Physical Science
Associate in Science Degree in Physical Science 2018-2019
(Major #C.6300. AS)
To provide a background in physical science or to prepare students for transfer into chemistry, geology, physics, and engineering four-year programs. These four-year programs require more courses than the minimum program given here. The major also provides valuable background for physical science technicians and engineering aides.
Major requirements (24-31 units minimum)
A grade of “C” or better is required in the following courses:
Course | Course Description | Units | C-ID |
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CHEM 1A or CHEM 3A |
General Chemistry or Introduction to General Chemistry |
5 or 4 |
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Select one course: | |||
Course | Course Description | Units | C-ID |
CHEM 1B or CHEM 8 |
General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis or Elementary Organic Chemistry |
5 or 3 |
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MATH 5A | Math Analysis I | 5 | |
MATH 5B | Math Analysis II | 4 | |
Select one sequence: | |||
Course | Course Description | Units | C-ID |
PHYS 2A and PHYS 2B |
General Physics I and II |
4-4 | |
PHYS 4A, PHYS 4B, and PHYS 4C |
Physics for Scientists and Engineers | 4-4-4 |
Program Learning Outcomes:
- Recognize and utilize correctly the terminology of math, statistics, and/or science.
- Analyze and interpret data using quantitative and qualitative methods.
Faculty Advisors: Abbott