Physics emphasis, Associate of Science
Students who successfully complete the Associate of Science degree with an emphasis in Physics will be able to:
- Describe and explain chemical, physical, and/or geological phenomena using scientific terminology, concepts, methods, and equipment.
- Communicate scientific ideas in oral, written, graphical, and pictorial form.
- Apply scientific principles using the appropriate problem solving techniques.
- Read, interpret, and safely perform laboratory procedures using the appropriate techniques and instrumentation.
- Collect and analyze laboratory data, arrive at reasonable conclusions, and write comprehensive laboratory reports.
- Relate scientific knowledge to societal issues.
- Participate as an effective member of a team.
Requirements
See the graduation requirements for the Associate of Science degree.
First Year
Fall Term
CH 221, MTH 251 Four credits apply toward general education requirements; one credit applies toward program.
PE 231 and WR 121 satisfy general education requirements.
Winter Term
| CH 222 | General Chemistry | 5 |
| MTH 252 | Integral Calculus | 5 |
| WR 227 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| Social Processes & Institutions | 3 |
CH 222 Four credits apply toward general education requirements; one credit applies toward program.
WR 227 satisfies a general education requirement.
Spring Term
| CH 223 | General Chemistry | 5 |
| MTH 253 | Series Calculus/Linear Algebra | 4 |
| PH 265 | Scientific Computing | 3 |
| Biological Sciences | 4 |
Second Year
Fall Term
| COMM 111 | Public Speaking | 3 |
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| COMM 114 | Argument and Critical Discourse | 3 |
| MTH 254 | Multivariable Calculus | 4 |
| PH 211 | General Physics With Calculus | 5 |
| Literature & the Arts | 3 |
Winter Term
| MTH 255 | Vector Calculus | 4 |
| PH 212 | General Physics With Calculus | 5 |
| Cultural Diversity | 3 |
| Western Culture | 3 |
Spring Term
| MTH 256 | Applied Differential Equations | 4 |
| PH 213 | General Physics With Calculus | 5 |
| Difference Power & Discrimination | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 90