What do you think of my schedule for fall 2013?

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The discussion centers around the appropriateness of a physics major's course schedule, which includes Electricity and Magnetism, Quantum Mechanics, Mathematical Physics II focusing on PDEs and complex analysis, and either Solid State Physics or introductory Cosmology. Participants generally agree that this schedule is standard for a junior physics major. However, there are concerns regarding the feasibility of taking Solid State Physics without prior coursework in Quantum Mechanics, as a foundational understanding of QM is deemed essential for grasping the complexities of Solid State Physics. Some participants highlight the challenges they faced in Solid State Physics after only a year of QM, indicating that a solid background in quantum concepts is crucial for success in the course.
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Electricity and Magnetism 1-Griffith level
Quantum Mechanics-1 Griffith
Mathematical Physics II topics are mostly PDE's and complex Analysis
And either Solid State physics or intro to Cosmology. Both classes are senior or junior level

Do you guys think this is a decent schedule for a junior who is a physics major?
 
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Yep, sounds about standard! Good luck!
 
How can you take Solid without having taken any QM? I am currently taking Solid State after a year of QM on Griffiths+some Shankar level and still find it a rather difficult subject.
 
This is true, solid state is a 3-4 year split with chemistry and physics at my university. You must have taken some QM if you wish to get an understanding of the subject.
 

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