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Physics for BSAST - UptonSinclair - 11-16-2014
The Physics courses at TESC are Algebra based, so if you don't have the Calculus, you are better off finding an Algebra based sequence. Many colleges offer both Algebra and Calculus based Physics sequences. Straighterline Physics I is a Calculus based course.
Physics for BSAST - mikesan410 - 11-16-2014
UptonSinclair Wrote:The Physics courses at TESC are Algebra based, so if you don't have the Calculus, you are better off finding an Algebra based sequence. Many colleges offer both Algebra and Calculus based Physics sequences. Straighterline Physics I is a Calculus based course.
Thank you for the information. Do you happen to know any other online sources for these courses that are algebra based and that have a lab?
Physics for BSAST - UptonSinclair - 11-16-2014
mikesan410 Wrote:Thank you for the information. Do you happen to know any other online sources for these courses that are algebra based and that have a lab?
This is one of the more difficult sequences to find online. In Colorado, the community colleges offer an online sequence, but the cost is over $200 per credit for each of the 5 credit courses. I would check the community colleges in your state and see if one offers online algebra-based physics.
Depending on your situation, if BSAST is what you want, it may be worth considering the enrolled option at TESC. The courses run about $750 for a three credit course once the annual enrollment fee is paid. The BA degrees are far more exam friendly. It really depends on what you want to accomplish with your goal.
Good luck with your search.
Physics for BSAST - johnvan - 11-17-2014
UptonSinclair Wrote:The BA degrees are far more exam friendly. It really depends on what you want to accomplish with your goal.
Good luck with your search.
I'm the original poster and I'm guessing mikesan410 and I are in a similar situation. A lot of my credits come from my aviation background and won't transfer as well over to a BA. I'm undecided as to what to do, I'm struggling with ALEKS statistics and still have the two physics courses to overcome. If I switch to a BA I will lose a minimum of 20 credits on my assessment. It might still end up being cheaper and easier to make up those lost credits through testing though.
Is the BA in liberal studies the most flexible? I just need to check that degree box the quickest and cheapest way possible.
I just posted a thread with both my academic evaluations. If anyone has any suggestions, I would appreciate the help.
Physics for BSAST - sanantone - 11-17-2014
TESC does offer a BS with a learner-designed area of study. However, TESC will reject any area of study you create that is similar to one they already offer. Excelsior also offers a BS in Liberal Studies that's flexible. COSC offers a bachelor's in individualized studies.