Calculus III or Thermodynamics: Which is the Best Fit for Next Semester?

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The discussion centers on the decision between taking Calculus III (ENGR 233) and Thermodynamics (ENGR 251) for the upcoming semester. The user is enrolled in a challenging schedule that includes Applied ODE (ENGR 213), Statics (ENGR 242), Economic Management in Engineering (ENGR 301), and Mechanical Engineering Drawing (MECH 211). The consensus suggests that while both subjects are rigorous, Thermodynamics may be a better fit alongside the existing physics-heavy courses, particularly for those who find the subject more engaging than Electromagnetism (E&M).

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  • Understanding of Ordinary Differential Equations (ODE)
  • Basic knowledge of Statics principles
  • Familiarity with Mechanical Engineering concepts
  • Interest in Thermodynamics and Calculus applications
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  • Research the syllabus and requirements for ENGR 251 - Thermodynamics
  • Explore the curriculum for ENGR 233 - Applied Advanced Calculus for Engineers
  • Review study materials for Ordinary Differential Equations (ODE)
  • Investigate the relationship between Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism (E&M)
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Students in engineering disciplines, particularly those weighing course options in mechanical engineering, and anyone seeking to balance math and physics coursework effectively.

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I have made my schedule for next semester and I am unsure if I should take Calculus III or Thermodynamics (first ME course), my schedule looks like this:

ENGR 213-Applied ODE
ENGR 242-Statics
ENGR 301-Economic Management in Engineering
MECH 211-Mechanical Engineering Drawing
Either ENGR 251-Thermodynaics or ENGR 233-Applied Advanced Calculus for Engineers (Calculus III, basically).

Is taking ODE and Calculus III recommended or would Thermodynamics be a better fit there?

Thanks in advance.
 
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Any help would be greatly appreciated.
 
Basically 2 heavy physics classes or 2 heavy math classes. Anyone?

*NOTE: I like both subjects equally.
 
I would take thermo this term, calc3 next and PDE after that.
 
That was my leaning--for some reason the idea of calculus 3 and 4 at the same time seems like too much.

How similar is Thermodynamics to E&M because I love physics but I found E&M to be incredibly boring and hard to visualize. I find the topic Thermo to be more interesting, in general, but are the methods used as obscure as E&M?

Thank BTW and thanks in advance for any responses.
 

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