What courses can I expect after calculus?

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The discussion revolves around selecting textbooks for upcoming math courses after completing calculus levels 1-4. The original poster, a math major, is considering linear algebra and analysis as potential subjects but lacks specific course information. Participants emphasize the importance of consulting a course catalog or academic adviser to determine required textbooks, rather than purchasing random books. There is a mention of the variability in math curricula across universities, highlighting the need for tailored advice. The poster notes the availability of older editions of textbooks at low prices, indicating a willingness to explore these options while awaiting further details on course requirements.
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I've completed calc 1-4 and I want to order textbooks for my upcoming courses however I am not sure what they will be yet. WOuld linear algebra and an analysis class be a safe bet?

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What is your major?

You clearly did not give enough information for one to answer in a meaningful way.
 
There should be some sort of course catalog, or an adviser you can consult. You should check those places. I mean, what textbooks would you order anyways? Wouldn't you want to buy the book that is used in your course? You don't just buy random books do you?
 
The standard topics covered in undergraduate math are (in my experience):

analysis
calculus
real analysis
complex analysis
ODEs
PDEs

algebra
linear algebra
abstract algebra
number theory

geometry and topology
topology
differential geometry

Of course, the details will depend on your university's program. You should also consult with an adviser or professor.
 
DimReg said:
Wouldn't you want to buy the book that is used in your course? You don't just buy random books do you?
No and No.
Terrible advice like that is why I own Matrix Theory with Applications by Jack L Goldberg. Much better to buy good books.
 
DimReg said:
There should be some sort of course catalog, or an adviser you can consult. You should check those places. I mean, what textbooks would you order anyways? Wouldn't you want to buy the book that is used in your course? You don't just buy random books do you?
There's a course catalog however it's not in any particular order, it's just a bunch of classes I'm expected to take. I'm not going to be making my schedule for probably another month so idk which specific books I need however older edition books on subjects like linear algebra are like 2 bucks so I am planning on buying some of those and checking them out

Math major btw
 
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