Explore physical sciences during this multi-faceted course and fulfill a core credit for science and labs.
Get a global overview of sciences and general principles
Through scientific investigation, you can discover how chemistry, geology, physics, and astronomy overlap and interact. Take this course if you are a non-science major interested in an overview of science concepts that do not require an advanced background in math.
You’ll also fulfill your science and laboratory requirements for most associate degrees or certification programs at JCCC. If you want to transfer to another college or university, physical science is a prerequisite for professional industries such as education, agriculture, medicine, nursing, and several health occupations.
In three hours of class and three hours of labs each week, you will cover:
- Forces and energy
- Electricity and magnetism
- Astronomy
- Chemical reactions
- Earth sciences
Small class sizes for one-on-one time with professors
Get personalized support from professors who can't wait to share their passion for science with you. Modern labs with state-of-the-art equipment make learning fun.
Physical Science (PSCI 120) is designed for nonscience majors to fulfill a core credit that meets the science and lab requirements for most associate degrees or certificate programs at JCCC.
Credit students can get academic help, free tutoring, and access to textbooks and models at JCCC’s Science Resource Center.
Looking for a career in the sciences?
Continue your education education at a four-year university. Physical science provides an overview of scientific fields including:
- Chemist
- Geologist
- Geophysicist
- Meteorologist
- Physicist
- Astronomer
JCCC’s Physical Science course can be transferred to many universities in professional industries such as agriculture, engineering, medicine, nursing, and several health occupations.
Find employment projections and salary information in the Power BI Post Graduate Report.
Find resources at JCCC
Transfer Information and Services has information on transferring your JCCC credits to another school. Make an appointment with a counselor to explore your options. The Career Development Center can help you with your resume or find an internship.
Contact info
Lori Slavin, Chair
Phone: 913-469-8500, ext. 3133
Location: CLB 329
Email: lslavin1@jccc.edu
