Physics
Associate of Science
Catalog 2008-09
MHCC Faculty Advisor:
David Faust: 503-491-7358 - Room AC 2593 David.Faust@mhcc.edu
Physics is the study of the structure and organization of the universe. It encompasses the observation of forces and matter, of motion, of cause and effect, and of the intrinsic properties of space and time. Physics analyzes these concepts in detail and uses them to synthesize models of complex phenomena.
Curricular Outcomes
At the completion of this curriculum, the student should be able to:
- retain and apply critical physics concepts while enrolled in the curriculum and upon transfer
- work cooperatively, use equipment and instruments properly, and carefully analyze data in the laboratory setting
- demonstrate mastery of physics concepts
- transition conceptual material into accurate mathematical models
- utilize calculus-based mathematics to solve physics problems
- transfer to four-year institutions and succeed in upper-division coursework.
The two-year program listed below is designed to meet the requirements
for an Associate of Science degree from MHCC and prepare a
student for obtaining a Bachelor of Science/Arts in Physics at Eastern
Oregon University, Oregon State University, Portland State University,
Southern Oregon University, or University of Oregon. However,
students from MHCC seeking a baccalaureate degree may also transfer
to other institutions that require different courses within the various
subject areas of General Education. Students interested in transferring
to a four-year college or university after MHCC should consult with
the institution they will be attending, the faculty advisor, and/or the
MHCC Academic Advising and Transfer Center.
| First Quarter |
Cr |
| CH221 |
CH221 General Chemistry I |
5 |
| MTH251 |
Calculus I: Differential Calculus |
4 |
| WR121 |
English Composition |
3 |
| |
Humanities Requirement 1 |
3 |
| 15 |
| Second Quarter |
|
| CH222 |
General Chemistry II |
5 |
| MTH252 |
Calculus II: Integral Calculus |
4 |
| WR122 |
English Composition: Critical Thinking |
3 |
| |
Social Science Requirements 1 |
3 |
| 15 |
| Third Quarter |
|
| CH223 |
General Chemistry III |
5 |
| CS120 |
Computing Concepts I |
3 |
| CS120L |
Computing Concepts Lab I |
1 |
| MTH253 |
Calculus III |
4 |
| WR123 |
English Composition: Research or
WR227 Technical Report Writing |
3 |
| 16 |
| Fourth Quarter |
|
| MTH254 |
Calculus IV: Vector Calculus |
5 |
| PH211 |
General Physics with Calculus I |
5 |
| |
Humanities Requirement1 |
3 |
| |
Elective2 |
3 |
| 16 |
| Fifth Quarter |
|
| MTH256 |
Differential Equations |
5 |
| PH212 |
General Physics with Calculus II |
5 |
| |
Social Science Requirements 1 |
3 |
| |
Elective2 |
3 |
|
16
|
| Sixth Quarter |
|
| PH213 |
General Physics with Calculus III |
5 |
| SP111 |
Fundamentals of Public Speaking |
3 |
| |
Health & Physical Education Requirement 1 |
3 |
| |
Elective 2 |
3-4 |
| 14-15 |
1 Refer to Associate of Science requirements, pages 11-12 of the printed catalog.
2 Suggested electives include: PH109C, PH121-123, MTH243-244, MTH261.
Transfer Schools' Web Links
Eastern Oregon University - http://physics.eou.edu/
Oregon State University - http://www.physics.orst.edu/
Portland State University - http://physics.pdx.edu/
Southern Oregon University - http://www.sou.edu/physics/
University of Oregon - http://physics.uoregon.edu/
Disclaimer
This information is meant to serve as a general guide for students intending to major in Physics. Specific requirements for transfer will vary from school to school. It is the student’s responsibility to contact his/her four-year transfer school to learn the specific requirements of the transfer school.
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