Physics (Science and Mathematics) AS
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- Major
- Physics
- Degree
- Physics (Science and Mathematics) A.S.
Description
Graduates of the Associate in Science in Physics transfer to four-year colleges and universities to complete bachelor's degrees in physics or related subjects requiring a strong background in physics, other natural sciences, and mathematics.
Requirements
Complete CSS-100
| CSS-100 College Student Success |
Complete the following groups:
COMPLETE ENG-101
| ENG-101 College Composition I |
COMPLETE ENG-102
| ENG-102 College Composition II |
Complete the following courses:
| MAT-111 Calculus I |
| MAT-112 Calculus II |
| CSC-100 Intro to Computers and Computing |
Complete 4 credits Science Electives
| BIO-111 Anatomy and Physiology I |
| BIO-211 Anatomy and Physiology II |
| BIO-115 Principles of Biology I |
| BIO-116 Principles of Biology II |
| BIO-208 Ecology |
| BIO-230 Histology |
| GEO-111 Physical Geology |
Complete the following groups:
COMPLETE ENG-112
| ENG-112 Speech |
Complete 1 Social Science Elective.
Complete 1 Humanities Elective.
Complete 1 Social Science or Humanities Elective.
Complete the following courses:
| CSC-101 Scientific Programming |
| MAT-211 Calculus III |
| MAT-212 Differential Equations |
| PHY-111 Engineering Physics I |
| PHY-211 Engineering Physics II |
| PHY-212 Engineering Physics III |
Complete 1 Program Restricted Elective course.
TAKE 1 COURSE FROM: MAT-114 CSC-115 CSC-117 or CSC-118
| MAT-114 Introduction Probabilities and Statistics |
| CSC-115 Programming in C++ for Comp Science |
| CSC-117 Java Programming |
| CSC-118 Python Programming |
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Additional Program Information
Upon successful completion of the Physics AS Program, students will be able to:
- Apply scientific methods to solve scientific problems.
- Perform laboratory procedures and assess the validity of experimental data.
- Present scientific findings in written, verbal and electronic formats.
- Employ critical thinking and problem-solving skills to solve technical problems.
- Incorporate numerical calculations and technology to solve problems that are not easily solved analytically.
- Work effectively on a team and ethically with a scientific community.
We look forward to helping you achieve your goals. Use one of the links below to start your journey at HCCC!
Are you ready to get started?
- Apply today.
- Visit our Admissions and Financial Aid page for more information.
Are you looking for more information?
- Contact the School of STEM at (201) 360-4265 or via email at stemprogramsFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE.
- View other programs in the STEM Meta-Major or view all Academic Pathways.
- For more information on STEM careers, visit Career Coach.
Are you looking for other options?
- Visit the School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development.
- Visit HCCC’s Early College program page.
- Thinking about transfer? Visit the Transfer Pathways page.
Contact Information
Dr. Raffaella Pernice
Coordinator
263 Academy Street, Room 604
Jersey City, NJ 07306
(201) 360-4277
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School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
263 Academy Street, Room S204
Jersey City, NJ 07306
(201) 360-4265
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