Physics
The following courses comprise the basics for a student intending to complete a baccalaureate degree in physics at a university. A degree in physics could lead to a research career or other science-oriented careers that require a physics background. A student planning to teach physics at the high school level would be encouraged to take secondary education coursework (see Education-Secondary Education) as well.
General Education Requirements
Students must complete the college core requirements consisting of 34 credit hours and a minimum of nine additional credits in AS disciplines for an Associate of Science degree or nine additional credits in AA disciplines for an Associate of Arts degree.
Degree Requirements
- 20 credits completed at DCC
- 2.00 (C) grade point average
- Minimum of 60 total credits
- Suggested Courses Credits (some may satisfy Core Requirements)
- CH121 College Chemistry I 4
- CH131 College Chemistry I Lab 1
- CH122 College Chemistry II 4
- CH132 College Chemistry II Lab 1
- MA141 Calculus I 5
- MA142 Calculus II 5
- MA243 Calculus III 5
- PH227 General Engineering Physics I 3
- PH237 General Engineering Physics I Lab 1
- PH228 General Engineering Physics II 3
- PH238 General Engineering Physics II Lab 1
The courses listed above are reflective of those most commonly required in preparation for transfer to another college or university. When selecting courses, students should consult the catalog of the school to which they intend to transfer.
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