Physics & Astronomy
A foundation for a bachelor's in physics, astronomy or a related field.
All TCC associate degrees
Science, Engineering & Math
Associate in Science – Physics and Astronomy Specialization
- Length
- 2.25 years
- Total credits
- 105
- Type
- University transfer
About this degree
The Associate in Science Transfer Track 2 -Physics and Astronomy Specialization provides a well-rounded foundation for students planning to transfer to a bachelor's program in physics, astronomy, or a closely related field.
Core requirements
The courses this degree requires, from TCC's current catalog. Course names are as TCC lists them.
Communication Skills (5 credits)
Composition Course (5 credits)Complete all
ENGL&101English Composition I5 cr
Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning Skills (30 credits)
Mathematics CoursesComplete all
MATH&151Calculus I5 crMATH&152Calculus II5 crMATH&153Calculus III5 crMATH220Linear Algebra5 crMATH238Elements of Differential Equations5 crMATH&254Calculus IV5 cr
Humanities and Social Science (15 credits)
Humanities or Social Science (15 Credits)
Humanities Course
5 credits from TCC's approved course list
Social Science Course
5 credits from TCC's approved course list
Humanities or Social Science Course
5 credits from TCC's approved course list
Core Requirement (28 credits)
Chemistry Courses (10 credits)Complete all
CHEM&161General Chemistry w/Lab I5 crCHEM&162General Chemistry w/Lab II5 cr
Physics (18 credits)Complete all
PHYS&221Engineering Physics - Mechanics6 crPHYS&222Engineering Physics - Electricity and Magnetism6 crPHYS&223Engineering Physics - Waves, Optics, and Thermodynamics6 cr
Electives (12 credits)
Multicultural Requirement (5 credits)
Multicultural Course
5 credits from TCC's approved course list
Requirements can change each year; we'll confirm the current list with TCC before you apply.
