Disasters Unit(s): 3
• SCI 220 - Dream, Make and Innovate Unit(s): 3

BA in Physical Science with Concentration in Foundational Health

Students entering this concentration will come from the Pre-Health or Kinesiology programs or as transfer students. To be accepted into this program students must have already completed BIOL 115 or 110, BIOL 220, and BIOL 224. In addition to the Physical Science Core Requirements, there are 30 total units required in this concentration. The required courses listed below comprise 21-22 of these units. With the help of an advisor, choose at least 8-9 additional units in the Physical Sciences and related Natural Science (see approved list); at least 3 units of which must be in GEOL.

• BIOL 110 - Biological Inquiry Unit(s): 4

• OR

• BIOL 115 - Introduction to Biology Unit(s): 3
• BIOL 220 - Human Anatomy Unit(s): 4
• BIOL 224 - Human Physiology Unit(s): 4
• CHEM 105 - Elements of General, Organic, and Biochemistry Unit(s): 5

• OR

• CHEM 115A - General Chemistry Unit(s): 5
• MATH 165 - Elementary Applied Statistics Unit(s): 4

• OR

• MATH 165A - Data Visualization and Analysis Unit(s): 4

• AND

• MATH 165B - Data Visualization and Analysis Unit(s): 4

• OR

• MATH 165X - Elementary Applied Statistics Extended Unit(s): 6
• SCI 150 - Introduction to Careers in Health Professions Unit(s): 1

Program Roadmaps

Sample Four-Year Plan (BA in Physical Science with no listed concentration)

First Year

Fall Semester

• SCI 120A - A Watershed Year Unit(s): 7

• (Recommended)

• GE Area B4: Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning Credits / Units: 3
• GE Area A1: Oral Communication Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester

• PHYS 209A - General Physics Laboratory Unit(s): 1
• PHYS 209B - General Physics Laboratory Unit(s): 1
• SCI 120B - A Watershed Year Unit(s): 5

• (Recommended)

• GE Area A2: Written Communication

Second Year

Fall Semester

• PHYS 100 - Descriptive Physics Unit(s): 3
• PHYS 209B - General Physics Laboratory Unit(s): 1
• PHYS 210B - General Physics Unit(s): 3
• SCI 220 - Dream, Make and Innovate Unit(s): 3

• (Recommended)

• GE Area A1: Arts  Credits / Units: 3
• GE Area C2: Humanities Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester

• ASTR 100 - Descriptive Astronomy Unit(s): 3
• Physical Science Elective Credits / Units: 3
• GE Area C: Arts/Humanities  Credits / Units: 3

• University Electives Credits / Units: 6

Third Year

Fall Semester

• CS 115 - Programming I Unit(s): 4
• Physical Science Elective Credits / Units: 3

• Upper Division GE Area C: Arts/Humanities Credits / Units: 3

• University Electives Credits / Units: 6

Spring Semester

• PHYS/ASTR Elective (4 units)
• Physical Science Elective (3 units)
• GE Area D: Social Sciences (3 units)
• University Electives (5 units)

Fourth Year

Fall Semester

• PHYS 342 - Light and Color Unit(s): 3
• Physical Science Elective Credits / Units: 3
• GE Area D: Social Sciences Credits / Units: 3
• University Electives Credits / Units: 6

Spring Semester

• PHYS 491 - Capstone Preparatory Seminar Unit(s): 1
• PHYS/ASTR Elective Credits / Units: 4
• GE Area D: Social Sciences  Credits / Units: 3
• University Electives Credits / Units: 3

Sample Four-Year Plan (BA in Physical Science with Concentration in Teaching)

First Year

Fall Semester

• PHYS 100 - Descriptive Physics Unit(s): 3

• (Recommended)

• GE Area B4: Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning Credits / Units: 3
• GE Area A1: Oral Communication Credits / Units: 3
• GE Area A2: Written Communication  Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester

