DEGREE
- A.S.—Physics
See also:
A.S.—Science, General
Program Description
The CRC PHYSICS, PHYSICAL SCIENCE and ASTRONOMY department offers a full array of transferable courses that fulfill both major and general education requirements.
The CRC PHYSICS program consists of a three-semester calculus-based sequence for physical science and engineering students, a two-semester calculus-based sequence for life science students, and a two-semester trigonometry-based sequence for life science students. These sequences are designed to meet transfer requirements for students in the physical and life sciences, engineering, architecture, and computer information science. Laboratories are well-equipped and central to the courses. Physics is presented as a dynamic, exciting field and is taught by experienced and dedicated instructors who consider teaching their primary responsibility.
Courses in Astronomy, Physical Science and Conceptual Physics are offered as part of the general education program at CRC. Labs are offered for astronomy and physical science. All are excellent paths leading to the appreciation and application of scientific knowledge and methods for the non-science student.
Science Website: www.crc.losrios.edu/phys-ps-astr
Career Opportunities
| CALCULUS-BASED PHYSICS: | |
| Physicist | Engineer |
| Meteorologist | Oceanographer |
| Geologist | Physical Scientist |
| Astronomer | Chemist |
| Architect | Computer Scientist |
| Life Science fields | |
| TRIGONOMETRY-BASED PHYSICS: | |
| Pre-Med | Allied Health |
| Life Science fields | |
Highlights
- Modern and well-equipped laboratories
- Small class size and ample contact with friendly, knowledgeable instructors
- Evening session calculus-based physics for scientists/engineers sequence completion
- A Mathematics, Engineering, and Science Achievement (MESA) program
NOTE TO TRANSFER STUDENTS:
If you are interested in transferring to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor's degree in this major, it is critical that you meet with a CRC counselor to select and plan the courses for your major. Schools vary widely in terms of the required preparation. The courses that CRC requires for an associate's degree in this major may be different from the requirements needed for the bachelor's degree.
For information about the student learning outcomes for this program, see www.crc.losrios.edu/pslo