What kind of courses should one generally take first year of college?

Question

Im going for a B.S. in Bio.

btw im goin to try and graduate in 3 yrs.

can anytell me what "3 SCH free electives" on this page i need to know cuz i got that:

http://www.utdallas.edu/dept/ugraddean/apcredit.html

Answer 1

The course load you take will vary depending on the requirements of the university. In addition, some departments may recommend a certain track based on the data they've collected regarding courses and how students do. For instance, if they see students do better in their first semester of biology after they've taken chemistry or a certain math, they may recommend that you hold off on biology rather than take it when you first arrive. Others may want you to jump right in based on the pre-requisites and the sequence of classes required for the degree.
In general, if you're thinking science, it's nice to have a balance of math, science, and some type of general education (english/foreign language/humanities/social science etc.) This gives you time to spread out what you're doing through out college (with the geneds and science) along with allowing you the opportunity to adjust to the transition of college life without bombarding you with ALL science.

Check with your department and/or advisor

Also those electives are typically just that, electives. Usually means that they count for your total number of courses needed for graduation but may not fulfill a requirement. Again, check with the dept. or advisor to make sure.

Answer 2

Well, it's always good to get requirements out of the way first. Now, depending on your major, your basic required classes may be different, but for me (undeclared) they were 1 math, 2 sciences and a science lab, 2 cultural diversities and some others I've forgotten.

It's really important you talk to an Academic Advisor and it's essentially their job to suggest what classes you should take. However, depending on the advisor, they may screw you over ( like mine did ) or be really helpful.

As an example, my first AA put me in Math 111 despite me not being super great in Math, not planning to pursue math at all and only needing to fill one math requirement. So I dropped 111 and took 105 which was the lowest Math class I could take and still fulfill the requirement, and it was VERY easy. So really, keep your eyes peeled for classes like that.

I guess what I'm really trying to convey here is the importance of talking to an advisor.

Answer 3

It all depends on what college you are going to but.. For starters.. usually all freshmen end up taking. English, a math, you will most likely have to take intro to bio.. or chem.. and then take an easier course. That way you don't pile yourself with hella hard classes your very first sememster.

But definitely check your school.. and make sure you get your pre-requisites for any bio courses you are gonna need in the future done now.. Otherwise they may end up holding you back. GOOD LUCK>

Answer 4

Get your requirements completed first such as English, Composition, Art, Music, Foreign Language and any prerequisite science courses. Usually it takes the first two years in a four year program.

Answer 5

Well then you need to look at taking 15 or so credits

Two solids (A math and History or Poly Sci)
An Arts
A Major (Science or biology course)
English 101

That's a pretty heavy work load.

Answer 6

I took Calculus, Physics, Philosophy, Advanced French and a Composition course.

I recommend all of them.

Answer 7

the general education requirements to clear the way for your major