Testing out of calc based physics

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The discussion centers on a University of Hartford student contemplating self-studying calculus-based physics to test out of the introductory course. The student has completed a calculus course and seeks to assess their readiness by locating relevant mathematical examples. Participants advise considering the potential risks of self-study, particularly regarding the lab component, which may prevent testing out of the course.

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  • Ability to locate and analyze mathematical examples
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  • Research self-study resources for calculus-based physics
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Dear all:
I am a student at the University of Hartford and next semester I must take an Introductory physics course with basis on Calculus. Now I was pondering simply takeing a month or two and teaching it to myself and then testing out of the class so I can move onto more advanced materials quicker. I have taken a calculus course and I have the more basic fundalmentals down. What do people think? too risky? or think it might be beneficial to take the class anyways? I am trying to locate examples of the math myself so i can determine if i have the knowledge to do what I want to do.

Thanks for your help!
 
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you might consider, if there's a lab component to the course, then they might not let you test out of it.
 

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