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The AS-T in Physics provides students with a strong academic foundation in the field and preparation for upper division baccalaureate study. Students who have completed the AS-T in Physics will have satisfied the lower division requirements for transfer into Physics or a similar major for many campuses in the California State University system. Please consult a GCC counselor regarding specific course requirements for your transfer institution. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to Apply appropriate physical laws and mathematical techniques to analyze various physical situations. Perform various scientific experiments and to analyze data to check agreement with theoretical predictions.
All courses used to satisfy the major for the Associate in Science degree must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.
| PREREQUISITE COURSES | REQUIRED COURSES FOR MAJOR | UNITS | |
| Placement is based on academic background or satisfactory completion of MATH 110 or 110B |
MATH 103E |
Calculus and Analytic Geometry I Calculus & Analytic Geometry I with Support Honors Calculus & Analytic Geometry I |
5 or 6 or 5 |
| MATH 103E | MATH 104E or MATH 104EH |
Calculus and Analytic Geometry II Honors Calculus & Analytic Geometry II |
5 or 5 |
| MATH 104E | MATH 105 or MATH 105H |
Multivariable and Vector Calculus Honors Multivariable & Vector Calculus |
5 or 5 |
| MATH 103E; MATH 104E (may be taken concurrently) | PHY 101 or PHY 101H |
Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Honors Physics for Scientist and Engineers: A |
5 or 5 |
| PHY 101 and MATH 104 | PHY 102 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers: B |
5 |
| PHY 101 and MATH 104 | PHY 103 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers: C |
5 |
| TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED |
30 |
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NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED IF PREREQUISITES ARE NOT MET. SEE A COUNSELOR TO PREPARE A STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.
| Fall 2025 | GCC Catalog 2025-2026 |
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Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year. |
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