Physical Science PSC

PSC 100 Survey of Chemistry and Physics

Units

4

Hours

108 contact hours total

Advisory

MATH 080 (Intermediate Algebra) or MATH 085 (Intermediate Algebra with Integrated Support) or Qualifying profile from the Mathematics placement process.

Transfers to

CSU, UC

An introduction to the basic principles of physics and chemistry including matter, physical and chemical properties, energy, motion, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, light, atomic structure, bonding, solutions and chemical reactions. The inter-dependence of chemistry and physics will be emphasized. Designed for non-science majors, concepts are introduced in lab through inquiry and further developed during discussion.

Not on the Summer 2026 schedule.