<p>I am thinking of taking a 300-level History course this fall. It seems the most interesting courses are all 3xx. Thoughts?</p>
<p>I think that's a good idea!!!</p>
<p>The only thing that would be bad is if a person took too many 300 level classes.</p>
<p>From what I've heard 300 level classes sound easier since you focus more instead of covering a huge amount of material.</p>
<p>just be prepared to work!
i took two 300 level math courses my 1st semester, i did well. its not impossible but dont expect it to be easy like a 100 level course. it will proly be a lot more interesting than a 100 level course as others have said.</p>
<p>yeah, I hope to take 2 300 level math courses (diffq and probability) my first semester along with physics III. I hope its not too much, but right now I am only signed up for 14 CH and I am afraid I will be -bored to tears-.</p>
<p>Not all 300 level courses are created equally. A 300 level math or science course will be rigorous and challenging, but there are some easy 300 level humanities/social sciences courses. But i guess that's true at every level.</p>
<p>And to put my own two cents in, I took BIOL 317 my first semester of first year and that combined with another class pretty much sunk my gpa. Just make sure you absolutely have a handle on the subject, and be prepared to work ridiculously hard. =)</p>
<p>Ehiunno: I wouldn't suggest diffEq and Probability first semester, especially with physics III. What classes do you currently have (with the 14 cr?)</p>
<p>I have:</p>
<p>DiffQ (4)
Phys III (4)
ENGR 141R (intro to eng) (3)
Phil of Science (3)</p>
<p>and I was thinking of adding either probability or Intro to modern algebra (Math 354, 3 cr)</p>
<p>Phil of science doesn't actually seem that interesting, but Phil of reason was full. I'll probably try to change that one, maybe delete that in favor of the other math class? Its still only 14 cr, but I dont want to look like I am slacking by only taking 4 classes. Maybe I could add a USEM. That would be</p>
<p>DiffQ, Phys III, Survey of Algebra/Probability, ENGR, USEM. for 16 cr.</p>
<p>I am looking at it like this: would taking my current load +another math class be worse than the 17 cr, 6 classes that I would have been signed up for in Engineering? I dont think so, even if STS is easy, but maybe its a better idea to go lighter?</p>
<p>Don't do more than 15 credits first semester. You'll cry. Even first semester e-schoolers take 15 credits, and that's to get situated with college. It's the second semester's 17 cr load that weeds the weak links out (jk).</p>
<p>My suggestion:
Drop either DiffEq or the survey class. Take a non math/science class. Dropping DiffEq and having a 3 cr elective will leave you with 15 credits, which is perfect. Take STS or ECE 200 or something cool like that if you want to stay in the science-y area. But your schedule looks ridiculous, and I know you want to be "oh I can handle it i'm smart". Yes, you may be brilliant. But you only have one first year, so spend it wisely. Loading up 16 credits, with two 300 level math classes and Physics III, is just dumb. You're not slacking by carrying 14 credits when you are placed into diffeq and physics III.</p>
<p>As witness to my fellow e-schoolers who took probability last year, it's no joke.. DiffEq as you already know isn't easy either.....but if you think you can handle it ,more power to you. I'm no genious but relatively intelligent and I learned the hard way......</p>
<p>ehiunno, here's a heads up: philosophy of science isn't very hard, but it's VERY boring. In fact, most philosophy classes are VERY boring. If you're reasonably intelligent and have an interest in math and science, stick to math and science. I'd recommend checking out some of the 300 level astronomy courses. Not too rigorous, but very interesting.</p>
<p>Oh yeah, astronomy or EVSC classes could be fun. You just need something other than straight up, hardcore math/physics/sciences. And I, too, have heard Phil classes are dull (the life and death one apparently is horrible). Look into some anthro or sociology classes if you want some interesting classes. Also, 200+ history/politics classes might be fun. I recommend STS 101 though...apparently a class with a lot of big, but simple projects/papers, but with the right teacher, discussions apparently are awesome.</p>
<p>ehiunno is a rodman so he wouldn't take STS 101, he would take STS 200R.</p>
<p>200R is a good class, in past years it's been mostly based on looking at various case studying and discussing the moral and ethical implications that are inherent in engineering and technology. Towards the end of the semester is a 2-3 week interactive project called NanoSim, which is a simulation of the nanotech industry. NanoSim in itself is a good reason to take this class. </p>
<p>Apparently Gorman isn't teaching it this Fall, which is a shame. Also, looking at the COD it looks like there is 1 main class and 1 smaller discussion every week, so I don't know what that means in terms of the class format and content. In the past it's just been the whole class meeting twice a week.</p>
<p>hmmm, maybe I'll take STS 200R. Freshman (rodman) e schoolers take 17 credits, so thats what I was talking about.</p>
<p>Phil of reason looked really cool. Most things I have heard about that class say its very good though.</p>
<p>looking through the COD, I might try to take MUSI212 (History of Jazz) or maybe I'll try to get in Dearth's Jazz Ensemble (hes a family friend). Some of the ASTR classes also looked really interesting (like cosmology, offered second semester). So many classes, so little time... I'll have to wait till I get home to see what fits my schedule</p>
<p>I seem to have a habit of jacking threads...</p>
<p>MUSI212 is supposed to be good. I'll be in it this fall. Cosmology is good - - John Hawley can be hilarious.</p>
<p>all 300 history classes require about the same amount of work. you'll be expected to write between 8-15 pages and have a final and possibly a midterm. Or, you'll write like 25 pages and have no tests.</p>
<p>Contrary to popular belief, 300 level classes aren't easier than 200 level history classes (although there are 200 level classes which are really hard--hieu203/204 with meyer) because they're more concentrated. Just remember, you'll have to know more about a shorter period of time, which means you'll have to learn about things you'll more than likely know nothing about.</p>
<p>Just for an example, in HIEU201--which is western civ, you'll learn about basic stuff like the babylonians, alexander the great, caesar, charlemagne, machiavelli, etc. You'll of course learn in more detail about them, but you'll likely know most of the names and have a general idea of whats going on.</p>
<p>Then take HIEU375 which is evolution of the international system. Its basically history of western civ between 1865 and 1950. You'll learn about 80000 French and German names you never heard of before.</p>
<p>ehiunno: oooh, I've heard good things about History of Jazz. It's apperently a good mix of reading longer stuff, listening to music, and then writing your own thoughts. Might be an excellent break from all of the darn math/science classes :)</p>
<p>Just got back from UVA for orientation, and I am soooo homesick...for Cville! Gahh, I can't wait :)</p>
<p>Just be prepared to.. read a lot!</p>