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Physical Science Courses

Dabble in all the sciences during this multi-faceted course and fulfill a core credit for science and labs.

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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 unsure about the sciences and have not taken math classes beyond high school algebra.

You’ll also fulfill your science and laboratory requirements for most associate degrees or certification programs at JCCC. If you’re thinking about transferring to another college or university, physical science acts as a great prerequisite for professional industries such as agriculture, engineering, medicine, nursing, and several health occupations.

In three hours of class and three hours of labs each week, you will cover:

  • Forces
  • Energy
  • Electricity
  • Magnetism
  • Modern Physics
  • Chemical bonding
Explore JCCC's catalog to learn about our Physical Science courses

[Catalog] Physical Science courses

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 and free tutoring, including access to textbooks and models, at JCCC’s Science Resource Center. 

Looking for a career in the sciences?  

An associate degree in physical science gives you a wide overview of scientific fields, including physics, chemistry, geoscience, and more. Fields that require an overlap of scientific knowledge include: 

  • Lab Assistant 
  • Physical Science Technician 
  • Engineering Aides 
  • Quality Control Officer
You may also decide to pursue further scientific education at a four-year university, where a certificate in physical science can come in handy for future careers like:

  • Chemist 
  • Geologist 
  • Geophysicist 
  • Meteorologist 
  • Physicist 
  • Astronomer

JCCC’s Physical Science courses could also be transferable prerequisite for professional industries such as agriculture, engineering, medicine, nursing, and several health occupations. 

Find employment projections and salary information at the Power BI Post Graduate Report. 

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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