Physics Program

The physics degree program at Folsom Lake College instructs students on the scientific study of matter and energy, as well as the testing and formulation of laws that govern the behavior of the matter-energy continuum. Students who graduate the physics degree program may follow a career path in ecology, healthcare, archaeology, and more. Course instruction includes classes in classical and modern physics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, wave properties, nuclear processes, relativity and quantum theory, and more. Get more details below including other Delaware colleges that offer physics program.

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Folsom Lake College (Folsom Lake)

97 Commerce Way Ste 105, Dover, DE

A comprehensive public community college, the Folsom Lake College is located in Folsom City in California.  FLC was established in 1993 and it was named first as Folsom Lake Center. During its early beginnings, classes taught in Folsom Lake Center were limited and were conducted in portables. It was only in 2001 when the first permanent building in FLC was built. Today, FLC has an extensive area of 200,000 square feet offering the latest facilities to help students with their education.   FLC serves the community in Folsom and classes are offered in the main campus at 10 College Parkway. The school also has other facilities including two outreach centers - El Dorado Center and  Rancho Cordova Center.

Folsom City California offers a full spectrum of support services as well as programs to enhance the success of students. It aims to enrich as well as empower students by offering rigorous academic programs, opportunities for growth and innovative learning environment. Students can learn a myriad of courses from business, information technology, math, engineering, languages, literature, technical education, behavioral science and general education. Regarding the tuition fee rate, Folsom Lake College offers one of the cheapest rates in the state without sacrificing the quality of education.  Currently, the enrollment fee for California residents is $46 non-inclusive with other fees such as student’s insurance and laboratory fees.

On the other hand, students who wish to finish their associate degrees in a four-year college or university can also take advantage of the annual transfer day. This event is attended by different colleges and universities where FLC has some agreement for easier transfer policies. As of 2013, FLC is affiliated with 43 local colleges and universities such as the Academy of Arts University, Arizona State University, CSU East Bay, Columbia University School of General Studies, Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandise and  the University of Idaho to name a few.

Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Folsom Lake offers an associate's degree program in physics.

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Dover, DE
  • Total Employment: 30

Physicists

Description

Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, physicists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.9% from 2014 to 2024

Physics Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the laws of matter and energy. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).