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2023-2024 Catalog 
  
2023-2024 Catalog

Physics, AS


Award: Associate of Science

Degree Code: ASPH

Number of Credits: 60

Program Description

This program prepares students to transfer to a four-year institution for continued study in physics. A physicist’s work ranges from basic research into the subatomic realm to the dynamics of galaxies as well as the practical development of devices and instruments. Physics graduates have skills that are in high demand: problem solving, data analysis, ability to communicate complex ideas and an understanding of how the world works. Students with a bachelor’s degree in physics may continue their education, or enter the workforce. The computer literacy requirement will be met throughout the coursework in the program.

Transfer Information

Cecil College has the following transfer agreements:  https://www.cecil.edu/student-resources/advising-transfer/transfer-agreements.  Additionally, transfer information is available at the ARTSYS website (The Articulation System of Maryland). Contact your advisor for detailed information.

Career Opportunities


Astronomer, computer programmer, physicist, teaching, research and development, and engineering.

Required Courses


General Education Requirement Electives - Select 9 Credits


Please see Academic Advisor for elective selection.

  • ARTS/HUM - Arts and Humanities Electives [H] - 3 Credits 1
  • SOC SCI - Social Science Electives [SS] - 6 Credits 3

Program Requirement Electives - Select 6 Credits


Please see Academic Advisor for elective selection.

  • CSC - Computer Science Elective - 3 Credits 4 or
  • PHE - Engineering Elective - 3 Credits 4
  • ELECT - Elective - 3 Credits 5

Recommended Sequence


The following is a recommended sequence of courses for completing this program as a full-time student. Developmental and prerequisite course requirements, credit load, and/or course availability may affect a student’s individual progress. Students should consult their degree audit at MyCecil or an academic advisor for individual degree planning.

Summer I (4 Credits)


Spring I (14 Credits)


Fall II (14 Credits)


Spring II (13 Credits)


Program Learning Outcomes


Upon successful completion of this program, students will meet the General Education Student Learning Outcomes and be able to: 

  • Demonstrate a firm understanding of the principles of physics and the ability to apply these principles to problems of both fundamental and practical interest.
  • Utilize knowledge of mathematics to solve applied problems.
  • Recognize basic connections of all of the scientific disciplines.
  • Design and conduct experiments.
  • Analyze and interpret data.
  • Identify, formulate, and solve technical problems.

Note


1 Selection may not include EGL designation.
2 Students placed in MAT 201  or higher may replace MAT 191 with CSC, MAT, PHE, SCI elective(s).
3 Courses must be from two different disciplines.
4 Depending on transfer institution suggested Computer Science or Engineering elective may include the following: CSC 109 , CSC 170 , CSC 205 , CSC 218 , CSC 230 , PHE 120 , PHE125, PHE 130 , PHE 160, PHE 170, PHE 180 , PHE 211 , PHE 212 , PHE 213 , PHE 221 , PHE 225 , PHE 285 .
5 Depending on transfer institution, and in consultation with an academic advisor, a Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or Science elective will be recommended.