Sinclair Community College
Physics
Fundamental Science… Discover the Mystery at Sinclair!
The Physics department at Sinclair Community College offers an associate degree program with an emphasis in physics, as well as a certificate and associate degree emphasis in computational physics. The goal of our program is to achieve your interest, education and appreciation of the subject. Our department houses well-equipped labs and classrooms that provide an environment where physics can be experienced closely through hands-on activities and demonstrations. We also utilize computer-assisted data acquisition techniques to make the subject matter more accessible.
With our state-of-the-art facilities, small class sizes and focused curriculum, you will gain a breadth of knowledge in this science and its related subjects. In addition, our program shows you how physics applies to the world around you and demonstrates how it meshes with your career and professional goals.
This program might be for you if:
- You are interested in the study of science, particularly of natural science, matter and motion.
- You like to explore and experiment to learn about the behavior of world around you.
- You enjoy astronomy, philosophy, weather, and other sciences and want to test the validity of your own theories.
- You often wonder about the world around you—the structure, evolution, and even environmental problems.
Our programs are designed for more than just students interested in obtaining a degree in physics. Many students choose the field because they wish to work in an area of science and understand the importance of an increased understanding of mathematical methods and physics. Our programs also attract individuals interested in pursuing the first two years of a program leading to a professional degree in mathematics, science or medicine.
Certificate Programs
Short-term Technical Certificate
Computational Physics
This certificate is designed for an individual to attain concrete knowledge of modeling and simulation as applied to physics. While the discipline specific course in the certificate is computational physics, this certificate exposes the student to a wide variety of modeling a simulation techniques used in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and several Engineering fields. The skills attained will prepare the transfer student for entry into the minor program offering by the Ralph Regula School of Computational Science and will strengthen the in-service professional s knowledge of the fast growing field of modeling and simulation.
Interested in learning more about this certificate program?
- View the curriculum now »
- Visit the Physics Web site »
- Talk with an admissions counselor by calling 1-888-722-2883 or visiting one of our convenient locations.
Already know the program that is right for you?
Fill out an online admissions application to get started or visit the Sinclair Admissions Web site to find out more.
Degree Programs
Associate of Science - Associate of Science: Area of Emphasis in Computational Physics
The Associate of Science: Area of Emphasis in Computational Physics program is for the student who plans to transfer to a four-year college or university with a major in Physics and a minor in Computational Physics. This program is designed to prepare the transfer student to take course work at the level of a third year university student in Physics. Course sequences are designed to transfer the basic requirements of baccalaureate institutions belonging to the Ralph Regula School of Computational Science consortium. The student is strongly advised to consult the particular school he or she will be entering as well as a Sinclair academic adviser, before signing up for different courses. The student who wishes to earn an associate degree in Computational Physics must complete the last thirty hours at Sinclair in order to meet residency requirements. Exceptions to this requirement must be approved in advance in writing by the dean of Science, Mathematics and Engineering.
Interested in learning more about this degree program?
- View the curriculum now »
- Visit the Physics Web site »
- Talk with an admissions counselor by calling 1-888-722-2883 or visiting one of our convenient locations.
Associate of Science - LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES: PHYSICS EMPHASIS
The Associate of Arts degree program in Liberal Arts Sciences is designed for students who are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university and pursue baccalaureate degree programs such as Education, English, Geography, History, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, etc. The curriculum fulfills the freshman and sophomore general education requirements of most four-year colleges and universities. In addition, this degree will fulfill the requirements for the Ohio Transfer Module at other Ohio public colleges and universities.
Interested in learning more about this degree program?
- View the curriculum now »
- Visit the Physics Web site »
- Talk with an admissions counselor by calling 1-888-722-2883 or visiting one of our convenient locations.
Already know the program that is right for you?
Fill out an online admissions application to get started or visit the Sinclair Admissions Web site to find out more.
Transfer Opportunities
Make the most of your education by starting at Sinclair Community College. Our quality programs and low tuition make it a great place to start even if you intend to further your education beyond an associate degree or certificate. You would be surprised at the money you could save by completing your first two years of study at Sinclair—just take a look at our low tuition and see the savings for yourself. You can also learn more by visiting Sinclair’s Transfer Web site »
Articulation & Transfer Agreements
Sinclair works directly with many four-year schools in Ohio and beyond to ensure the college credit you earn will transfer easily to those schools. By developing articulation agreements, formal agreements between colleges detailing the recognition of college credit between the schools, you will know you are meeting the requirements needed at the four-year school of your choice. Learn more about articulation and transfer »
Ohio Transfer Module
The Associate of Arts and the Associate of Science degree programs fulfill the requirements for the Ohio Transfer Module at other public colleges and universities. Students in applied associate degree programs may complete some individual transfer module courses within their degree program or continue beyond their program to complete the entire transfer module.
Upon completion of the Ohio Transfer Module, students will be able to enter most Ohio four-year colleges and universities as a junior with your general education requirements completed. Find out more about the Ohio Transfer Module »
Transferring Individual Classes
In addition to transferring with a degree, college credit for many courses, including many physics and other science program requirements, are accepted at other colleges and universities. Learn more about course equivalency »
General Agreements
While at Sinclair, if you plan to complete any associate degree program, there are agreements in place to help you easily transfer into a variety of bachelor’s degree completion programs.
Your transfer opportunities
may include:
- Antioch University McGregor
- Franklin University
- Kaplan University
- Ohio Dominican University
- Ohio University
- Purdue University
- Strayer University
- Wilberforce University
- Wright State University
- and more…
Please Note: Sinclair continues to work with other colleges and universities to provide more opportunities through new articulation and transfer agreements. Please consult with an academic advisor for the most up-to-date information.
Related Programs
Sinclair Community College offers a wide variety of certificate and degree programs. With so many to choose from, we are sure that you can find a program that suits your needs. If you are interested in the physics program, you might also be interested in learning more about these programs at Sinclair: