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James Corkins, Ed.D.

Residential Faculty - Physics

Physical Science

Physical Science

Office: PS 15 - Room: PS204

480-461-7878

480-461-7878 (alt)

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM10:15 AM - 11:15 AM10:15 AM - 11:15 AM10:15 AM - 11:15 AM 
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM  

I will either be in PS204 or PS107 for my office hours.  Please email me the day before for any online appointments.

Profile

Some background information about myself, I was born and raised in the Phoenix, AZ area. Some of my hobbies include olympic lifting, surfing, drawing cartoons, boardgames, RPGs, and walking doggies.   My wife Jennifer is a 4th grade teacher.  We have no children, but are in the process of adopting doggos =)

I attended Arizona State University for all three of my degrees: Bachelor’s of Science- Physics, Master’s of Science, Doctorate of Education- Physics. At ASU, I received the award for Instructor of the year and was nominated for dissertation of the year.

I was also researcher and post-doc with ASU working on the JiTTILL grant- a study funded by the NSF which proposes to innovate on teaching methods of university engineering and physics classrooms through valid and reliable assessments.

I was also the director of research at a local technology and e-learning company where I designed and implemented new curriculum, created and validated diagnostic and summative assessments and items, integrated new technology into the instructional design, and I was responsible for all research data analyses.

Classes Taught

Spring 2025

PHY111 General Physics I 4 Credits

Includes motion, energy, and properties of matter.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT182 or MAT187 or MAT188 or MAT220 or MAT221 or eligibility for MAT220 as indicated by appropriate placement or 1 yr high school Trigonometry with a grade of C or better or permission of Department or Division.

Course Notes: It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Physics and Astronomy Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26846
Dobson Campus

PS107 - Astronomy/Physics Lab
In Person
Lecture
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
TuTh
7:30 AM – 8:45 AM

Class Started

Notes: This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 26846 must also register for .
26844

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

This course may require in person proctored assessments or exams that will be administered at Mesa Community College at no charge. Proctoring services not administered at Mesa Community College may be used and students are responsible for any additional costs incurred. Contact the instructor for further details.

Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 26844 must also register for .
26847
Dobson Campus

PS107 - Astronomy/Physics Lab
In Person
Lab
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
TuTh
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Class Started

Notes: This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 26847 must also register for .
26845

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

This course may require in person proctored assessments or exams that will be administered at Mesa Community College at no charge. Proctoring services not administered at Mesa Community College may be used and students are responsible for any additional costs incurred. Contact the instructor for further details.

Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 26845 must also register for .
PHY112 General Physics II 4 Credits

Includes electricity, electromagnetism, and modern physics.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PHY111.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26871
Dobson Campus

PS107 - Astronomy/Physics Lab
In Person
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
MoWe
7:30 AM – 8:45 AM

Class Started

Notes: This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 26871 must also register for .
26872
Dobson Campus

PS107 - Astronomy/Physics Lab
In Person
Lab
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
MoWe
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Class Started

Notes: This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 26872 must also register for .

Degrees & Awards

Bachelor's of Science- Physics

Master's of Science- Physics

Doctorate of Education- Physics

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