ODEs: Should I Take a 2nd Semester?

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The discussion revolves around the decision to take a second semester of ordinary differential equations (ODEs) in the context of a physics degree that requires a solid foundation in calculus and differential equations. The individual has already completed differential, integral, and vector calculus, as well as linear algebra and a semester of partial differential equations (PDEs). They plan to pursue numerical analysis and possibly complex analysis in the future. The complexity of the decision highlights the challenge of determining the value of additional coursework in ODEs given their existing knowledge and future academic goals.
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I'm trying to decide whether to take a second semester of ordinary differential equations. My school's physics degree requires you to have differential, integral, and vector calculus along with a semester of ODEs. I have had all of the above along with linear algebra and a semester of PDEs. Later I plan on taking a year of numerical analysis, I'm also in computer science, not that num analysis isn't useful in physics, and maybe a semester of complex analysis. Should I take another semester of ODEs?
 
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Ok since it's such a difficult advice question, forget about it.
 

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