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Physical Science

Overview

The Folsom Lake College physical science curriculum offers transferable courses that fulfill both major and general education requirements.

The PS 302 course is offered as part of the general education program at Folsom Lake College. This class is meant to give the student a comprehensive breadth of the field of physical science and a hands-on learning experience. The course is an excellent way for liberal arts students to gain an appreciation of scientific knowledge and methods.

Physical Science (PS) Courses

PS 302 Introduction to Physical Science

  • Units:4
  • Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
  • Prerequisite:None.
  • Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: No credit if taken after a college level course in Astronomy, Chemistry, Geology or Physics )
  • General Education:Local GE L5; Cal-GETC Area 5A; Cal-GETC Area 5C
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2026

This is an integrated, interdisciplinary course which introduces the non-science major student to the physical sciences. Fundamental concepts in astronomy, physics, chemistry and geology will be examined. This course is not recommended for science or engineering majors.

PS 495 Independent Studies in Physical Science

  • Units:1 - 3
  • Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
  • Prerequisite:None.
  • Transferable:CSU
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2026

PS 499 Experimental Offering in Physical Science

  • Units:0.5 - 4
  • Prerequisite:None.
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2026

This is the experimental courses description.

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