Nov 21, 2024

2023-2024 General Catalog

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2023-2024 General Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Bi-Disciplinary Mathematics, BA, and Physics, BA, Sample Four-Year Plan

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Please note that this is a sample plan only. Talk to your advisor about other ways to complete this program.

Freshman Year: 30 Units

Fall Semester (16 Units)

MATH 161 - Differential and Integral Calculus I Unit(s): 4 Meets Lower Division GE Area B4: Quantitative Reasoning
ENGL 101 - Expository Writing and Analytical Reading Unit(s): 3 Meets Lower Division GE Area A2: Written Communication
Lower Division GE Area C1: Arts
Credits / Units: 3
Lower Division GE Area D: Social Sciences
(AI)* Credits / Units: 3
Lower Division GE Area A3: Critical Thinking
Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester (14 Units)

MATH 211 - Differential and Integral Calculus II Unit(s): 4
MATH 180 - Computing for Mathematics and Science Unit(s): 2
PHYS 114 - Introduction to Physics I Unit(s): 4 Meets Lower Division GE Area B1: Physical Science
PHYS 116 - Introductory Laboratory Experience Unit(s): 1 Meets Lower Division GE Area B3: Lab
Lower Division GE Area A1: Oral Communication
Credits / Units: 3

Sophomore Year: 32 Units

Fall Semester (16 Units)

MATH 220 - Reasoning and Proof Unit(s): 4
PHYS 214 - Introduction to Physics II Unit(s): 4
PHYS 216 - Introductory Laboratory Unit(s): 1
Lower Division GE Area C2: Humanities
Credits / Units: 3
Lower Division GE Area E: Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester (16 Units)

MATH 241 - Linear Algebra with Applications in Differential Equations Unit(s): 4
Lower Division GE Area C1: Arts
or
Lower Division GE Area C2: Humanities
Credits / Units: 3
Lower Division GE Area B2: Life Sciences
Credits / Units: 3
Lower Division GE Area D: Social Sciences
(AI)* Credits / Units: 3
Lower Division GE Area F: Ethnic Studies
Credits / Units: 3

Junior Year: 32 Units

Fall Semester (16 Units)

MATH 261 - Multivariable Calculus Unit(s): 4
MATH 352 - Numerical Analysis Unit(s): 4
MATH 375 - M*A*T*H Colloquium Unit(s): 1
PHYS 314 - Introduction to Physics III Unit(s): 4
PHYS Elective Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester (16 Units)

MATH 322 - Linear Algebra Unit(s): 4
MATH 308 - College Geometry Unit(s): 4
PHYS 340 - Light and Optics Unit(s): 3
PHYS Elective Credits / Units: 3
Upper Division GE Area C: Arts and Humanities
Credits / Units: 3

Senior Year: 27 Units

Fall Semester (15 Units)

MATH 320 - Abstract Algebra I Unit(s): 4
PHYS 381 - Computer Applications for Scientists Unit(s): 2
PHYS Elective Credits / Units: 3
Upper Division GE Area D: Social Sciences
Credits / Units: 3
PHYS Elective Credits / Units: 3

Spring Semester (16 Units)

MATH 431 - Applied Partial Differential Equations Unit(s): 4
PHYS Capstone Course Credits / Units: 2
PHYS 491 - Capstone Preparatory Seminar Unit(s): 1
University Electives Credits / Units: 3
MATH 470 - Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Unit(s): 4
Meets Upper Division GE Area B

Total Units: 120

*American Institution courses in History and Government/Constitution are required for graduation if not completed prior to transfer.