Courses What courses is Discrete Mathematics necessary for? I may need to push it back.

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The discussion centers on the relevance of discrete mathematics for advanced courses such as Real Analysis, Advanced Calculus, and Abstract Algebra. The original poster notes that their degree plan does not require discrete math, and they are considering delaying it until their senior year. They express confidence in their ability to handle advanced courses without it, particularly since they are comfortable with proofs, which are a key component of discrete math. Another participant reassures them that as long as they are adept at proofs, they should not face significant issues in their advanced studies. The poster also mentions their experience with Abstract Algebra and their intention to retake the course for better quality instruction, indicating a proactive approach to their education.
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None of my advanced courses require discrete math as a requisite. In fact, the only course that does explicitly require it is not on my degree plan of operations research. However, is this going to bother me when it comes time for say Real Analysis, Advanced Calc, or Abstract Algebra? I think I will still have the necessary skills for any of those courses without taking Discrete immediately. So I'm looking to push it back to senior year and move another class sequence up a semester each. Do you think it would hurt me?
 
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Not at all. The only thing discrete mathematics is useful for is to introduce proofs. So as long as you're comfortable with them, you should have no problem :smile:
 
Great! Thanks! My school has another class called Intro to Proof, and I'm actually 1uite aa bit above that. I've been through Abstract Algebra already, but I want to retake because I want a better quality class. However, the proofs aren't too bad.

Thanks for your help!
 

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