Double Majoring in Math & Physics - Should I Take Diffy Q's?

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The discussion centers on the decision to take Differential Equations alongside Calculus III for a double major in Math and Physics. The student has successfully placed into Calculus II and has a strong grasp of advanced topics, maintaining a 98% in the course. They express a desire to take Differential Equations with a preferred professor, who will not teach it again for another year. The consensus among participants indicates that it is common and manageable to take both courses concurrently, provided the student is prepared for the workload.

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  • Understanding of Calculus II concepts
  • Familiarity with Differential Equations
  • Knowledge of Calculus III topics, particularly double and triple integrals
  • Basic proficiency in vector mathematics
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  • Research the syllabus and requirements for Differential Equations
  • Review Calculus III material to ensure readiness for concurrent enrollment
  • Consult academic advisors about course load management
  • Explore study resources for Differential Equations and Calculus III integration
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This discussion is beneficial for undergraduate students majoring in Math and Physics, academic advisors, and anyone considering the workload of advanced mathematics courses.

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I am double majoring in math and physics, as a result I have to take more math (I like math so it's okay). I am in my first semester as an undergrad, and they gave us placement tests. I placed out of calculus I, and was put into calculus II. I self-taught after I graduated and worked up to material in calc III and some of differential equations, but they didn't let me place out of calc II so I am stuck in a class that I find easy. Luckily the semester is coming to an end and I have maintained a 98% in the class. I really like the calc II professor and would love to take him again, and I found out he teaches Differential Equations and Linear Algebra, but he's teaching it in Spring and then not at all next year. So I want to talk to my adviser and schedule differential equations as well as Calc III (I'm already enrolled in Calc III) I feel I can handle it, because I know how to do double and triple integrals as well as take partial derivatives- I also know quite a lot (like a lot a lot) about vectors, and from my independent reading, material from calc III isn't really heavily used in diffy q's (ignoring vectors for linear algebra). So my question is, should I try to take differential equations next semester too? Or is too much information from calc III used that I would only ruin my gpa.

Sorry if I have bad English, it is not my first language.
 
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Depends on what else you plan on taking, but generally, it's common for people to take calc III and diff eq at the same time. I did.
 

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