SJSU Catalog

Physics and Astronomy Department

BA - Physics

This 120-unit program provides a strong foundation in physics while allowing sufficient electives for the student to pursue a second program of study in another field (e.g., science education, business, math, engineering or a second science; transfer students must take at least 12 units of upper division physics major courses at SJSU with a GPA of 2.0 or better in these courses).

Course Requirements
General Education Requirements			42
Of the 51 units required by the university, 9 may be satisfied by specified major and support requirements. Consult major advisor for details.
American Institutions			(6)
Of the 6 units required by the university, all may be satisfied within general education requirements as specified in the schedule of classes.
Physical Education			2
Major Requirements			41
PHYS 050, PHYS 051 and PHYS 052 (12) or PHYS 070, PHYS 071 and PHYS 072 (12); PHYS 105A, PHYS 110A, PHYS 120A, PHYS 122, PHYS 140 and PHYS 160 (18); Additional units of upper division physics lab (2); Additional units in upper division physics or astrophysics, or advisor-approved upper division electives (9)
Major Supporting Requirements			26
CHEM 001A and CHEM 001B (10); MATH 030, MATH 031, MATH 032 and MATH 133A (13); three additional units of upper division mathematics (3)
Electives			9
Total Units:			120