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Physics AS

Effective Fall 2019

The Physics program prepares students for transfer to four-year institutions for continued study in the areas of physics, mathematics, engineering and other physics-related fields. Physics includes a wide variety of disciplines and specializations, ranging from very practical, technology-driven fields to the study of the fundamental laws and structure of the universe.

Required Core: (36.5 units) Units
Course Units
MATH 1 (Calculus I) 5
MATH 2 (Calculus II) 5
MATH 3 (Multivariable Calculus) 5
MATH 5 (Ordinary Differential Equations) 3.5
PHYS 1A (General Physics I) 5
PHYS 1B (General Physics II) 5
PHYS 1C (General Physics III) 5
PHYS 1D (General Physics IV) 3

 

Program-Based GE: (3.5 Units)
Course Units
MATH 7 (Elementary Linear Algebra) 3.5

 

Units
Units Category Units
Total Units in the Major 36.5
Additional General Education and Elective Units 20
Total Units 60

See the Las Positas College General Education Pattern for the Associate of Science Degree for a listing of areas and courses. Double counting courses in GE and the major is permissible. The number of units that may be double counted will depend on the entry point to the degree program and the optional course(s) taken. Consult with an adviser or a counselor to plan the courses necessary to achieve your academic goal.

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