Would it be possible for me to take University Physics and Calculus in one semester?

Question

I know Calc 1 is the prereq but I already have taken Trignometry, Algebra, and Algebra based Physics. I got a B in all classes. How hard would it be?

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Answer 1

Sure it's possible...but, if you have the option, take the prereq as the school suggests. Taking calc and physics concurrently is like getting the bricks and wood just in time to build your house. If the bricks and wood don't arrive just in time, you won't be able to put up the walls to your house.

Similarly, if you don't get partial differential equations just in time, you won't be able to solve Maxwell's equations. It's much better to have the bricks and wood (calc) on hand before you start building your house (physics).

Answer 2

It depends on how much physics you intend on taking and the program I guess. Some introductory physics classes require that you have taken Calc 1 and will use it extensively. It might not be a good idea to take these. However, most first semester introductory physics classes can be taken with Calc 1 concurrently...it's just that it's easier if you take Calc 1 first since then you only have to worry about learning the physics without having to try to learn math at the same time...I did them concurrently and sometime my physics class got ahead of my Calc 1 class mathematically.

Answer 3

if the class says there is a prereq it means that you will be using some of what you learned IN that class ....i'd say no, it would only hurt your grade....IF they let you take it at all. my school is keen on what prereq's and wont even let you sign up if you havent taken them.

Answer 4

Calculus and linear algebra first. Physics later. You will be a much happier bunny that way.

Answer 5

not hard at all.
u need to do calc to do physics...
n physics aint tht hard!
n u can come to us nytime :d