Physics

Award Type: Associate in Science for Transfer

The Associate in Arts for Transfer in Physics will prepare students to move into the California State University (CSU) system to pursue a baccalaureate degree in Physics or Engineering Physics.

Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements

Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to a California State University, including the following:

1. Completion of the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
2. A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis as determined by the community college district.
3. Obtainment of an overall minimum grade point average of 2.0.
4. Minimum grade of C (or P grade if taken on a pass/no pass basis) for each course in the major.

The following Allan Hancock College graduation requirements will not be required: Health and Wellness, Multicultural Gender Studies and Allan Hancock College General Education.

The graduate of the Associate in Science for Transfer in Physics will:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental laws of physics and physical terminology.
2. Apply physical principles to solve a variety of simple problems.
3. Demonstrate the proper use of physical apparatus for testing and observing physical theories.
4. Write scientific reports on a given experiment indicating the significance of the experiment and the degree to which the results verify a principle or law.
5. Analyze complex problems to identify single principle components and synthesize from multiple concepts.