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Physical Sciences AS

Purpose

The Physical Sciences program provides a strong mathematics and science background for transfer to a four year college or university. The curriculum prepares students for study leading to a bachelor's degree in a variety of fields, including chemistry, geology, and physics. It is also a first step toward a graduate degree in medical sciences.

Program Objectives

A graduate should be able to:

  • prepare for and conduct scientific experiments.
  • use and understand basic instrumentation.
  • analyze and interpret scientific data.
  • demonstrate an extensive problem-solving capability.

Curriculum

First Semester

ENG 101 English Composition I 3
MAT 190 Calculus I 4
CHE 151 Principles of Chemistry I or 4
PHY 151 Principles of Physics I
Elective Economics, Geography or Political Science 3
(14 Credit Hours)

Second Semester

ENG 102 English Composition II 3
MAT 190 Calculus I or 4
MAT 201 Calculus II
CHE 152 Principles of Chemistry II or 4
PHY 152 Principles of Physics II
Elective Anthropology, Psychology or Sociology 3
Elective Physical Education 2
(16 Credit Hours)

Third Semester

Elective Art, Foreign Language/Studies, Literature Music, Philosophy or Speech 3
HIS 103, 105 or 107 History of Western Civilization 3
MAT 201 Calculus II or 4
MAT 202 Calculus III
CHE 261 Organic Chemistry I or 3-4
PHY 153 Modern Physics
Elective Elective 4
(17-18 Credit Hours)

Fourth Semester

HIS History Elective 3
Elective Art, Foreign Language/Studies, Music, Literature, Philosophy or Speech 3
MAT 202 Calculus III or 4
MAT 220 Linear Algebra or
MAT 223 Differential Equations
CHE 262 Organic Chemistry II 4
Elective Elective 4
(18 Credit Hours)

TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS CREDIT: 65-66

Academic Advising

Professional academic advisors are available to assist you with your academic advising needs. Advising services are available for all full time and part time students. Email advising@mc3.edu

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