Mission and Outcomes

Physics

Mission: The mission of the Associate of Science degree in Physics is to provide the academic knowledge and skills to meet higher educational goals. The mission as stated for this degree is to place students wishing to pursue studies in the field of physics, either as a university major or as preparation for a teaching career.

Student Learning Outcomes: pertinent to this degree are as follows:

1. know the subject matter
2. are able to do the following:
   1. write papers which demonstrate research;
   2. apply mathematical and analytical problem-solving skills;
   3. succeed at their transfer institutions;
3. understand scientific methods and the role of science and technology in society

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