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:

Select one course from the following:
Course Course Description Units C-ID
CHEM 1A or
CHEM 3A		 General Chemistry or
Introduction to General Chemistry		 5 or
4
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
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:

  1. Recognize and utilize correctly the terminology of math, statistics, and/or science.
  2. Analyze and interpret data using quantitative and qualitative methods.

Faculty Advisors: Abbott

2017 - 2018 Associate in Science Degree Physical Science