Drop-in Tutoring for chemistry, math, physics, statistics, and Writing Studio will be open during finals week with a modified schedule.

AATC Physics

Physics 7 and 9

AATC Tutors and Specialists provide support for students enrolled in both the PHY7 and PHY9 series. 

You have options.

Individual appointments are scheduled on OASIS Scheduler and meet on Zoom.
Drop-in tutoring is held in-person and no appointment is necessary. You will be seated at tables with other students in your class with tutors rotating around the space to answer questions.
Workshops, Classes and Content Reviews meet weekly to go over the content from lecture and give an opportunity to practice and ask questions. Content Reviews are led by experienced undergraduate students and workshops and classes are led by professional staff Specialists.

Book an Individual Appointment (OASIS)

UC Davis undergraduate students can book individual appointments with a Peer Tutor or Writing Specialist using the OASIS appointment system. 

How does it work?

Fall 2022 Finals Drop-in Schedule

Physics drop-in takes place in the lower level of Shields Library beginning on October 3. Individual appointments scheduled through OASIS are offered Sunday - Friday. There is no tutoring available on Saturdays.

Course Mon. 12/5 Tues. 12/6 Wed. 12/7 Thur. 12/8
PHY 7 1 - 4 PM 1 - 4 PM 10 AM - 4 PM 10 AM - 4 PM
PHY 9 10 AM - 12 PM 10 AM - 12 PM 10 AM - 12 PM 10 AM - 12 PM

There is also an undergraduate Physics Club on campus; some quarters they offer free tutoring. For more information, you can check out the Department of Physics.

The Student Services Librarians have assembled course guides for many undergraduate courses at UC Davis which include supplemental resources for students.

Winter 2023 | Physics Co-classes and Workshops

Pre Physics

WLD940, Pre-Physics 9A, is intended for students who did not take a rigorous physics course in high school. This course carries 3 workload units and is offered in both winter and spring to help students prepare for both the content and workload expectations in PHY9A.

CRN Course Title and Enrollment Information Days/Times Location Specialist
44358 WLD940 Physics Pre-9A TR 12:10 - 2 PM TLC 3212 Duff

Students do not need to attend the entire session in order to participate and are encouraged to join at any time during the session or during the quarter.

Support For Title and Information Led By Days/Times Location
PHY 7A CO-Class / Workshop, No need to enroll Casey WF 2:10 - 3 PM Dutton 3218
PHY 7B CO-Class / Workshop, No need to enroll Casey WF 3:10 - 4 PM Dutton 3218
PHY 7C CO-Class / Workshop, No need to enroll Casey WF 4:10 - 5 PM Dutton 3218
PHY 9A Enroll on Schedule Builder using CRN: 45636
or complete the registration form to be added to Canvas without enrolling.		 Duff MWF 9 - 9:50 AM Storer 1342
PHY 9B Enroll on Schedule Builder using CRN: 44361
or complete the registration form to be added to Canvas without enrolling.		 Duff MWF 10 - 10:50 Dutton 3216
PHY 9C Enroll on Schedule Builder using CRN: 44362
or complete the registration form to be added to Canvas without enrolling.		 Duff TR 9 - 10:20 AM Dutton 2258

Fall 2022 | PHY Co-classes and Workshops

Students can register for co-classes using Schedule Builder by searching for the CRN listed. No pre-registration is required for workshops.

Support For How do I join? Led By Days/Times Location
PHY7A
Workshop		 No registration required. Attend anytime during the quarter. Casey TR 2:10 - 3 PM Dutton 3218
PHY7B
Workshop		 No registration required. Attend anytime during the quarter. Casey TR 3:10 - 4 PM Dutton 3218
PHY7C
Workshop		 No registration required. Attend anytime during the quarter. Casey TR 4:10 - 5 PM Dutton 3218
PHY9A
co-class		 Enroll on Schedule Builder using CRN 52229
or complete the registration form to be added to Canvas without enrolling		 Duff TR 9 - 10:20 a.m. Dutton 3218
PHY9B
co-class		 Enroll on Schedule Builder using CRN 52230
or complete the registration form to be added to Canvas without enrolling		 Duff MWF 9 - 9:50 a.m. Dutton 3218
PHY9C
co-class		 Enroll on Schedule Builder using CRN 53080
or complete the registration form to be added to Canvas without enrolling		 Duff MWF 1:10 - 2 PM Olson 151

AATC Physics Specialists

Current Physics Specialists: Casey Davis, Math and Physics Specialist in AATC smiling and pointing at a diagram on a whiteboard.Casey, and Duff Harrold, AATC Physics and Math Specialist standing at a chalkboard.Duff.

Academic Department Listings of Tutors for Hire

Some Academic Departments on campus maintain lists of tutors that students can hire. AATC has no affiliation with these listings and does not endorse or vet these tutors. Please carefully consider the following before contacting a private tutor

  • Read any disclaimers on the department listing
  • Agree on a price in writing
  • Talk about what success will look like for you
  • Ask how the tutor is qualified
  • For safety, meet the tutor in a public place

Ready to look for a private tutor to hire? Listings for the Department of: Chemistry; Mathematics; Physics; Statistics

Become a Tutor

If you are interested in helping others be as successful as you are, consider applying for a tutoring position. The rewards are great for both you and the students! Please click here for more information and to fill out our online application form.

Other Campus Resources for Students

Not sure where on campus to go for something?
Student Affairs has a great Where to Get Help guide.

Looking for help overall with your classes not just a specific subject?
The Office of Educational Opportunity and Enrichment Services (OEOES) offers Success Coaching and Learning Strategies support services.