Physics

Why Study Physics

Physics, the fundamental science, conceptualizes the basic principles of the universe and establishes the foundation for astronomy, chemistry and geology. The beauty of physics lies in a small number of powerful concepts which expand our view of the world around us and which lead to many engineering applications from which we derive many benefits.

We also perform the wildly popular Foothill College Physics Show in fall and winter. See dates at thephysicsshow.com.

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Associate in Science for Transfer

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Associate in Science

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Quick Look at Physics Courses

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PHYS 2A General Physics
PHYS 2AM General Physics: Calculus Supplement
PHYS 2B General Physics
PHYS 2BM General Physics: Calculus Supplement
PHYS 2C General Physics
PHYS 2CM General Physics: Calculus Supplement
PHYS 4A General Physics (Calculus)
PHYS 4B General Physics (Calculus)
PHYS 4C General Physics (Calculus)
PHYS 4D General Physics (Calculus)
PHYS 6 Introductory Physics
PHYS 12 Introduction to Modern Physics
PHYS 70R Independent Study in Physics
PHYS 71R Independent Study in Physics
PHYS 72R Independent Study in Physics
PHYS 73R Independent Study in Physics

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