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Associate of Science: 2011–2012 Catalog Year
Physics
Associate of Science
The Physics degree is designed for students wishing to pursue studies in the field of physics, either as a university major or as preparation for a teaching career.
Salary: $78,000–$128,600 / year (Nevada)
Career Outlook: Slower than average growth
Good To Know: Graduate degrees required for career advancement and higher salaries
Total Requirements: 60–62 Units (Credits)
| Program Requirements | 36–38 Units (Credits) | |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 121 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM 122 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| MATH 181 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 182 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 283 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 285 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| PHYS 180 | Engineering Physics I | 3 |
| PHYS 180L | Engineering Physics I Lab | 1 |
| PHYS 181 | Engineering Physics II | 3 |
| PHYS 181L | Engineering Physics II Lab | 1 |
| PHYS 182 | Engineering Physics III | 3 |
| PHYS 182L | Engineering Physics III Lab | 1 |
| PHYS 293 | Directed Study | 1-3 |
| General Education Requirements | 24 Units (Credits) | |
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English/Communications Requirements |
6 | |
| Fine Arts Requirements | 3 | |
|
Humanities Requirements |
6 | |
| Social Sciences Requirements | 6 | |
| U.S. and Nevada Constitution Requirements | 3 | |
| A list of all courses filling general education requirements for the Associate of Science can be found on the Associate of Science page. | ||
Note: EPY 150 is strongly recommended but not required for graduation. CHEM 201 and 202 are acceptable in lieu of CHEM 121 and 122.