# Taking mechanical physics next fall

1. Feb 22, 2012

### HeartyBowl

Right now I am taking conceptual physics which is the most basic physics class
my college offers.

I am taking Calculus 1 right now and plan to take calculus 2 in the summer (2 month course).
So do you think calc 1 and 2 will be enough to be prepared for mech physics? Or do you think i should have probably taken algebra-based physics before calculus-based physics(mech phys)?

2. Feb 22, 2012

### PhanthomJay

You should be well prepared for mechanical calculus based Physics having completed calc 1 and 2 (especially calc 1). No need to take algebra based physics...in fact, calc based physics may be easier since you can better understand the derivation of the equations. Note that calc based physics, just like algebra based physics, also requires a good working knowledge of algebra, which I assume you have.

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