Physics
- AS - Transfer Program
- Department of Engineering Science and Physics
PUT YOUR TRANSFER AND CAREER PLANS INTO MOTION WITH THIS ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN PHYSICS
Through MCC’s Physics A.S. degree program, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge you need for success at top four-year institutions and future careers in science, engineering or education-based professions.
As an MCC graduate, you’ll be ready to transfer to physics and physics-related majors at top colleges and universities like:
- University of Buffalo
- SUNY Geneseo
- University of Rochester
- Rochester Institute of Technology
- Syracuse University
- St. John Fisher College
- Cornell University
BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY WITH AN EXCITING COMBINATION OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND REAL-WORLD APPLICATIONS
In MCC’s physics associate degree program, you’ll be challenged by a dynamic combination of classroom, lab, and field work. Under the guidance of your physics department professors, you’ll conduct scientific research and gain valuable hands-on experience.
Along the way, you’ll develop the critical thinking, problem solving and communication skills you need for rewarding careers in a wide variety of scientific and technical categories, such as:
- Engineering
- Materials Science
- Astronomy
- Meteorology
- Education
Get in touch with Monroe Community College’s admissions office to learn more about the opportunities you can create with a liberal arts associate degree in physics. Contact us at (585) 292-2200 or at admissions@monroecc.edu.
PHYSICS
A.S. Degree - Transfer Program
Department:Engineering Science and Physics
School(s): Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)
MCC Program Code: PY01
Description
The Physics A.S. degree program prepares students to transfer and earn a Baccalaureate degree in Physics or a related area, by providing both physics and general education courses that parallel the first two years at a four-year institution.
Program Learning Outcomes
1.Solve various problems by applying a fundamental understanding of the basic principles of physics and mathematics
2.Design and conduct experiments
3.Analyze and interpret the results of experiments
4.Develop skill in using computers for data acquisition and analysis
5.Develop skill in using computers for mathematical modeling
6.Display effective presentation/communication skills
Employment Potential
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Requirements for Program Entrance
Physics requirement: Regents Physics (exam score >/= 70) OR PHY 145 (grade of C or better).
Math requirement: HS Precalculus (exam score >/= 83) OR Level 10 Math at MCC OR MTH 175 (grade of C or better).
Chemistry requirement: Regents Chemistry (exam score >/= 70) OR CHE 145 (grade of C or better).
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Distribution Requirements | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| FIRST SEMESTER |  |
| ENG 101 College Composition OR ENG 200 Advanced Composition | 3 |
| MTH 210 Calculus I (grade of C or higher required) | 4 |
| CHE 151 General College Chemistry I (grade of C- or higher required) | 4 |
| SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION - WORLD HISTORY AND GLOBAL AWARENESS (SUNY-WHGA) ELECTIVE | 3 |
| SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
First Semester Total: | 17 |
| SECOND SEMESTER | |
| MTH 211 Calculus II (grade of C or higher required) | 4 |
| CHE 152 General College Chemistry II | 4 |
| PHY 161 University Physics 1 (grade of C or higher required) | 4 |
| ENG 105 Introduction to Literature | 3 |
Second Semester Total: | 15 |
| THIRD SEMESTER | |
| MTH 212 Calculus III (grade of C or higher required) | 4 |
| CSC 101 Introduction to Object-oriented Programming | 4 |
| PHY 261 University Physics II (grade of C or higher required) | 4 |
| OPEN ELECTIVE* | 3 |
Total Third Total: | 15 |
| FOURTH SEMESTER | |
| MTH 225 Differential Equations | 4 |
| MTH 230 Linear Algebra | 4 |
| PHY 262 Modern Physics | 4 |
| OPEN ELECTIVE* | 3 |
Fourth Semester Total: | 15 |
TOTAL CREDITS: | 62 |
Revised: 7/13/2023