What should i expect in physics in college?

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College physics courses, specifically General Physics I and II, are comparable to AP Physics, particularly for students majoring in Biochemistry or Neuroscience. Students transitioning from AP Physics B or C will find the content familiar, although advanced physics courses will delve deeper into complex concepts. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding the course structure and expectations for those pursuing a Biochemistry major.

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  • Understanding of AP Physics B and C
  • Basic knowledge of General Physics I and II
  • Familiarity with Biochemistry curriculum requirements
  • Awareness of advanced physics concepts for future studies
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  • Research the syllabus for General Physics I and II at your prospective college
  • Explore the differences between AP Physics B and C
  • Investigate advanced physics courses relevant to Biochemistry and Neuroscience majors
  • Review study strategies for college-level physics
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Students considering a major in Biochemistry or Neuroscience, prospective college physics students, and anyone seeking to understand the transition from high school to college-level physics courses.

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First off, sorry for wrong location of post. I am wondering what kind of stuff you guys do in college physics. Is it similar to AP Physics? What should I expect in the Biochemistry Major, I was looking at the suggested courses on my future college's website and I think it was something like Gen. Physics I in soph. year and Gen. Physics II in jr. year
 
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Can you refine your question a little bit?
 
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lodovico said:
... Is it similar to AP Physics? ...

AP Physics B or C?
 
As a biochem major taking general physics I and II I would expect it to be very similar to high school AP physics. At least it was like that in my university. Now, if you were to take more advanced physics major courses, then obviously they would be much more in depth.
 
Yea I'm in physics C now

Say my major could be neuroscience or biochem
 

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