Can I Take Calc-Based Physics 2 Without Algebra-Based Physics 1?

[whatlifeforme]

I took algebra based physics 1, and need physics 2 to graduate. I don't want to take algebra based. Is it possible to take calc based physics 2 with taking algebra based physics 1?

If i talked to my school what would they say? What if I needed calc physics 1 and 2 for BS would they sub 1?

 

[member 392791]

The calc based is probably the prerequisite, so on those grounds it is unlikely they will let you take physics II that is a calc based class. However, is it REALLY necessary? That is a little more open to debate, and I'd wager that it might not be. That doesn't mean that your school will let you do it anyways though.

 

[whatlifeforme]

Is what really necessary?

1.If I do a Bachelors of Arts in Chemistry I can take physics 2 algebra and get the credit i need, but i hate to take it without calculus, but i will if i have to.2. Bachelors of Science Chemstry Any / Biochemistry Concentration: requires calc physics 1 and 2.

 

[PhizKid]

It depends on the course. My school's calculus-based physics 1 and 2 courses do not use calculus and only algebra.