Associate of Science General Transfer - Physics Pathway

This program is available at the Springfield - Leffel Lane location.

The Physics Pathway of the Associate of Science emphasizes transfer preparation for students to pursue a bachelor's degree in science. An Associate of Science degree provides the foundational knowledge and skills in general education that are often required within a Bachelor’s degree. Courses in this pathway focus on mathematics and the natural sciences including chemistry, physics, and Calculus. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for seamless transfer into a Bachelor of Science program, particularly at state institutions in Ohio.

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Embedded Certificates

This degree program contains one or more embedded certificates which will automatically be awarded if the certificate requirements are met unless students contact Records and Registration and indicate they do not wish to have the certificate credential awarded.

Outcomes and Curriculum

Upon completion of an Associate of Science degree in Physics a graduate will be able to:

Write clearly and accurately in a variety of contexts and formats.
Speak clearly and accurately in a variety of contexts and formats.
Use critical thinking and problem solving to draw logical conclusions.
Use numerical data to solve problems, explain phenomena and make predictions.
Successfully transfer to a baccalaureate degree program.

Course	Title	Credits
Fall
CHM 1210	General Chemistry I	5
MTH 2200	Calculus I	5
ENG 1111	English I	3
SOC 1110	Introduction to Sociology
or PSY 1111	Introduction to Psychology	3
FYE 1101	College Success	1

Spring
CHM 1220	General Chemistry II	5
MTH 2220	Calculus II	5
ENG 1112	English II	3
PLS 2300	Introduction to International Relations	3

Fall
PHY 2501	College Physics I with Calculus	5
MTH 2242	Multivariable Calculus	5
PHL 2000	Critical Thinking	3
COM 1120	Public Speaking I	3

Spring
PHY 2502	College Physics II with Calculus	5
MTH 2430	Differential Equations	4
ENG 1600	Introduction to Literature	3
--	Linear Algebra* (Course Sharing)	3

	Total credit hours	64

*Not currently offered at Clark State. Consult with advisor for course sharing options.

All students pursuing the Associate of Science degree are required to complete at least nine credit hours in courses numbered 2000 or higher. These classes are taken as a part of the requirements within the concentration or elective area.

In recognition of the growing importance of global awareness, the Associate of Science degree requires students to take at least four courses with significant international content. Courses meeting this requirement are identified in the College catalog and are fulfilled as a part of the requirements within the concentration or elective area.

Transfer Information

Students seeking a transfer degree should plan the details of their program of study at Clark State according to the requirements of the transfer institution. Transfer institutions make the determination in acceptance of credit. The student should consult their academic advisor and the intended transfer institution when planning a schedule of classes.

Pathway options for transferability to other state institutions is available at https://transfercredit.ohio.gov/students/student-programs/ogtp

Questions? We're here to help!

Nick Schmall Assistant Professor, Physics

937-328-8076 schmalln@clarkstate.edu