PSC 100 - Physical Science for Elementary Education

    Recent Professors
    B. Finley, G. Mendoza Cruz
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    36 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of PSC 100
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This course is an introduction to scientific methodology, with an emphasis on knowledge and understanding of chemistry and physics. It is especially designed for those who are interested in teaching science in a primary school setting in which students must both understand the scientific method and master content in the physical sciences. The connection between physical science and global issues such as energy and environment will be emphasized. Topics to be covered include motion, gravity, heat and energy transfer, light and color, electricity, magnetism, the periodic table, ionic and covalent chemical bonding, chemical nomenclature, chemical reactions, solutions, and nuclear reactions. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-5, CSU-B1, IGETC-5A, Cal-GETC-5A)
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:00am–12:20pm