Academics
Physics
The Physics area of study is designed for students planning to transfer to a senior college or university for completion of a baccalaureate degree. Students concentrate on building a strong foundation in the sciences and mathematics. The physics curriculum is appropriate for students interested in: (1) industrial research; (2) liberal arts background for the medical professions; (3) teaching of physics or physical science; (4) continued education in related fields such as astronomy, meteorology, physical oceanography, alternate energy, or selected engineering programs.
Degree
Associate in Science (Transfer Program)
Total Credit Hours: 60
Program Requirements
Select a course number below to see a course description.
Recommended General Education Courses
| Course | Name | Credit Hours |
| ENGL 110 | COMPOSITION I | 3 |
| ENGL 111 | COMPOSITION II | 3 |
| COMM 110 | INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION: PRESENTATION AND THEORY | 3 |
| SOCIAL SCIENCE * | 6 | |
| MATH 222 | CALCULUS AND ANALYTIC GEOMETRY I | 5 |
| MATH 223 | CALCULUS AND ANALYTIC GEOMETRY II | 4 |
| CHEM 130 | GENERAL CHEMISTRY | 4 |
| PHYS 211 | ENGINEERING PHYSICS: MECHANICS | 4 |
| LIFE SCIENCE * | 4 | |
| FINE ARTS * | 3 | |
| HUMANITIES * | 3 |
Recommended Program Courses
| Course | Name | Credit Hours |
| CHEM 132 | GENERAL CHEMISTRY | 4 |
| MATH 224 | CALCULUS AND ANALYTIC GEOMETRY III | 4 |
| MATH 230 | LINEAR ALGEBRA | 3 |
| MATH 250 | DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS | 3 |
| PHYS 212 | ENGINEERING PHYSICS: ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM | 4 |
| PHYS 213 | ENGINEERING PHYSICS: THERMODYNAMICS | 2 |
| PHYS 214 | ENGINEERING PHYSICS: MODERN PHYSICS | 2 |
* See specific requirements for Associate in Science Degree.
Students enrolled in the Associate in Science degree program must meet with their assigned academic advisor to plan a specific course schedule meeting Illinois Central College and personal requirements in addition to requirements for the institution to which transfer is intended.
Recommended Course Sequence
| Semester | Courses |
| Fall Semester 1 | CHEM 130; MATH 222; ENGL 110; Life Science |
| Spring Semester 1 | CHEM 132; MATH 223; ENGL 111; PHYS 211 |
| Fall Semester 2 | PHYS 212; MATH 224; COMM 110; Social Science; Humanities |
| Spring Semester 2 | PHYS 213; PHYS 214; MATH 230; MATH 250; Fine Arts; Social Science |
Program Contact Information
Math, Science and Engineering Department
Room 320B
(309) 694-5365
Illinois Career Cluster
Education and Training
Career Pathway:
Teaching/Training
General Bachelor Degree Transfer Options
Transfer agreements formalize the transfer process from ICC to other colleges and universities. For additional transfer information, including information on transfer partnerships and transfer guides: