Students work together as they look into miscropscopes.
Choose courses from a variety of basic science discplines.

Biology


Biology is the study of life which, of course, encompasses many different levels from cells to ecosystems.

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  • Occupational Skills Certificate
  • Certificates of Achievement
  • Fulfill GE Requirements & Prepare to Transfer

Chemistry


The Chemistry Department provides instruction in a wide range of chemistry-related fields

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  • Fulfill GE Requirements & Prepare to Transfer
  • Complete Health Sciences Prerequisites

Environmental Studies


Environmental Studies explores the interaction between humans and the environment.

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  • Fulfill GE Requirements & Prepare to Transfer

Geography


Geography is the study of Earth’s diverse physical and human features, and the connections that exist between those features.

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  • Occupational Skills Certificate
  • AA-T Degree
  • Fulfill GE Requirements & Prepare to Transfer

Geology


PCC's geology courses cover a broad spectrum, from basic physical and historical geology to classes that focus on the study of geologically significant areas throughout the western United States.

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  • Field Courses
  • AS-T Degree
  • Fulfill GE Requirements & Prepare to Transfer

Laser Technology


The LaserTech program covers the creation and application of devices that use light. You will learn how optical components and systems are manufactured, assembled, aligned, and tested.

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  • AS Degree
  • Certificate of Achievement

Physical Science


Physical Science is a branch of natural sciences that studies non-living systems.

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  • Fulfill GE Requirements & Prepare to Transfer

Pre-Health Sciences


Complete prerequisites for a Health Science major.

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  • Complete Health Sciences Prerequisites

Physics and Astronomy


Prepare for a bachelor degree in physics, physical science, math, engineering or computer science.

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  • AS-T Degree
  • Fulfill GE Requirements & Prepare to Transfer