Physics - Associate in Science for Transfer

Fall 2020

Catalog Description

The Associate in Science in Physics for Transfer Degree is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer with junior status and priority admission to a local CSU campus to a program or major in Physics or similar major for completion of a baccalaureate degree. Students are required to complete: • Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following: (A) The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education – Breadth Requirements. (B) A minimum of 39 semester units in Physics & Mathematics as shown. • Students must earn a C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. • Obtainment of a minimum overall grade point average of 2.0. The Associate in Science in Physics for Transfer Degree will also assist Physics major students to transfer other baccalaureate institutions. Students are advised to consult with a counselor to verify transfer requirements.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of the program the student should be able to:
  1. Read, diagram, and solve qualitatively and quantitatively key physics applications aided by correct and efficient lab experiments using industry standard equipment.
  2. Effectively, efficiently, and correctly run lab experiments using industry standard equipment.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of experimentation and real world applications within the scientific method as well as a mastery of physics lab experiments through the submission of a complete lab report with all required elements present.
  4. Increase confidence in understanding qualitatively and quantitatively physical concepts, communicating ideas and thinking analytically.
  5. Identify the role and influence of ethics, morality, and politics in the development and application of physics.

Required Core
0.0
PHYS 4A
General Physics I (Active)
5.0
PHYS 4B
General Physics II (Active)
5.0
PHYS 4C
General Physics III (Active)
5.0
Option 1
0.0
MTH 1
Calculus I (Active)
5.0
MTH 2
Calculus II (Historical)
5.0
MTH 3
Multivariable Calculus (Historical)
5.0
All courses in the major or area of emphasis are required to have a grade of "C" or higher, and a cumulative GPA of 2.0 must be achieved.
Unit Calculations
60.0
Required Major Courses: 30 units
 
Complete the (CSU) IGETC pattern. 37- 39 UNITS; students must achieve a "C" or higher in all courses.
 
(Possible double-counting 7 units)
 
CSU transfer Electives as needed to reach 60 CSU transferable units.
 
Total: 60.0