Physics
This program parallels the first two years of baccalaureate degree programs in physics related fields. The major prepares graduates to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue studies in physics, applied physics, computational physics, astronomy, astrophysics, geology, meteorology, material sciences, and other related fields.
What will students learn if they study Science Transfer? Students concentrate on the theoretical and applied sciences, and mathematics. This prepares them to meet the challenges of advanced study in professional careers.
Are there any requirements that must be satisfied before taking courses in the major? Students must have a grade of "C" or better in high school algebra II, geometry, advanced algebra and trigonometry, laboratory chemistry and laboratory physics. They must also pass the College's placement test.
How long will it take to complete this degree? Students who do not need developmental coursework can complete the degree in two years. They can shorten the amount of time by taking courses in the summer and winter sessions.
Questions? Contact Dr. Diane Trainor, Department Chair, at (732) 906-2587 .
PHYSICS- Science Transfer
Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree PHY.AS
Below are required courses and recommended course groupings and sequences for program completion. |
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| Courses | | Credits | | | Semester I | | | | CHM 123 | General Chemistry I | 4 | MAT 014 or appropriate score on the College Placement Test and one year of high school chemistry or CHM 010 | | ENG 121 | English Composition I | 3 | A passing score on the writing portion of the College's Placement Test or a grade of "C" or better in ENG 010; completion of RDG 009 with a "C" or better or a score on the reading portion of the College Placement Test that exempts the students from RDG 009 | | MAT 131 | Analytical Geometry and Calculus I | 4 | MAT 129, or MAT 129A/129B, or appropriate score on the College Placement Test and/or satisfactory score on the Diagnostic Examination, or departmental approval |
___ ___ | General Education Social Science Elective (GE SS) | 3 | |
___ ___ | Physical/Health Ed Elective | 1-3 | | | Semester II | | | | | CHM 124 | General Chemistry II | 4 | CHM 123 | | MAT 132 | Analytical Geometry and Calculus II | 4 | MAT 131, MAT 131A/131B, or equivalent | | PHY 131 | Analytical Physics I | 4 | One year of high school laboratory physics, MAT 131 or equivalent |
___ ___ | General Education Social Science Elective (GE SS) | 3 | | | ENG 122 | English Composition II | 3 | A grade of "C" or better in ENG 121 and a passing score on the reading portion of the College Placement Test or a grade of "C" or better in ENG 121 and a grade of "C" or better in RDG 011 | | Semester III | | | | | MAT 210 | Linear Algebra | 4 | MAT 132 | | MAT 233 | Analytical Geometry and Calculus III | 4 | MAT 132 or equivalent | | PHY 132 | Analytical Physics II | 4 | PHY 131. MAT 132 or equivalent |
___ ___ | General Education Humanities Elective (GE HUM) | 3 | | | Semester IV | | | | | MAT 234 | Differential Equations | 4 | MAT 233 or approval of Department Chairperson of Mathematics | | PHY 231 | Analytical Physics III | 4 | PHY 132, MAT 132 | | Computer Science Elective | 3-4 | CSC 105 or higher | | General Education Humanities Elective (GE HUM) | 3 | | | Total Credits: | 62-65 | |
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