Physics and Astronomy Introductory Course Help

The Department of Physics and Astronomy offers a number of resources to students seeking assistance with the work in their physics and astronomy courses.

Office Hours

The instructor and graduate teaching assistants (TAs) for your course have defined office hours each week. These hours should be listed on the course syllabus.

Resource Room (312 THAW)

The Resource Room hosts regular drop-in tutoring hours led by Graduate Teaching Assistants (TAs) and occassionally Undergraduate Teaching Assistants (UTAs). TAs are available to assist students with a variety of physics and astronomy classes and can do so both in-person at 312 Thaw Hall and remotely via the Physics and Astronomy Discord, though please ensure a TA will be available at your preferred time via the TA schedule here.

The Physics and Astronomy Discord can be accessed via a link that will be distributed at the beginning of each semester or requested from the Undergraduate Coordinator at any time. Pitt students from other campuses are welcome to join!

UTA Help Room (304 OEH)

Peer assistance is available from Undergraduate Teaching Assistants (UTAs) in the UTA Room (304 Thaw Hall) to assist with a few specific introductory courses, including PHYS 0110, PHYS 0111, PHYS 0174 and PHYS 0175. They have varied availability that can be found on the UTA schedule here.
The Physics and Astronomy Discord can be accessed via a link that will be distributed at the beginning of each semester or requested from the Undergraduate Coordinator at any time. Pitt students from other campuses are welcome to join!

Private Department Tutoring

If you are looking for more individualized help, you can request our list of Graduate Student Private Physics Tutors from the Undergraduate Coordinator or grab a copy from the Physics Main Office in 100 Allen Hall. This list is also posted on the bulletin board outside of our office. Please note that the individuals listed are not employees of the University of Pittsburgh nor are they providing services on behalf of or in coordination with the University of Pittsburgh. Rates and availability may vary.

Peer Tutoring (G-1 Gardner Steel Conference Center)

Outside of our department, peer tutoring is available through the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences. They offer scheduled one-on-one appointments and drop in appointments located in the Gardner Steele Conference Center. Please call 412-648-7920 or stop by their front desk to schedule an appointment. More information is available on their website.