Physical Science AA Degree, Liberal Arts Major
Physical science involves studying and analyzing the nature and properties of energy and non-living things. At Trinity Valley Community College, you’ll have the opportunity to explore subjects such as oceanography, meteorology, earth science, organic chemistry, engineering, physics, astronomy, and more.
An associate’s degree in Physical Science can lead to a number of entry-level jobs in the sciences, including Environmental Science Technician, Mechanical Engineering Technician, and Geology Technician. However, many careers in this field require more advanced levels of education, and completion of an Associate of Arts Liberal Arts Degree with an emphasis in Physical Science provides a solid foundation to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Science.
- Degree Type: AA, Liberal Arts (Multidisciplinary)
- Most required courses are available online
- TSI: required
| Term One | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL-1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| EDUC/PSYC-1300 | Learning Framework | 3 |
| HIST-1301 | United States History I | 3 |
| PHYS-1415 | Physical Science I | 4 |
| MATH-2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Term Two | ||
| ENGL-1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| HIST-1302 | United States History II | 3 |
| PHYS-1417 | Physical Science II | 4 |
| Social & Behavioral Science | 3 | |
| Suggested Pathway Elective | 4 | |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Term Three | ||
| GOVT-2305 | Federal Government Constitution | 3 |
| Language, Philosophy, & Culture | 3 | |
| Component Area Requirement (CAO) | 3 | |
| Suggested Pathway Elective | 4 | |
| Hours | 13 | |
| Term Four | ||
| GOVT-2306 | Texas Government | 3 |
| Creative Arts | 3 | |
| Suggested Pathway Elective | 4 | |
| Suggested Pathway Elective | 3 | |
| Hours | 13 | |
| Total Hours | 60 | |
Physical Science Pathway Electives
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL-1406 | Biology for Science Majors I | 4 |
| BIOL-1407 | Biology for Science Majors II | 4 |
| CHEM-1405 | Introductory Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM-1407 | Introductory Chemistry II | 4 |
| CHEM-1411 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM-1412 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| CHEM-2423 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
| MATH-2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH-2414 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH-2415 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH-2318 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MATH-2320 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| PHYS-1401 | College Physics I | 4 |
| PHYS-1402 | College Physics II | 4 |
| PHYS-2425 | University Physics I | 4 |
| PHYS-2426 | University Physics II | 4 |
Contact TVCC Advisement Center and your transfer college or university to determine the transferability of courses and college or university requirements.