Physics Track, Science AS

: 412C

The physics track is a transfer program that provides the first two years of courses necessary for a four-year baccalaureate degree in physics.

General Education Course Selections

Click here to view the Foundation/Distribution Courses for selection to fulfill the General Education Course Requirements.

Suggested Course Sequence

A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows. All students should consult an advisor.

First Semester

CHEM 131 - Principles of Chemistry I 4 semester hours (NSLD)
CMSC 140 - Introduction to Programming 3 semester hours
ENGL 101 - Introduction to College Writing 3 semester hours *
MATH 181 - Calculus I 4 semester hours (MATF)
Behavioral and social sciences distribution 3 semester hours (BSSD) **

Second Semester

CHEM 132 - Principles of Chemistry II 4 semester hours (NSLD)
MATH 182 - Calculus II 4 semester hours
PHYS 161 - General Physics I: Mechanics and Heat 3 semester hours (NSND/GEEL)
English foundation 3 semester hours (ENGF)

Third Semester

ENES 206 - MATLAB for Engineers 1 semester hour
MATH 280 - Multivariable Calculus 4 semester hours
MATH 282 - Differential Equations 3 semester hours
PHYS 262 - General Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism 4 semester hours (NSLD)
Arts distribution 3 semester hours (ARTD)

Fourth Semester

MATH 284 - Linear Algebra 4 semester hours
PHYS 263 - General Physics III: Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics 4 semester hours (NSLD)
Behavioral and social sciences distribution 3 semester hours (BSSD) **
Humanities distribution 3 semester hours (HUMD)

Total Credit Hours: 60

* ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , if needed for ENGL 102 /ENGL 103 , or elective. English course placement is determined by Accuplacer English/Reading Test, AP/IB, or transfer credits.

** Behavioral and Social Science Distribution (BSSD) courses must come from different disciplines.

Program Outline / Degree Requirements

General Education Requirements

Foundation Courses

English Foundation 3 semester hours (ENGF)
MATH 181 - Calculus I 4 semester hours (MATF)

Distribution Courses

CHEM 131 - Principles of Chemistry I 4 semester hours (NSLD)
CHEM 132 - Principles of Chemistry II 4 semester hours (NSLD)
Arts distribution 3 semester hours (ARTD)
Behavioral and social sciences distribution 3 semester hours (BSSD)*
Behavioral and social sciences distribution 3 semester hours (BSSD)*
Humanities distribution 3 semester hours (HUMD)

General Education Elective

PHYS 161 - General Physics I: Mechanics and Heat 3 semester hours (NSND/GEEL)

Program Requirements

CMSC 140 - Introduction to Programming 3 semester hours
ENES 206 - MATLAB for Engineers 1 semester hour
ENGL 101 - Introduction to College Writing 3 semester hours *
MATH 182 - Calculus II 4 semester hours
MATH 280 - Multivariable Calculus 4 semester hours
MATH 282 - Differential Equations 3 semester hours
MATH 284 - Linear Algebra 4 semester hours
PHYS 262 - General Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism 4 semester hours (NSLD)
PHYS 263 - General Physics III: Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics 4 semester hours (NSLD)

Total Credit Hours: 60

* ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , if needed for ENGL 102 /ENGL 103 , or elective. English course placement is determined by Accuplacer English/Reading Test, AP/IB, or transfer credits.

** Behavioral and Social Science Distribution (BSSD) courses must come from different disciplines.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

Identify, formulate, and solve basic physics problems.
Integrate natural sciences to build solid foundation in physics applications using appropriate mathematical skills.
Use appropriate and varied computer application software in physics.
Design, perform, collect, and analyze data for simple physics experiments using the scientific method.