Students transferring to University of California or California State University have the opportunity to complete their lower division general education requirements at Las Positas College. This pattern of general education requires a minimum of 34 semester units to be completed. The Certificate of Achievement in University Transfer - IGETC will officially acknowledge a significant educational achievement the student has completed at Las Positas College. Counselor assistance is advised.

Program Outcomes

- Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in IGETC (Intersegmental General Education Curriculum), students are able to analyze and appreciate works of philosophical, historical, literary, and cultural importance.

- Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in IGETC (Intersegmental General Education Curriculum), students are able to critically apply ethical standards to identify problems and create solutions.

- Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in IGETC (Intersegmental General Education Curriculum), students are able to read, write, speak, and listen to communicate effectively.

- Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in IGETC (Intersegmental General Education Curriculum), students are able to recognize ethical principles and behave responsibly.

- Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in IGETC (Intersegmental General Education Curriculum), students are able to understand and appreciate the diversity of the human experience.

- Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in IGETC (Intersegmental General Education Curriculum), students are able to understand experimental methodology, the testing of hypotheses, and the power of systematic questioning.

- Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in IGETC (Intersegmental General Education Curriculum), students are able to use and criticize quantitative arguments.