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I'm a physics and math major, going into my 3rd year. Suppose I want to do research in theoretical aspects of condensed matter. What would be the mathematics I should be learning as an undergraduate? Here is a rundown of courses I'm considering taking next year: Abstract Algebra: it seems a...

I'm looking for the online physics course to transfer university of minnesota ( 1301w or 1201w ). Is there anyone taking the online physics to transfer umn as meet the phys1201 or 1301??

Hello, everyone, I am a freshman in ECE( My degree atm is CompE) who by next semester(fall 2019) will have completed calc 1 -3, elementary linear algebra(with proofs) and differential equations. My program still requires me to take a course in discrete mathematics, probability(super basic imo)...

Which Design courses are available in Electrical engineering for getting good job opportunities

What is the basic difference between the following math courses? Single Variable and Multivariable Calculus Discrete Math and Applied Math Euclidean and Non-Euclidean Geometries Trigonometry and Rational Trigonometry Linear Algebra and Abstract Algebra

So I’m a high school freshman this school year. We have these little presentations by our counselors about planning out our high school years and beyond. In our high school, you only need 3 credits for math (3 years) to graduate. I am currently in Algebra 1. I heard that my school offers these...

So we are to choose electives (this is all undergrad) for the spring in about a month or so, and i am having doubts if i might end up taking one "math heavy" or "concept heavy" course too many. My uni splits one semester into two periods, meaning the spring semester is based on two periods...

I am a third year undergraduate physics student with some interest in theoretical physics. This term I want to learn General Relativity or Group Theory, but they are all hard, time-consuming courses. If I don't take them, I can explore broader areas of physics to make a decision on what I will...

I am looking to get back into the groove of education following a long absence due to health reasons. The subjects that I am interested in studying at this time are mathematics (both pure and applied), physics, or computer science all at either the freshman or sophomore university level. I am...

I have started going through the Quantum Mechanics 8.04x and 8.05x from MIT in edx by prof. Barton Zwiebach. I am enjoying them. 8.04x 1. https://courses.edx.org/courses/course-v1:MITx+8.04.1x+3T2017/course/ 2. https://courses.edx.org/courses/course-v1:MITx+8.04.2x+3T2017/course/ 3...

This poll (attempt) is for physics graduates. Was any vocational education or engineering course work extremely important or helpful in earning your undergraduate degree in physics, either before or during your Physics education? (this line edited) I am hoping the view votes publicly only...

Hi, In about two weeks I'm starting my Junior year at a UC, after transferring from a community college. I want to review/get ahead before the quarter officially starts, but I'm at a loss of how to do so. I feel like I may be at a disadvantage to other students because my previous courses...

To sum up the current biggest stress of my life into a question: do you recommend that I stay in a biology/chemistry-based research program or pursue proof-based math courses? I am a freshman physics major at a good research university. I was invited into a very difficult program for "future...

I have a normal GPA grade(3.5/4.0), many research experience with professor at Max Planck Institute and many publication including PRB paper and 1st author paper(sci). I would like to apply to ETH Zurich master in Physics course, but i did not take math courses except mathematical physics1...

Hi, so I am a double major in Math and just recently added physics. But going through the major requirements and my university's offerings, it seems we don't offer many courses. This is also the case for our math program (and part of the reason I added the additional degree). I am curious if...

There are two courses at my school involving optics. I'm not sure if they are too similar that taking both would be a waste of time, or if they would be different enough that it would be ok to take both. The first one is from the electrical engineering department, here is the course...

Hey! Im going into second year and I’m trying to find textbooks to study for some physics courses out of since I have the time. Heck, even some multivariable calculus textbooks might help. We use James Stewart’s Early Transcendentals 8th Edition and it didn’t really help- that and uh I...

Hi all, I am making a decision regarding the mathematics courses I should take before graduating so that I can leave Uni with a "decent enough" mathematical foundation. Some courses I had in mind were Linear Algebra, Group Theory, and Probability & Statistics, however I have little knowledge...

Hello, I'm curious on what the forum thinks on this topic. At the physics department there are dedicated math courses for physics students but physics students can also opt for pure math courses with math majors. I opted for the latter and am having difficulties though I am enjoying the...

I wasn't sure if I should post this here or academic guidance but given the career factor in this question I will post it here: I am doing a masters in electrical engineering with a focus on signal processing but I am also interested in others areas such as machine learning and robotics. I need...

Hi all, I am completely new to this forum. So allow me to introduce myself. I am currently paving my career as a mathematician, particularly in the field of probability theory and financial mathematics. I am currently pursuing a PhD in this subject and could not help but notice how closely...

I am a Mechanical Engineering student but I very much miss the theoretical side of education from my Physics classes in high school. I am looking to supplement my degree with electives in upper-division Physics courses. Which courses would be the most value-adding and have minimal overlap with...

Hi, So I'm looking for free ideally photography and or video editing/video production courses that ideally give out a certification upon completion of the course to share the certification with employers. I've been googling some courses and looking on coursera and alison but I'm not getting...

I find both subjects interesting, to the point where every night after putting the kids to bed, I spend a few hours self-studying, but I wonder if going back for a master's degree would be worth the effort. I know that if I want to do professional work in either of these two subjects I'll need...

