63 credits minimum
Division of Natural Sciences
Taylorsville Redwood Campus, SI 341, (801) 957-4944
General Information, (801) 957-4073
www.slcc.edu/physics
Academic Advising, SI 209, (801) 957-4858
Program Faculty:
Associate Professor - Trina Van Ausdal, Jonathan Barnes
Assistant Professors - David Schaffer
Program Description: Physics includes the study of physics and astronomy. Classes are transferable to other schools in the state system of higher education and most other universities and colleges.
Physics classes are offered at three levels:
- General survey classes for fulfilling a General Education requirement for non-technical students
- A non-calculus, two-semester series for professionals and technicians (other than engineers)
- A four-semester series of calculus-based physics for physics majors.
Transfer/Articulation Information: Admission into a major program at a transfer institution depends upon the receiving institution’s requirements for that major. Some major programs are restricted and require special application as well as a competitive GPA. See an Academic Advisor at both SLCC and the intended receiving institution for specific articulation information.
Students planning to transfer to Utah Valley University should take MATH 2280 in place of MATH 2250 ; there may be additional electives available for transfer as well. Students planning to transfer to Utah State University, Weber State University and the University of Utah may also take CHEM 1220 /CHEM 1225 .
Estimated Time to Completion: If students follow the suggested semester schedule, time to completion is four semesters.
| Program Student Learning Outcomes |
Related College-Wide Student Learning Outcomes |
1a. Acquire substantive knowledge of fundamental physics principles in mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, wave optics, and modern physics.
1b. Demonstrate competency using a spreadsheet program to solve and analyze physical situations.
1c. Be prepared for further study in physics or a related discipline at a fouryear college or university. |
1 - Substantive Knowledge |
2a. Organize, present, and explain - both orally and in writing - solutions to physics problems.
2b. Communicate well in a group setting. |
2 - Communicate Effectively |
3a. Use and interpret information represented as data and graphs.
3b. Use appropriate mathematical techniques and physics concepts to analyze data.
3c. Apply concepts and methods of inquiry appropriate to physics problems. |
3 - Develop Quantitative Literacy |
4a. Demonstrate effective problem solving.
4b. Critically analyze physics problems and solutions for validity.
4c. Make connections across disciplines such as engineering, medicine, and biology.
4d. Apply scientific method to the inquiry process. |
4 - Think Critically |
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