Dec 03, 2024  
2024-2025 Catalog with Addendum 
    
2024-2025 Catalog with Addendum

Physics, AS

Location(s): Central Campus


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Physicists study the fundamental nature of the universe, ranging from the vastness of space to the smallest of subatomic particles.

With our Physics AS, you can move forward in your career and develop new technologies, methods, and theories based on the results of research to deepen our understanding of how things work and contribute to innovative, real-world applications.

Upon completion of our Physics degree, you are prepared to continue your study of physics at a four-year institution or pursue admission into various medical related, technology and engineering fields.

Marketable skills for this award include: analytical/quantitative skills, critical thinking, mathematics, problem solving, team work and written communication skills.

 

Associate of Science
TSI Complete

Major Courses: 15 Credits


Major Courses must not duplicate courses taken to fulfill TJC Core Curriculum requirements.

TJC Core Curriculum: 45


In addition to Major Courses, the student is required to take 45 credit hours from the TJC Core Curriculum . These courses must not duplicate courses taken to fulfill Major Courses requirements.

Major Courses: 15
TJC Core Curriculum: 45

Total Semester Hours: 60


Recommended Course Sequence:


First Semester


Second Semester


Third Semester


Fourth Semester


Total Semester Hours: 60


**From the TJC Core Curriculum course choices, MATH 2413 , PHYS 2425  and PHYS 2426  are required for the Physics, AS. With the requirement of MATH 2413 , Core hours will be at 45 credits.

*Recommended TJC Core Curriculum course. Other Core Curriculum courses may satisfy this requirement.

To receive the degree, the student must make a minimum grade of “C” in all required math and science courses.

For more information, contact: Department Chair, Engineering/Physical Sciences, G-207/903-510-2887.

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