Associate in Science, Emphasis in Physics

Associate in Science, Emphasis in Physics - Summer 2021
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Field of Interest

Field of Interest: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

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Associate in Science, Emphasis in Physics

Physics is the physical science that studies how the universe works, from cosmology to the subatomic realm. The goal of physics is to explain what happens in the natural world with just a few comprehensive principles. Physicists have discovered and described physical forces and laws ranging from gravity to quantum mechanics to wormholes.

In MCC’s Physics program, you will study conservation principles, including energy and momentum. Explore the exciting world of mechanics, electricity, and magnetism, as well as thermodynamics, quantum physics, and relativity.

Details

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Field of Interest
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Type
Associate Degree
Academic Plan
Associate in Science, Emphasis in Physics (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
8606
Total Credits Required
60-64
Catalog Year
2020-2021
Effective Term
Fall 2020
Final Term
Summer 2021
Program Notes

Students must earn a grade of C or better in each course in the program.

Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges to earn a degree with this emphasis.

Transfer Options

This pathway map can lead to multiple transfer options.

A list of available transfer options for the Associate in Science, Emphasis in Physics - Summer 2021 program
Transfer Partner Degree Type Transfer Program
Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences) Bachelor of Science Physics
Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences) Bachelor of Science Biophysics
Arizona State University (College of Integrative Sciences and Arts) Bachelor of Science Applied Physics
Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences) Bachelor of Arts Physics
Northern Arizona University Bachelor of Science Physics
University of Arizona Bachelor of Science Physics
University of Arizona Bachelor of Arts Physics

What You’ll Learn

This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:

  1. Communicate scientific ideas, both qualitatively and quantitatively, using an appropriate technical vocabulary.
  2. Collaborate with others from diverse backgrounds.
  3. Provide order of magnitude estimates for physical quantities in appropriate units.
  4. Describe, predict, and explain real-world phenomena, utilizing a variety of different representations, such as mathematical, graphical, and pictorial formalisms.
  5. Collect and analyze experimental data, and then draw reasonable conclusions to both develop and support the laws of Physics.
  6. Apply principles of Physics to solve problems both inside and outside the classroom.
  7. Transfer information and problem-solving methods from familiar to unfamiliar contexts.

Career Opportunities

An education in physics, with its understanding of how the world works, opens the door to a diverse range of career paths. People who major in physics find employment in research, engineering, education, defense, healthcare, energy, technology, and other fields.

Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.

Materials Scientists

$90,005

Natural Sciences Managers

$104,170

Physicists

$163,007

Postsecondary Physics Teachers

$63,340

Quality Control Analysts

$42,633

Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists

$121,409

Remote Sensing Technicians

$42,633

Secondary School Teachers

$54,253

* Career and wage information provided by Emsi using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources and Emsi’s proprietary analytical processes. Emsi’s data covers multiple classes of workers including QCEW, non-QCEW, and those who are self-employed.Disclaimer

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

  • Students should meet withan academic advisorto develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in yourStudent Centerto manage your plan.
  • The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
  • Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
  • Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include AAA/CPD150, AAA/CPD150AC, CPD104, and AAA115/CPD115. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.

Pathway Map Options

There are multiple options available for this pathway map. These options vary depending on the available transfer institutions and what degrees you may be able to transfer into.

这些路径映射选项可以共享一些公共有限公司ursework. To explore what additional coursework may be required, select your desired option from the list below. Once selected, the list of courses and any associated details will be automatically updated in the course sequence below. The differences between individual pathway map options may only be a few courses.

Full-time Sequence

Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.

A list of additional requirements for this pathway map
Awareness Areas
  • 除了需求中确认sequence below, students must complete the following awareness areas if not otherwise met by other program requirements:
    • Cultural [C] and
    • Global [G] or Historical [H]
  • Students are strongly encouraged to visit withan academic advisorto ensure completion of all graduation requirements.

Note:Because you are viewing this pathway map on a mobile device, some columns below have been hidden. To view all columns, please rotate your device or view this page on a device with a larger screen.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
MAT220or
MAT221		 Calculus with Analytic Geometry IorCalculus with Analytic Geometry I Critical courseGateway course MA 4–5
ENG101or
ENG107		 First-Year CompositionorFirst-Year Composition for ESL FYC 3
COM100or
COM110or
COM225or
COM230		 Introduction to Human CommunicationorInterpersonal CommunicationorPublic SpeakingorSmall Group Communication SBorL 3
SB Social-Behavioral Sciences 3
HU Humanities, Arts, & Design Course 3
AAA/CPD115 or
AAA/CPD150or
AAA/CPD150ACor
CPD104		 Creating College SuccessorStrategies for College SuccessorEducational and Career PlanningorCareer and Personal Development 0–3
Language Any 101 Level Language Course See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency 3–5

