Take Calculus 3 for Biology Masters?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the decision of a Biology major considering whether to take Calculus 3 in preparation for a master's program. Participants share their experiences and opinions regarding the difficulty and enjoyment of Calculus 3 compared to previous calculus courses.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants recommend taking Calculus 3, describing it as fun and easier than Calculus 2.
  • Others express that Calculus 3 can be just as difficult as Calculus 2, depending on the student.
  • A few participants share personal experiences, stating they found Calculus 3 more enjoyable than previous calculus courses.
  • One participant mentions struggling with specific concepts in Calculus 3, such as Taylor and Maclaurin series, suggesting that teaching style can impact understanding.
  • There are differing opinions on the overall difficulty of the calculus series, with some participants questioning how others struggle with it.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally express mixed views on the difficulty of Calculus 3, with some finding it easier and more enjoyable than Calculus 2, while others disagree and find it challenging. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the overall consensus on the course's difficulty.

Contextual Notes

Participants' experiences with calculus courses vary significantly, indicating that individual backgrounds and teaching methods may influence perceptions of difficulty and enjoyment.

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I'm a Biology major, I'm in my senior year, but I'm thinking of taking Calculus 3, in which I may use for my masters. Do you recommend this?
 
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Calc 3 is like calc 1 but with multiple variables, its quite easy, so I recommend it.'
 
plus it's way fun
 
I did find calc 3 the most interesting out of all the other calcs!
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lou6 said:
I'm a Biology major, I'm in my senior year, but I'm thinking of taking Calculus 3, in which I may use for my masters. Do you recommend this?

I strongly recommend it. Calculus 3 is actual fun and not deadly like Calculus 2.
 
Yeah, I also found calc 3 more fun and a little bit easier than calc 2. I'd say take it. Taking more math can never hurt for any science major.
 
l46kok said:
I strongly recommend it. Calculus 3 is actual fun and not deadly like Calculus 2.
Students vary. Calculus 3 can be just about as difficult as Calculus 2. Still, if you believe or know that Calculus 3 could be a useful tool for your work, then enroll in it when you're ready.
 
I didnt like C3, I liked C2 more.
 
DefaultName said:
I didnt like C3, I liked C2 more.

Taylor and Mcclaurin series did not make sense to me until I had my electronics professor explain it to me. God I hated series..
 
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i'm sorry but i have no idea how some people can't handle a class in the calc series
 
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I agree ice, my discrete math professors always use to say, "well that's easier than calculus".
 
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i am taking calc 3 and it´s fun, calc 2 was hard compared to this
 

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