My Academic Plan
There are multiple ways to pursue a degree in physics. It is very important to work with your Pathways Advisor to develop the best academic plan for where you are starting and where you are hoping to transfer.
For students who want to complete a degree in physics and are college chemistry and calculus ready, the AS in Physics is the most direct path to a Bachelor’s degree in this field. It is recommended that you meet with your advisor before selecting a pathway in physics.
Program Description
This program is designed for students transferring to a four-year school to complete their BS or BA degree in Physics. It allows them to complete the first two years of the degree prior to transferring. Students explore advanced applied physics and calculus. The laws of physics govern everything in the universe from the tiniest bit of matter to the largest star. Physics is a prerequisite to any in-depth study of the sciences and technologies and it leads to careers in variety of industries. The physics degree program at FRCC provides the necessary background for transfer to a four-year university.
Learn more about this program.
First Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| MAT 201 | Calculus I: MA1 | 5 |
| CHE 111 | General College Chemistry I with Lab | 5 |
| GT- AH | Any Arts & Humanities (GT-AH) Course:___________ | 3 |
| ENG 121 | English Composition I | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Second Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| PHY 211 | Physics: Calculus-Based I with Lab | 5 |
| MAT 202 | Calculus II: MA1 | 5 |
| ENG 122 | English Composition II | 3 |
| GT- AH | Any Arts & Humanities (GT-AH) Course:___________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Third Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| PHY 212 | Physics: Calculus-Based II with Lab | 5 |
| MATH | MAT 203 or MAT 204 | 4-5 |
| GEN EDU | CSC 160 or CHE 112 | 4-5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 13-15 |
Fourth Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| PHY 213 | Physics III: Calculus-Based Modern Physics | 3 |
| MATH | MAT 261, MAT 265, or MAT 266 | 3-4 |
| GT- AH | Any Arts & Humanities (GT-AH) Course:___________ | 3 |
| GT- HI1 | HIS 247 or Any History (GT-HI1) Course | 3 |
| GT- SS | ECO 202, ECO 201, or Any GT-SS | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15-16 |