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Transfer Planning for Adolescence Education: Physics and Mathematics

Transfer Planning Sheet Adolescence Education: Physics and Mathematics

SUNY Cortland recommends that students complete the following courses prior to transfer.  The transfer credit limit from a 2-year college is 64 credits.  Students who complete their General Education requirements prior to transfer will have their General Education requirements met at SUNY Cortland.

SUNY General Education

Cortland Degree Requirements

Complete at current college

Communication 1 (GEC1):  CPN 100 Writing Studies I

_________  (GE required)

Communication 2 (GEC2):  CPN 101 Writing Studies II

_________  (GE required)

Communication – Presentation (GECP): PHY 357 Intermediate Physics Lab

_________  (GE & major required)

Diversity: Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice (GEDI): ESL 406 Educating English Language Learners

 _________ (GE & major required)

Mathematics (GEMA):  MAT 135 Calculus I (4 cr.)

_________ (GE & major required)

Natural Science (GENS):  PHY 201 Principles of Physics I (4 cr.) AND PHY 201 Principles of Physics II (4 cr.)

_________ (GE & major required)

Humanities (GEHU):

_______________________

Social Sciences (GESS):  PSY 101 Introductory Psychology

_________ (major required)

The Arts (GEAR)

_______________________

US History & Civic Engagement (GEUS)

_______________________

World History & Global Awareness (GEWH)

_______________________

World Languages (GEWL): (Sign language is acceptable)

______ Level I (required for B.S.)
______ Level II (required for B.S.)

Additional Major Requirements (25 credits)

Cortland Major Requirements

Complete at current college

MAT 224 Mathematical Reasoning & Proof

__________________

MAT 236 Calculus II (4 cr.)

__________________

MAT 237 Calculus III (4 cr.)

__________________

PHY 150 Astronomy

__________________

CHE 227 and 277 General Chemistry I with lab (4 cr.)

__________________

CHE 228 and 278 General Chemistry II with lab (4 cr.)

__________________

PSY 232 Adolescent Psychology

__________________

* For more information about transfer equivalencies, please visit SUNY Transfer Path.

Adolescence Education: Physics and Mathematics

School of Arts and Sciences

The program requirements pertain to the Undergraduate Catalog and are intended as a guide for academic planning.  Students currently on SUNY campuses should consult their academic advisor for additional choices in general education categories when any course is recommended.

  • To view all required courses for the program and Cortland’s General Education courses, see the most current undergraduate Catalog.
  • Use the transfer equivalency tables to choose equivalents at your transfer college.
  • If you plan to transfer before you complete your associate’s degree, you can still earn your degree via Reverse Transfer.

About Adolescence Education: Physics and Mathematics

Embark on a versatile background in the principles of physics, applied mathematics, computer skills and electronic equipment with our distinguished faculty, participate in clubs and consult with top-notch advisors. You’ll work toward New York state certification to teach physics and mathematics in grades 7-12.

Career Potential

  • Physics and mathematics teacher for grades 7-12
  • Technical specialist

What Will I Learn?

  • Receive a comprehensive foundation in physics and mathematics as you design a course of study suited to your interest
  • Learn about successful classroom teaching
  • Develop teaching strategies for pupils whose interests and abilities vary widely

Applying to Cortland

  • SUNY Cortland accepts the Common Application and the SUNY Online application. Choose just one way to apply; both require a $50 non-refundable application fee.
  • If you apply to Cortland using the SUNY application, SUNY will waive the $50 application fee for transfer students graduating with an associate degree from a SUNY or CUNY college, who apply directly to Cortland for baccalaureate programs.
  • Fall applicants should apply by June 1. Spring applications should apply by November 1.
  • After applying, students must send transcripts from all colleges attended and a high school transcript.

Cortland’s Urban Recruitment of Educators (C.U.R.E.) Program (Fall Applicants Only)

  • SUNY Cortland’s C.U.R.E. program provides scholarship support, mentoring and programming to eligible students interested in working in urban education after graduation.
  • Students from demographic groups that are underrepresented in teaching or students who have a serious interest in urban education are eligible to apply.
  • Admission in the C.U.R.E. program is open to Fall applicants only. Applications can be submitted online.