Program Overview
Chemistry Associate in Science Degree Program
Program Learning Outcomes
- Use the scientific method and appreciate its importance to the development of scientific thought.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and analyze physical systems in terms of scientific concepts.
- Document and communicate their work effectively.
Program Overview
The Physical Science Degree is designed to give the student breadth in the physical sciences while providing considerable strength in one of the specialized physical science fields. The lower-division program is virtually the same as that taken in the first two years of college by a chemistry, physics, or geology major. A major in physical science can serve as preparation for further study in technical fields and serves as an excellent background for professional training in law, business, medicine, or education.
Requirements
AS Degree Requirements Major: Core and Selective Requirements
Complete Core Courses, 30 units
- CHEM 210 | General Chemistry I | 5 units
- CHEM 220 | General Chemistry II | 5 units
- CHEM 231 | Organic Chemistry I | 5 units
- CHEM 232 | Organic Chemistry II | 5 units
- MATH 251 | Analytical Geometry and Calculus I | 5 units
- MATH 252 | Analytical Geometry and Calculus II | 5 units
Selective Courses, choose a minimum of 8 units from the following:
- PHYS 210 | General Physics I | 4 units
- PHYS 220 | General Physics II | 4 units
- PHYS 250 | Physics with Calculus I | 4 units
- PHYS 260 | Physics with Calculus II | 4 units
- PHYS 270 | Physics with Calculus III | 4 units
Total Required Major Units: 38
And required General Education coursework and electives as needed to meet the minimum 60 units required for the Associate degree.
Please refer to the AA/AS Degree Requirements for more information.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Chemistry Associates in Science Degree Program is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of the physical sciences, with a focus on chemistry. The program's curriculum includes core coursework in general chemistry, organic chemistry, analytical geometry, and calculus, as well as selective courses in physics. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Use the scientific method and appreciate its importance to the development of scientific thought.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and analyze physical systems in terms of scientific concepts.
- Document and communicate their work effectively.
Outline:
The Chemistry Associates in Science Degree Program consists of the following courses:
- Core Courses (30 units):
- CHEM 210: General Chemistry I (5 units)
- CHEM 220: General Chemistry II (5 units)
- CHEM 231: Organic Chemistry I (5 units)
- CHEM 232: Organic Chemistry II (5 units)
- MATH 251: Analytical Geometry and Calculus I (5 units)
- MATH 252: Analytical Geometry and Calculus II (5 units)
- Selective Courses (minimum of 8 units):
- PHYS 210: General Physics I (4 units)
- PHYS 220: General Physics II (4 units)
- PHYS 250: Physics with Calculus I (4 units)
- PHYS 260: Physics with Calculus II (4 units)
Careers:
Graduates of the Chemistry Associates in Science Degree Program may pursue careers in a variety of fields, including:
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Geology
- Law
- Business
- Medicine
- Education
