Mechanics / E&M / Multivariable Calc / Diff EQ Self Study

In summary, the individual is seeking advice on how to directed-study four courses in order to receive credit for college undergraduate credit. They are advised to find out the texts used at the desired school and work through them, and MITocw is suggested as a resource with video lectures and practice exams available.
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Hello Physics Forums!

I'm in a little bit of an interesting situation. I've completed the classes offered at my school, but have been told that if I can directed-study these four courses they will provide me with a credit bearing exam for college undergraduate credit. Do you have any recommended resources, pacing, advice for these courses?

Thank you!
 
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Find out the texts used at the school you want to attend, and work through them. That should put you on the right track.
 
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To add to this: MITocw has video lectures for all these courses. And practice exams as well. Although the physics lectures are on youtube under a different channel. Search for "walter lewin 8.01" for mechanics.
 

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