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
MAT230 or
MAT231		 Calculus with Analytic Geometry IIorCalculus with Analytic Geometry II MA 4–5
CRE101 College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking L 0–3
ENG102or
ENG108		 First-Year CompositionorFirst-Year Composition for ESL FYC 3
PHY115 or
PHY121		 University Physics IorUniversity Physics I: Mechanics SQ 4–5
Language Any 102 Level Language Course See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency 3–5

Term 3

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 3
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
PHY116 or
PHY131		 University Physics IIorUniversity Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism SQ 4–5
MAT240 or
MAT241		 Calculus with Analytic Geometry IIIorCalculus with Analytic Geometry III MA 4–5
Transfer Option Transfer Option 0–5
Transfer Option Transfer Option 0–5
Language Any 201 Level Language Course See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency 3–5

Term 4

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 4
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
HU Humanities, Arts, & Design Course 3
SB Social-Behavioral Sciences 3
L Literacy & Critical Inquiry Recommend selecting a course that satisfies [L] and [SB] or [L] and [HU] or [L] and (COM) or [L] andCRE101requirements simultaneously. 0–3
Transfer Option Transfer Option 0–5
Transfer Option Transfer Option 0–5
Language Any 202 Level Language Course See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency 3–5

Part-time Sequence

Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.

A list of additional requirements for this pathway map
Awareness Areas
  • 除了需求中确认sequence below, students must complete the following awareness areas if not otherwise met by other program requirements:
    • Cultural [C] and
    • Global [G] or Historical [H]
  • Students are strongly encouraged to visit withan academic advisorto ensure completion of all graduation requirements.

Note:Because you are viewing this pathway map on a mobile device, some columns below have been hidden. To view all columns, please rotate your device or view this page on a device with a larger screen.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
MAT220or
MAT221		 Calculus with Analytic Geometry IorCalculus with Analytic Geometry I Critical courseGateway course MA 4–5
ENG101or
ENG107		 First-Year CompositionorFirst-Year Composition for ESL FYC 3
AAA/CPD115 or
AAA/CPD150or
AAA/CPD150ACor
CPD104		 Creating College SuccessorStrategies for College SuccessorEducational and Career PlanningorCareer and Personal Development 0–3

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
MAT230 or
MAT231		 Calculus with Analytic Geometry IIorCalculus with Analytic Geometry II MA 4–5
ENG102or
ENG108		 First-Year CompositionorFirst-Year Composition for ESL FYC 3
CRE101 College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking L 0–3

Term 3

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 3
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
PHY115 or
PHY121		 University Physics IorUniversity Physics I: Mechanics SQ 4–5
SB Social-Behavioral Sciences 3

Term 4

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 4
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
PHY116 or
PHY131		 University Physics IIorUniversity Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism SQ 4–5
MAT240 or
MAT241		 Calculus with Analytic Geometry IIIorCalculus with Analytic Geometry III MA 4–5

Term 5

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 5
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
COM100or
COM110or
COM225or
COM230		 Introduction to Human CommunicationorInterpersonal CommunicationorPublic SpeakingorSmall Group Communication SBorL 3
SB Social-Behavioral Sciences 3
Transfer Option Transfer Option 0–5

Term 6

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 6
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
HU Humanities, Arts, & Design Course 3
Language Any 101 Level Language Course See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency 3–5
Transfer Option Transfer Option 0–5

Term 7

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 7
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
HU Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design 3
Transfer Option Transfer Option 0–5
Language Any 102 Level Language Course See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency 3–5

Term 8

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 8
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
L Literacy & Critical Inquiry Recommend selecting a course that satisfies [L] and [SB] or [L] and [HU] or [L] and (COM) or [L] andCRE101requirements simultaneously. 0–3
Transfer Option Transfer Option 0–5
Language Any 201 Level Language Course See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency 3–5

Term 9

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 9
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
Language Any 202 Level Language Course See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency 3–5

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Course Area Key

Gateway Course= Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.

Critical Course= A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.

  • C= Cultural Diversity in the US
  • CS= Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
  • FYC= First Year Composition
  • G= Global Awareness
  • H= Historical Awareness
  • HU= Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
  • L= Literacy & Critical Inquiry
  • MA= Mathematics
  • SB= Social-Behavioral Sciences
  • SG= Natural Sciences General
  • SQ= Natural Sciences Quantitative

Disclaimer

Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.

At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet withan academic advisorto discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.

View MCCCD’s curriculum website for theAssociate in Science in Associate in Science, Emphasis in Physics (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm10?id=137171).

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