Physics / Astronomy
Quick Facts
- Courses:
- Core Curriculum Requirement: Life & Physical Science
- Degree & certificate plan requirements
- Courses are offered at these campuses:
Summary
Our courses are designed to give you an understanding of how and why the physical world works and to apply that knowledge to solving real world technical problems.
We offer a variety of physics courses that prepare both science majors and non-science majors for transfer to universities or entrance in professional schools.
Physics is a basic physical science dealing with:
- Mechanics—force, energy and motion
- Sound
- Heat
- Light
- Electricity
- Atomic structure
Astronomy is a branch of physics that studies celestial bodies and the universe as a whole.
Reasons to Study Physics / Astronomy
- Complete a variety of investigations in:
- Mechanics
- Thermodynamics
- Waves
- Electricity & magnetism
- Electronics
- Optics
- Modern physics
- Study in laboratories equipped with the latest technology
- Complete a broad range of activities in planetary, stellar and galactic astronomy
- Use a variety of telescopes to view the sky
Courses
Contact
Northeast Campus
Kevin Barrett
Physical Sciences Chair
Call 817-515-6694
Email kevin.barrett@tccd.edu
Northwest Campus
Juan Barbarin-Castillo
Physical Sciences Chair
Call 817-515-7341
Southeast Campus
Samantha Caputi
Physical Sciences Chair
Call 817-515-3019
Email samantha.caputi@tccd.edu
Trinity River Campus
Taylor M. Hughlett
Physical Sciences Chair
Call 817-515-1651
Email taylor.hughlett@tccd.edu
Updated January 21, 2023