Physics

Why study physics at CCC

Physics is a field of science involving the experimental investigation and theoretical explanation of many natural phenomena, including motion, matter, energy, and the fundamental forces of nature. The study of physics will provide you with a broad range of knowledge and develop your problem-solving skills that are useful in many disciplines. The program at Clovis Community College emphasizes classical physics, including Newtonian mechanics, fluids, waves, sound, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, and optics. Advanced classes also include topics from modern physics, including relativity, quantum mechanics, particle physics, and cosmology.

Our Philosophy

The physics instructors at Clovis Community College are strongly committed to providing our students with careful and comprehensive physics education. We aim to have students leave our courses with a solid foundation for future study in the sciences or engineering. We also hope students have a better understanding of the world, and the universe around them.

Depending on the level of degree achieved, possible future careers include:

• Technical or research positions at a government lab, industry, or university
• Teaching at the K-12 or college level
• Physical science technician/engineering aide
• Professional programs like business, law, and medicine

Check out physics majors' MCAT and LSAT scores.