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Physics Emphasis
Associate of Science
This is a two-year transferable program leading to an associate
of science with an emphasis in physics. Physics is the science of
matter, energy, space and time, and physicists are generally at the
forefront in developing important new technologies. Physicists
are expert problem solvers and a degree in physics provides a good
route into careers as diverse as industrial research, engineering
and even banking and finance. All courses recommended in this
emphasis will partially satisfy the bachelor of science in physics
at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Emphasis Outcomes
Students completing the emphasis will:
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge of foundational theories and
principles central to physics.
• Solve archetypal introductory physics problems through the
application of relevant physical principles and appropriate
level mathematics.
• Demonstrate a beginning understanding of experimental
design and analysis.
General Education Requirements
English 6 credits
Recommended: ENG 101 or ENG 113.
Required: ENG 102 or 114.
Fine Arts 3 credits
Humanities 3 credits
Mathematics 3 credits
Recommended: MATH 181. Additional credit may be used to
satisfy emphasis requirement.
Science 6 credits
See list of courses under the Associate of Science degree
requirements. The following courses are highly recommended
for students wishing to major in physics at UNR: PHYS 180,
PHYS 181.
Social Science 3 credits
Total General Education Requirements 24 Credits
Degree Requirements
Diversity (3 credits)
U.S. and Nevada Constitutions (3 credits)
Emphasis Requirements
CHEM 201 General Chemistry for Scientists and Engineers I.(4)
– or –
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I. ........................................ (4)
CHEM 202 General Chemistry for Scientists and
Engineers II...................................................... (4)
– or –
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II. ....................................... (4)
CS 135 Computer Science I. ............................................3
MATH 181 Calculus I (1 cr. from Gen. Ed.).............................1
MATH 182 Calculus II ...........................................................4
MATH 283 Calculus III. .........................................................4
MATH 285 Differential Equations. ........................................3
PHYS 180L Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Lab. ..........1
PHYS 181L Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Lab. .........1
PHYS 182/182L Physics for Scientists and Engineers III................4
Total Emphasis Requirements 29 Credits
Elective Requirements
Choose from seven credits from the following:
AST 104 Introductory Astronomy: Stars and Galaxies.......3
CHEM 241 Organic Chemistry I. ...........................................3
CHEM 241L Organic Chemistry for Life Science Lab I..............1
CS 202 Computer Science II. ...........................................3
ME 241 Statics.................................................................3
PHYS 117 Introduction to Space Science and Engineering. .3
PHYS 198 Special Topics in Physics.................................. 1-6
Total Elective Requirements 7 Credits
Total Degree Requirements 60 Credits
Suggested Course Sequence
First Year Course # Title Credits
1st Semester
Emphasis CHEM 201 General Chemistry for Scientists and
Engineers I 4
English ENG 101 Composition I 3
Mathematics MATH 181 Calculus I 4
Science/Emphasis PHYS 180/180L Physics for Scientists and Engineers I/Lab 4
Total 15
2nd Semester
Emphasis CHEM 202 General Chemistry for Scientists and
Engineers II 4
English ENG 102 Composition II 3
Emphasis MATH 182 Calculus II 4
Science/Emphasis PHYS 181/181L Physics for Scientists and Engineers II/Lab 4
Total 15
Second Year Course # Title Credits
3rd Semester
Elective Choose from list 3-4
Emphasis CS 135 Computer Science I 3
Fine Arts Elective 3
Humanities/U.S.
and Nevada
Constitutions
Elective 3
Emphasis MATH 283 Calculus III 4
Total 16-17
4th Semester
Elective Choose from list 3-4
Diversity/Social
Science Elective 3
Emphasis MATH 285 Differential Equations 3
Emphasis PHYS 182 Physics for Scientists & Engineers III 3
Emphasis PHYS 182L Physics for Scientists & Engineers Lab III 1
Total 13-14
Degree Total 60-61