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Aug 26, 2025
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2025-2026 Catalog
Physics, AS
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Award: Associate of Science
Degree Code: ASPH
Number of Credits: 60
Program Description
This program prepares students to transfer to a four-year institution for continued study in physics. A physicist’s work ranges from basic research into the subatomic realm to the dynamics of galaxies as well as the practical development of devices and instruments. Physics graduates have skills that are in high demand: problem solving, data analysis, ability to communicate complex ideas and an understanding of how the world works. Students with a bachelor’s degree in physics may continue their education, or enter the workforce. The computer literacy requirement will be met throughout the coursework in the program.
Transfer Information
Cecil College has the following transfer agreements: https://www.cecil.edu/student-resources/advising-transfer/transfer-agreements. Additionally, transfer information is available at the ARTSYS website (The Articulation System of Maryland). Contact your advisor for detailed information.
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Career Opportunities
Astronomer, computer programmer, physicist, teaching, research and development, and engineering. General Education Requirements
General Education Requirement Electives - Select 9 Credits
Please see Academic Advisor for elective selection. - ARTS/HUM - Arts and Humanities Electives [H] - 3 Credits 1
- SOC SCI - Social Science Electives [SS] - 6 Credits
Program Requirement Electives - Select 3 Credits
Please see Academic Advisor for elective selection. - CHM, CSC, or PHE - Chemistry, Computer Science, or Engineering Elective3
Recommended Sequence
The following is a recommended sequence of courses for completing this program as a full-time student. Developmental and prerequisite course requirements, credit load, and/or course availability may affect a student’s individual progress. Students should consult their degree audit at MyCecil or an academic advisor for individual degree planning. This recommended sequence is for students who are placed into MAT 191 - Precalculus. If student is placed into MAT 201 - Calculus I (or higher), the student will take Fall I: MAT 201- Calculus I, Spring I: MAT 202 - Calculus II, Fall II: MAT 203 - Multivariable Calculus, and Spring II: Free Electives (5 credits) Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will meet the General Education Student Learning Outcomes and be able to: - Apply basic principles of physics to problems of both fundamental and practical interest.
- Utilize knowledge of mathematics to solve applied problems.
- Identify how physical principles are applied in other scientific disciplines.
- Design and conduct experiments utilizing the scientific method.
- Analyze and interpret data
Note
1 Selection may not include EGL designation.
2 Students placed in MAT 201 or higher may replace MAT 191 with CSC, MAT, PHE, SCI elective(s).
3 Consult with transfer institution to choose one of the following electives: CHM 104 /CHM 114 , CHM 203 , CHM 204 , CSC 205 , CSC 218 , CSC 230 , PHE 211 , PHE 212 , PHE 213 , PHE 221 , PHE 225 , PHE 285
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