The Physical Science transfer curriculum plan is not generally a college major in itself, but is a springboard into a variety of college majors.
Possible university majors for the physical science student to consider include astronomy, chemistry, consumer food science, geology, meteorology, physics and mathematics.
Students should consult with their academic advisor in selecting free electives, as their future area of study may have additional requirements. For example, some students may need to take organic chemistry during their second year. NDSCS also has career counselors who will help guide you in making academic decisions.
Students entering the Physical Science transfer curriculum plan who do not have the proper prerequisites may need additional preparatory classes. The Mathematics and Science Department highly recommends the completion of sequential series of courses.
This plan provides preparation for the professional curriculum and meets the Liberal Arts Program Purposes list.
In addition to the Physical Science transfer curriculum plan, other programs a student may transfer into are chemistry, physics, engineering, geology and environmental science.
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 121 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM 121L | General Chemistry I Lab | 1 |
| CHEM 122 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| CHEM 122L | General Chemistry II Lab | 1 |
| COMM 110 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | 3 |
| ENGL 110 | College Composition I | 3 |
| ENGL 120 | College Composition II OR | 3 |
| ENGL 125 | Introduction to Professional Writing (3) | |
| MATH 165 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 166 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 265 | Calculus III | 4 |
| PHYS 251 | University Physics I | 4 |
| PHYS 251L | University Physics I Lab | 1 |
| PHYS 252 | University Physics II | 4 |
| PHYS 252L | University Physics II Lab | 1 |
| Electives* | 5 | |
| Computer Information System elective | 2 | |
| Any course marked ND:COMPSC | ||
| Humanities/History electives | 6 | |
| From two different prefixes within the categories marked ND:HUM or ND:HIST | ||
| Social and Behavioral Science electives | 8 | |
| From two or more prefixes within the category marked ND:SS | ||
| Wellness elective(s) | 2 | |
| TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS | 64 | |
| * Depending on ACT math score or Compass math score, a student may be required to take pre-calculus prior to starting the calculus sequence. This is to be determined through discussion with an academic advisor. | ||
| This curriculum meets the North Dakota University System general education requirements as indicated in the NDSCS Catalog under the heading: NDUS General Education Transfer Agreement. | ||
| **MATH 266 Introduction to Differential Equations is recommended. | ||
| Suggested sequence of study | ||
| First Semester | Second Semester | |
| CHEM 121 | CHEM 122 | |
| CHEM 121L | CHEM 122L | |
| MATH 165 | MATH 166 | |
| ENGL 110 | ENGL 120 or ENGL 125 | |
| Electives (3) | COMM 110 | |
| Electives (3) | ||
| Third Semester | Fourth Semester | |
| PHYS 251 | PHYS 252 | |
| PHYS 251L | PHYS 252L | |
| MATH 265 | **MATH 266 | |
| CSCI 160 | Electives (9) | |
| Electives (3) | Wellness electives (2) | |
The applicants must be high school graduates or equivalent. Helpful courses to prepare for this program are chemistry, mathematics, physics, English and computer science. Courses that develop reading and communications skills and two years of a foreign language, if available, also are recommended. Applicants may be required to complete a basic skills evaluation during the admissions process.
Upon successful completion of the required courses, students will be awarded an Associate in Science degree in Liberal Arts.
