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Physical Sciences

Do you have a passion for Math, Physics, and Chemistry? The Associate of Science (AS) transfer degree might be right for you! This degree option is specifically designed to give students the appropriate start to any baccalaureate or graduate track in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Atmospheric Science. Successful completion of this degree will provide the solid foundation in mathematics, science, computing, and engineering that is necessary for their further educational and degree goals, and a competitive understanding of the fundamental scientific principles that are employed in the STEM field.

SFCC is a MESA College

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SFCC offers extra support and career development to students pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering, or math programs through MESA (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement).

What You’ll Learn


  • Jennifer Barson
    Jennifer Barson
    Geology
    A.A., Pierce Community College; B.S. Central Washington University; M.S., University of Nevada, Reno
    Jennifer.Barson@sfcc.spokane.edu
    509-533-3060
  • Adriana Bishop
    Adriana Bishop
    Chemistry
    B.S., M.S., University of Houston, Clear Lake; additional study: University of Texas, Galveston
    Adriana.Bishop@sfcc.spokane.edu
    509-533-3659
  • Asa Bradley
    Asa Bradley
    Physics
    B.S., Sam Houston State University; M.S., University of Colorado Health Sciences Center; M.F.A., Eastern Washington University; additional studies, University of California Extension
    Asa.Bradley@sfcc.spokane.edu
    509-533-3837
  • Kira Burt
    Kira Burt
    Physics
    B.S., Eastern Washington University; M.S., Ph.D., University of California
    Kira.Burt@sfcc.spokane.edu
    509-533-3668
  • Devika Gates
    Devika Gates
    Chemistry
    B.S., University of Washington; Ph.D., University of Oregon
    Devika.Gates@sfcc.spokane.edu
    509-533-3652
  • Michele Moore
    Michele Moore
    Astronomy
    B.S., Eastern Washington University; M.S., Washington State University; Ph.D., Washington State University
    Michele.Moore@sfcc.spokane.edu
    509-533-4104
  • Joanna Petridou-Fischer
    Joanna Petridou-Fischer
    Chemistry
    B.S., M.S., American University of Beirut, Lebanon; Ph.D., University of New Mexico, Albuquerque
    J.Petridou-Fischer@sfcc.spokane.edu
    509-533-3662
  • John Whitmer
    John Whitmer
    Moonlight Appointment
    B.S., University of Idaho; B.S., B.S., University of Washington; M.S., San Diego State University
    John.Whitmer@sfcc.spokane.edu
    509-533-3673

Have a question? Let's hear it.

Adriana Bishop

Department Chair
Adriana.Bishop@sfcc.spokane.edu
509-533-3659

Kaila Inbody

Curriculum Advisor
Kaila.Inbody@sfcc.spokane.edu
509-533-4150