Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the feasibility and challenges of taking Organic Chemistry and General Physics concurrently at a community college. Participants share their experiences and perspectives on the difficulty of these courses, the impact of taking multiple STEM classes, and the comparison between community colleges and four-year universities.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
- Exploratory
- Technical explanation
Main Points Raised
- One participant expresses concern about the difficulty of taking both Organic Chemistry and Physics, noting that many struggle with these subjects.
- Another suggests that if the participant is only taking these two STEM classes and is comfortable with liberal arts, it may be manageable, but recommends dropping one if additional STEM classes are included.
- A participant confirms their plan to take only Organic Chemistry and Physics without any liberal arts classes.
- Another participant shares their intention to take the same two classes along with calculus while starting a new job, indicating a lack of free time and a cautious approach to course load based on the initial experience with Organic Chemistry.
- One participant mentions taking Organic Chemistry, Physics, Differential Equations, and Linear Algebra simultaneously, stating they did not find it particularly challenging and suggesting that Organic Chemistry may have an exaggerated reputation for difficulty.
- Another participant agrees that Organic Chemistry is conceptual and intuitive, implying that its perceived difficulty may not reflect the actual experience for all students.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing views on the difficulty of taking Organic Chemistry and Physics together, with some suggesting it is manageable while others caution against overloading with additional STEM classes. There is no consensus on whether community colleges are easier than four-year universities, as experiences vary.
Contextual Notes
Participants' views on the difficulty of courses are based on personal experiences, which may not be representative of all students. The discussion does not resolve the question of whether taking both classes simultaneously is advisable for everyone.
Who May Find This Useful
Students considering taking Organic Chemistry and Physics at the same time, particularly at community colleges, may find insights from peer experiences valuable.