AATC Physics

AATC is closed on July 4.

Summer session tutoring for math, chemistry, and physics begins on Monday June 24. The AATC tutoring space in Shields Library is being renovated this summer. All drop-in tutoring is temporarily located in Shields 167 on the southwest side of the first floor.

Physics 7 and 9

AATC Tutors and Specialists provide support for students enrolled in both the PHY7 and PHY9 series during fall, winter, spring, and summer sessions. 

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. Drop-in tutoring takes place in the lower level of Shields Library beginning April 8 for spring 2024.
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.

The AATC drop-in tutoring area of Shields Library is being renovated during summer 2024 to bring you a quieter space with updated furniture. During the construction, drop-in will temporarily move to the first floor of Shields Library on the south side in classroom 167. Summer session tutoring begins on June 24, 2024.

Summer Session 1 2024 Drop-in Schedule

CourseMondayTuesdayWednesday
PHY 710 AM - 2 PM10 AM - 2 PM10 AM - 2 PM
PHY 910 AM - 2 PM10 AM - 2 PM10 AM - 2 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.

Fall 2024 | 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 ForHow do I join?Days/TimesLocationLed By
PHY7A
(Workshop)		No registration required. Attend anytime during the quarter.TR 11 - 11:50 AMDutton 3218Casey
PHY7B
(Workshop)		No registration required. Attend anytime during the quarter.MF 2:10 - 3 PMDutton 3218Casey
PHY7C
(Workshop)		No registration required. Attend anytime during the quarter.MF 3:10 - 4 PMDutton 3218Casey
PHY9A
(co-class)		Enroll on Schedule Builder using CRN 49574 (will appear as WLD 941) 
Or complete the registration form (available Sept. 16) to be added to Canvas without enrolling.		TR 9 - 10:20 AMDutton 3218Duff
PHY9B
(co-class)		Enroll on Schedule Builder using CRN 49575 (will appear as WLD 942) 
Or complete the registration form (available Sept. 16) to be added to Canvas without enrolling.		MWF 9 - 9:50 AMDutton 3218Duff
Computational Techniques for EngineersEnroll on Schedule Builder using CRN 49576 (will appear as WLD 943)
Intended for students who have completed PHY9A. Will cover common techniques utilized in engineering projects, primarily using Excel.		TR 2:10 - 4 PMWickson 1038Duff

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

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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.