• ASTR 100 - Descriptive Astronomy Unit(s): 3
• PHYS 209A - General Physics Laboratory Unit(s): 1
• PHYS 210A - General Physics Unit(s): 3
• GE Area A3: Critical Thinking  Credits / Units: 3
• GE Area C1: Arts  Credits / Units: 3
• GE Area C2: Humanities Credits / Units: 3

Second Year

Fall Semester

• GEOL 107 - Introduction to Earth Science Unit(s): 3
• PHYS 209A - General Physics Laboratory Unit(s): 1
• PHYS 209B - General Physics Laboratory Unit(s): 1
• SCI 220 - Dream, Make and Innovate Unit(s): 3
• GE Area C: Arts & Humanities  Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester

• GEOL 110 - Natural Disasters Unit(s): 3
• PHYS/ASTR Elective  Credits / Units: 3
• GE Area C Upper Division: Arts & Humanities Credits / Units: 3
• GE Area D: Social Sciences  Credits / Units: 3
• University Electives Credits / Units: 3

Third Year

Fall Semester

• BIOL 130 - Introductory Cell Biology and Genetics Unit(s): 4
• PHYS 342 - Light and Color Unit(s): 3
• GE Area D: Social Sciences Credits / Units: 3
• University Electives Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester

• BIOL 131 - Biological Diversity and Ecology Unit(s): 4
• PHYS/ASTR Elective Credits / Units: 3
• GE Area D: Social Sciences Credits / Units: 3
• University Electives Credits / Units: 3

Fourth Year

Fall Semester

• CHEM 115A - General Chemistry Unit(s): 5
• CS 115 - Programming I Unit(s): 4
• EDSS 410 - Fieldwork and Seminar in Science Teaching and Learning Unit(s): 3
• GE Area D: Social Sciences Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester

• CHEM 115B - General Chemistry Unit(s): 5
• University Electives Credits / Units: 3

Sample Four-Year Plan (BA in Physical Science with Concentration in Foundational Health)

First Year

Fall Semester

• BIOL 115 - Introduction to Biology Unit(s): 3
• CHEM 105 - Elements of General, Organic, and Biochemistry Unit(s): 5
• MATH 165 - Elementary Applied Statistics Unit(s): 4
• GE Area A1: Oral Communication Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester

• BIOL 220 - Human Anatomy Unit(s): 4
• GE Area A2: Written Communication Credits / Units: 3
• GE Area A3: Critical Thinking  Credits / Units: 3
• GE Area C1: Arts Credits / Units: 3

Second Year

Fall Semester

• BIOL 224 - Human Physiology Unit(s): 4
• GE Area C: Arts and Humanities Credits / Units: 3
• GE Area D: Social Sciences Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester

• BIOL 240 - Medical Microbiology Unit(s): 4
• GE Area D: Social Sciences Credits / Units: 3

Third Year

Fall Semester

• PHYS 100 - Descriptive Physics Unit(s): 3

• (Recommended)

• PHYS 209A - General Physics Laboratory Unit(s): 1
• PHYS 210A - General Physics Unit(s): 3
• GE Area E: Lifelong Learning & Self-Development Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester

• ASTR 100 - Descriptive Astronomy Unit(s): 3
• PHYS 209A - General Physics Laboratory Unit(s): 1
• PHYS 209B - General Physics Laboratory Unit(s): 1
• Physical Science Elective Credits / Units: 3
• University Electives Credits / Units: 3

Fourth Year

Fall Semester

• CS 115 - Programming I Unit(s): 4
• PHYS 342 - Light and Color Unit(s): 3
• SCI 150 - Introduction to Careers in Health Professions Unit(s): 1
• PHYS/ASTR Elective Credits / Units: 3
• University Electives Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester

• PHYS 491 - Capstone Preparatory Seminar Unit(s): 1
• PHYS/ASTR Elective Credits / Units: 3
• Physical Science Elective Credits / Units: 3
• University Electives Credits / Units: 8