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Associate in Arts Degree with Emphasis in Physics
The Associate in Arts degree with Emphasis in Physics provides the necessary lower division coursework in physics for transfer to a four-year major.
Required courses: (24 cr):
MATH 2510 Calculus 3: Multivariable Calculus
MATH 2520 Calculus 4: Differential Equations with Linear Algebra
PHYS 1121 Physics with Calculus 1
PHYS 1122 Physics with Calculus 2
PHYS 2250 Modern Physics
Pre-Physics Major
Students considering transferring to the Institute of Technology at the University of Minnesota should complete the following curriculum:
MATH 1510 Calculus 1
MATH 1520 Calculus 2
MATH 2510 Calculus 3: Multivariable Calculus
MATH 2520 Calculus 4: Differential Equations and Linear Algebra
PHYS 1121 Physics with Calculus 1
PHYS 1122 Physics with Calculus 2
PHYS 2250 Modern Physics
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Begin specific liberal arts classes for the intended transfer institution or complete the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum and/or complete the Associate in Arts degree.
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Consult the current transfer guide in the Mahendra Nath Career and Academic Planning Center.
Curriculum
Courses offered in the Physics Department
PHYS 1050 Survey of Classical Physics
PHYS 1060 Physics of Health Technology
PHYS 1104 Descriptive Astronomy
PHYS 1110 College Physics 1
PHYS 1111 College Physics 2
PHYS 1114 Introductory Astronomy
PHYS 1121 Physics with Calculus 1
PHYS 1122 Physics with Calculus 2
PHYS 1201 Physics with Biomedical Applications 1
PHYS 1202 Physics with Biomedical Applications 2
PHYS 1900 Topics in Physics
PHYS 2250 Modern Physics
PHYS 2900 Topics in Physics
We also offer courses listed under Engineering
For course descriptions and additional program information visit the Normandale catalog online.
View common course outline information.
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Department Admin
Dean: Tina Wade, Dean of Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Education
Dean's Assistant: Joan Fosnow
Dept Chair: Julie Johnson
Jami Viergets, CLA 952/487-7187
Mission Statement
The mission of the Physics and Engineering department is to facilitate student success in college, in the workplace and in the community. We are committed to enabling students to successfully complete an Associate Degree or to successfully transfer to another institution where they are able to complete upper division courses. We will adhere to curricular standards that meet or exceed transfer and workplace standards.
We also offer courses listed under Engineering. Additional information can be found on the Physics Department website.
