Is Taking Quantum Mechanics Pass/Fail a Bad Idea for My Transcript?

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Taking quantum mechanics (QM) on a pass/fail basis raises concerns about its impact on transcripts, particularly for engineering students who may not require it for their degree. The individual is considering this option due to a heavy course load and the desire to learn about QM without the pressure of a traditional grading system. There is a suggestion that attending classes without enrolling could be an alternative, allowing for learning without affecting the transcript. However, the necessity of QM in graduate studies is questioned, indicating a need for clarity on its relevance to engineering fields. Overall, the discussion revolves around balancing academic workload with the desire for knowledge in a challenging subject.
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I'd like to take quantum mechanics pass fail and I'm curious if this actually has the possibility of looking bad on my transcripts --

I'm an engineer so I don't need to take QM and this semester my course load + everything else going on may be a little too much for me to do well in this course (as well as I could if I actually had enough time).

I would like to take QM pass/fail just so I can learn more about it. I'll probably need to formally take a QM class in grad school, so even if I did take this course for a grade, I would probably need to repeat something very similar to it anyway.

Does it look bad to have a pass/fail course on my transcript like this? I could always just sit in and not enroll, but then I wouldn't really be able to take the exams, hand in homework, etc.

Thanks,
roeb
 
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If you just want to learn it,
you can always just come to the classes.

Then you don't have to worry about pass/fail on your transcript
 
Why do you think as an engineer you will need QM in grad school?
 

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