PhysicsAssociate of Science for Transfer

  1. Sierra College
    Physics
    Associate of Science for Transfer
    • 67–68 units
    • 5 terms
  2. to Degree

Physics map for 2025-2026

This program map from the 2025-2026 catalog year represents one possible pathway through the program and is for reference only. Make an appointment with your counselor to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.

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Sierra College: Physics

Term 1 — Fall

4 courses15 units

PHYS 0000A

Preparation for Calculus-Based Physics
  • Prerequisite
  • 4 units

MATH 0030

Analytical Geometry and Calculus I
  • Major / Gen Ed
  • 4 units

Area 1A: English Composition

  • General Education
  • 4 units

Area 5B: Biological Science

  • General Education
  • 3 units

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Term 2 — Spring

5 courses15 units

MATH 0031

Analytical Geometry and Calculus II
  • Major
  • 4 units

PHYS 0205

Principles of Physics - Mechanics
  • Major / Gen Ed
  • 4 units

PHYS 0205L

Principles of Physics Laboratory - Mechanics
  • Major / Gen Ed
  • 1 unit

Area 1B: Critical Thinking and Composition

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Area 3A: Arts

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Term 3 — Summer

2 courses6–7 units

Area 1C: Oral Communication

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Area 3B: Humanities

  • General Education
  • 3–4 units

Term 4 — Fall

5 courses15 units

MATH 0032

Analytical Geometry and Calculus III
  • Major
  • 4 units

PHYS 0210

Principles of Physics: Electricity and Magnetism
  • Major
  • 3 units

PHYS 0210L

Principles of Physics Laboratory: Electricity and Magnetism
  • Major
  • 1 unit

Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences

  • General Education
  • 3 units

ENGR 0220

Programming and Problem Solving in Engineering
Not required for degree but recommended as an additional elective
  • Elective
  • 4 units

Term 5 — Spring

5 courses16 units

PHYS 0215

Principles of Physics: Heat, Waves and Modern Physics
  • Major
  • 3 units

PHYS 0215L

Principles of Physics Laboratory: Heat, Waves and Modern Physics
  • Major
  • 1 unit

Area 6: Ethnic Studies

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences

  • General Education
  • 3 units

MATH 0033

Differential Equations and Linear Algebra
Not required for degree but recommended as an additional elective
  • Elective
  • 6 units

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Physics — Associate of Science for Transfer
Total units: 67–68

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