Already in my mind I envision designing, and to have produced a unique design of boat. I know right now from the get go, that my design is going to be simple, inexpensive, but I am going to give it that which will make it special. I will give it certain features that will make it very...

Hi! I will soon begin my third year at the theoretical physics program. I have done a bunch of classical & Lagrangian mechanics, SP, atomic physics, electromagnetism, and basic particle physics. Is it a good idea to study general relativity and quantum field theory with this knowledge, what...

Hello PF, I am a physics junior and I lately decided on a math double major. I found the topics and classes and interesting enough to do so. Now my prospective fields are either high energy physics or quantum information. And so I wanted to tailor my math electives to help me within these...

I am starting my senior year this spring semester. I have been looking at Applicant Profiles and Admission Results on physicsGre forum, and it honestly made me a bit depressed and anxious. I am an international student at a large state school known for its physics program. I have no research...

Hi everyone, I'm currently a sophomore at UC Berkeley. I came in intending a double major in computer science and physics, but I'm definitely way more passionate about physics. I spent freshman year loading up on CS classes so I could declare the CS major, and this semester I decided to focus...

Hello, I'm thinking to take some online courses like on Udemy, but I am not sure if this will add value to my CV by itself or I need to do some projects on the topic of interest to show employers what I know. What do you think? Thanks

I am a middle-school student and I have just recently finished a course in Honors Physics and have already started one on AP Calculus. I have been reading quite a few books on quantum physics. I just recently started one on quantum computing and it is very interesting. Interesting enough I might...

Hey everyone, The Short Story: I need to choose 5 classes from the below list that will make me marketable after graduation aside from an internship. The Long Story: I'll be entering my final semesters this coming year. I, mostly, have only electives left. I have to take at least 5 courses...

Due to circumstances outside of my control, I couldn't go to college after high school. Physics is my passion however and I refuse to give up. I have a 5 month old so it would be in my best interest to start my schooling online. I'm only the 2nd person in my family to go to college. So, I don't...

At the college I go to, there is somebody with a PHD in math who teaches Algebra 1. How common is this?

Hello, I’m currently an Undergraduate Computer Engineer at UIC and minoring in physics. I have become more and more interested in Quantum Computing and its related fields. I plan on continuing my masters in Electrical engineering (Nano - technology). I was wondering if you could help me out in...

Hello everyone, Last year, I graduated with an Electrical Engineering degree from a Canadian university with a horrible GPA of 2.62 (reasons why I got this gpa explained here) I have never forgotten about the dream of finally getting into graduate studies, mainly in the field of...

What courses are you taking first semester?

Hi! So I just breezed through a summer Calc II course (took E&M and Modern Physics last semester) and will be approaching Solid State Physics and Calc III this coming semester together. I've taken my school's upper division Linear Algebra course and passed before last semester and continue to do...

The classes include: Electricity and Magnetism 2, Intro Modern Physics, Intro Theoretical Physics, Optics Lab, Intro to Solid State Physics. I will have a good amount of experience in E&M as well as Theoretical Physics. This will be for my second semester of 3rd year going for a B.S. in physics...

I'm a physics undergrad and was wondering which programming classes are most useful/beneficial; python, linux, c++, java, etc...

I'm looking for tested and proven technology for the high school chemistry class, can anyone suggest anything? It's a passion of mine to improve labs, and teaching lessons. Lately there has been a lot of emphasis on technology in the classroom. How do you implement any technology when there are...

So far, I have taken General Chemistry I and II, and Organic Chemistry I. Out of these classes, only General Chemistry I seems to make use of the periodic table, but it is mostly just going through the basics of the periodc table. Not so much in Gen Chem II or Orgo I. I mean they give it to you...

I'm a double major in physics and math. I have taken Calc 1-3, ODE, and linear algebra. This summer I'm taking PDE and in Fall I'll be taking complex variables. What other courses would you recommend?

Didn't know where to put this question. but just wanted to ask quickly. All i know is that in Calculus 3, you use double, triple or multiple integrals for 3D models. But what other higher level math course uses or involves multiple integrals?

At this point I have no idea how to look at this situation, so I'm really hoping I can get a little help here. I have an offer for Mathematical and Theoretical Physics which leads to an MMath, and eliminates all lab. I also have an offer for straight Physics, leading to MPhys with no extra...

I had recently appeared for 10th standard examinations. I want to make a career in astronomy, cosmology, and similar fields. I am looking for guidance & assistance for the same. Request for help from anyone from the similar field. Appreciate the response. Thanks & Regards

I have one year left until I get my mathematics degree (applied). I am probably going to go to graduate school, but if I didn't what courses would you recommend I take? Maybe in general but more specifically for a job in a STEM field. I'm currently thinking of complex variables and vector...

I'm two semesters away from graduating, after which i will get a masters degree in stats. My last semester is basically just one where i take courses I want while i wait for grad school to start, because i will have graduated after the semester after this current semester. Which COMPUTER SCIENCE...

So I'm an upcoming freshman at my local high school (class of 2021) and I know without a shadow of a doubt I will pursue a physics major in college and eventually a career in the field. At this point I've managed to set up a pretty solid four year schedule (which I will post below), but I still...

Hello, I’m currently an Undergraduate Computer Engineer at UIC and minoring in physics. I have become more and more interested in Quantum Computing and its related fields. I plan on continuing my masters in Electrical engineering and taking graduate level physics classes at the same time. I...