Astronomy Associate in Science Degree
Division: Natural Sciences
PROGRAM CODE: 2S08436
The Astronomy Associate in Science Degree prepares students to transfer to CSU/UC and obtain a baccalaureate degree in the following majors: astronomy, astrophysics, or physics. This degree may also support admission to research internships and attempts to gain entry-level employment within the field, such as observatory and planetarium operations. This degree requires 20-21 units in the major, in addition to other graduation requirements.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses (16 units): | ||
| ESC 116 F | Astronomy | 3 |
| or ESC 116HF | Honors Astronomy | |
| ESC 116LF | Astronomy Lab | 1 |
| PHYS 221 F | General Physics I | 4 |
| PHYS 222 F | General Physics II | 4 |
| PHYS 223 F | General Physics III | 4 |
| Restricted Electives (4-5 units): | ||
| General Chemistry I | 5 | |
| General Chemistry II | 5 | |
| Calculus I (formerly MATH 150AF) | 4 | |
or MATH 151HF | Honors Calculus I (formerly MATH 150HF) | |
| Calculus II (formerly MATH 150BF) | 4 | |
| Multivariable Calculus (formerly MATH 250AF) | 4 | |
| Linear Algebra and Differential Equations (formerly MATH 250BF) | 4 | |
Program Level Student Learning Outcomes
OUTCOME 1: Demonstrate an understanding of how the scientific method is used to explore topics in astronomy.
OUTCOME 2: Explain the motion, formation, and evolution of celestial objects in the solar system and beyond.
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