The Associate of Science for Transfer (AS-T) in Physics provides students with a deep understanding of the world around them. This degree provides students with transfer preparation and pre-professional training. The AS-T in Physics explores with finding and using the rules that govern everything—from the smallest pieces of the atom to the various collections of atoms—molecules, balls, planets, stars, and more---that compose the myriad contents of the universe. Students should consult with a counselor to determine whether this degree is the best option for their transfer goals.
The Associate in Science for Transfer (AA-T) degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing the AS-T are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major.
To earn this Physics AA-T degree, students must meet the following requirements:
- Completion of the following major requirements with a minimum grade of "C" (or "P").
- Certified completion of the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC), which requires a minimum of 34 units; and
- Completion of a minimum 60 Cal-GETC transferrable semester units with a minimum “C” grade required in each course. A “C” is defined as a minimum of 2.0 grade points on a 4.0 scale.
Students planning on transferring to a four-year institution and major in Physics should consult with a counselor regarding the transfer process and lower division requirements.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: | ||
| CS 190 | Programming in C++ | 4 |
| MATH 250 | Single Variable Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 251 | Single Variable Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 252 | Multivariable Calculus | 5 |
| MATH 265 | Linear Algebra | 4 |
| MATH 266 | Ordinary Differential Equations | 4 |
| PHYSIC 202 | Physics I | 4 |
| PHYSIC 203 | Physics II | 4 |
| PHYSIC 204 | Physics III | 4 |
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Major Total | 37 | |
| Total Units That May Be Double Counted | 7 | |
| General Education (Cal-GETC) Units | 34 | |
| Elective Units | 0-2 | |
| Total Units (Maximum) | 66 | |
See Section on Degree, Certificate, and Transfer Information for additional information on the Associate Degrees for Transfer.
To earn an SBVC Associate Degree for Transfer (AA-T or AS-T) students must complete the following General Education (GE) pattern:
Program Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate general knowledge of physical concepts and principles appropriate for lower division courses in physics.
- Apply critical thinking skills and physical methods in solving problems appropriate for lower division physics courses.
- Demonstrate standard laboratory skills and techniques appropriate for lower division courses in physics, as well as communicate concepts and results through well-organized lab reports.