Subject Matter Prep - Science
Each Program of Subject Matter Preparation for the Single Subject Teaching Credential in Science shall include (a) a minimum of 24 semester units (or 36 quarter units) of core coursework in science subjects and related subjects that are commonly taught in departmentalized classes in California public schools, and (b) a minimum of 18 semester units (or 27 quarter units) of coursework that provides extended study of the subject, and (c) 3 semester units (or 5 quarter units) in the subject. These requirements are elaborated in Preconditions 2 and 3.
SDSU offers subject matter programs in biology, chemistry, earth/planetary sciences, and physics. Breadth requirements for the four programs are included below. For each program there is a minimum of 24 semester units of core coursework and 18 of extended study.
The core of the program (Breadth of Study) shall include coursework in (or directly related to) biological sciences, chemistry, geosciences and physics as commonly taught in departmentalized science classes in California public schools.
Extended studies in the program (Depth of Study) shall include at least one concentration of the four science areas. Each concentration shall comprise at least 18 semester units or 27 quarter units. In addition the program shall include at least 3 semester units (5 quarter units) of additional extended study, either designated as breadth or depth studies at the discretion of the institution.
