Is it a bad idea to take Calc III and Diff EQ in the same Semester?

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Taking Calculus III and Differential Equations in the same semester is generally acceptable, as the courses are largely independent of each other. The discussion indicates that the Calculus III curriculum does not significantly overlap with Differential Equations, allowing students to manage both subjects concurrently without major difficulties. This conclusion is supported by personal experiences shared by participants in the forum.

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  • Research the syllabus for Calculus III and Differential Equations at your institution
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No, that should be fine. For the most part, they won't be related.d
 
My Cal III course barely touched on DE's. You should be fine.
 

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