<p>I'm a late starter - graduated HS in 07, and didnt start CC until spring '10</p>
<p>I'm wanting to transfer to a UC for a BA in computer science. I have already finished almost all of the computer science classes listed on assist.org, and have 90% of my igetc stuff done. </p>
<p>the pickle is that i'm behind on math! assist.org says that all the UCs i'm looking at want you to be done with math 3a, 3b, 3c, and 5a (2 semesters of analytical geometry and calculus, 1 semester linear algebra , one semester of elementary differential equations). due to having been out of HS for so long before coming back to college, i had to take trig this semester, and am taking pre-calc over the summer. </p>
<p>that puts me doing my very first calculus class in fall '11! </p>
<p>i reallylyyyyyy don't want to be stuck doing math in spring '12, fall '12, and spring '13 because i will be done with literally every other requirement at the end of the fall '11 semester. if it weren't for the math issues, i'd be submitting my application for fall '12 transfer.</p>
<p>what are my options for transferring sooner? is it possible any of the UCs would be lenient about how much calculus a BA computer science has done before transfer or does assist.org really mean it when they use the word 'required' ? does someone have some genius advice on what i should do at this point?</p>
<p>I’m a CS major transferring this Fall. I hate to say it, but not having Calculus will be detrimental since it is considered “basic” math for CS majors. I can see them letting someone slide if they are missing Linear Algebra, Discrete Math, or Differential Equations but not Calc. Sorry :-(</p>
<p>well then that would mean i could consider applying for fall’12 transfer? i will be doing calculus in fall '11 and spring '12, so if they are likely to let the linear / dif requirements slide, that would be pretty awesome.</p>
<p>i’d be fine if that was the case. that would mean i can apply on the next cycle. the problem i have is with the idea of having to apply for fall '13 transfer - thats a REALLY long time away!</p>
<p>Take Calc 1 in the fall, and Calc 2 in the winter… most people disagree, but I find Calc 2 easier than Calc 1 because everything is better connected. Anyhow, I took Calc 1 in the winter, and it wasn’t so bad; you learn each chapter in a week and take the test, giving you no time to forget the information since it’s all still fresh in your mind. Just be committed to the course as far as studying goes.</p>
<p>As for linear algebra and differential equations, you should be able to take these courses at the same time as one is not a prerequisite to the other. I have not yet taken these classes… I imagine it would be difficult, but definitely not impossible. If you do this in the spring, you’ll be done with your mathematics courses in a year.</p>
<p>Furthermore, it’s not absolutely necessary to finish all your prerequisites, although having more completed helps your chances of admission. You should definitely finish up the Calculus series though. I applied to UCSC as a Computer Science major and was accepted without taking linear algebra and differential equations, so I will simply take those classes there.</p>
<p>Depends on which UCs I would think. I know for sure that UCLA says that it’s required you complete all prerequisites for admission into the major on Assist. Even if they did allow it to slide I think it’d put you at a considerable disadvantage against other applicants that have completed the entire series.</p>
<p>This last year, I started the first Calculus course during Summer 2010. I was able to complete the entire series within the year so I think it’s doable. Whether or not your school has a winter session would change things a lot I would think. If you want to complete them all within the year I think your schedule would look something like this.</p>
<p>:: Fall 2011 ::</p>
<p>Calculus I</p>
<p>:: Winter 2012 ::</p>
<p>Calculus II</p>
<p>:: Spring 2012 ::</p>
<p>Calculus III
Linear Algebra
Differential Equations
Discrete Structures</p>
<p>:: Summer 2012 ::</p>
<p>[Classes that you couldn’t register for during Spring]</p>
<p>It would definitely be rough, especially that Spring/Summer 2012 semester, but definitely doable.</p>
<p>@belkster: Most community colleges don’t seem to offer a discrete structures course, I’ve noticed. At least the ones I’ve gone to. Also, not all UCs require Calc 3 for CompSci. Still tough, but he shouldn’t need to take four math classes in a semester; I think two would be enough. :)</p>
<p>Hey fellow CS majors, did you guys take Optics and Modern Physics? I’m considering Davis but I think they require that last physics class, and I don’t want to take it…</p>
<p>gah, you guys are talking about quarter system - i’m on semester system. i have fall, spring, summer.</p>
<p>Oh no, my college is on a semester system too, but we do have a short 5-week winter intersession. Perhaps you can find a college nearby that does the same? Although things aren’t looking too bright with all the budget cuts.</p>
<p>@theresistance – I will more than likely be going to Davis for CS unless I am accepted off of the waitlist for SD (and even then, I might still chose Davis). I didn’t take Optics and Modern Physics. Contrary to popular belief, you do not need to take it to get accepted. In fact, I spoke to a Davis TAG rep and she said “science is never required for computer science”. However, if you want to major in computer science and engineering, I think the situation is different.</p>
<p>Also, look into what pre-reqs you need for differential equations. At my school, you cannot take differential equations without having taken Calc III first. Linear Algebra is one of the easier higher level math courses, so you should be able to take it and another math class during the same semester and be fine. So, what I would suggest is taking Calc I over the summer, Calc II and Discrete Math during the Fall, and Linear Algebra and Calc III during spring. </p>
<p>Where are you located? My school offers Discrete Math online.</p>
<p>If you have the money to throw at it, try applying early anyway (TAG might help), you never know what will happen.</p>
<p>However, I was in the same situation 4 years ago. YEA! 4 years ago! Now I’m transferring. It took forever :(</p>
<p>Computer science is basically a specialized math major.</p>
<p>These are your choices
chose a different major
go to a school and struggle because you’re behind on math AND pay more
stay at the CC</p>
<p>the choice is yours. All in all, you should know what you’re getting into.</p>
<p>ohh there’s one other choice, cram things in during the summer. Be prepared to spend a lot of time studying.</p>