Discrete math or second quarter Calculus as a summer class (6 weeks)?

College Majors Math/Computer Science Majors
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<p>Hey everyone,</p>

<p>To get into upper division coursework for CS, it looks like I'm either going to have to take discrete math or second quarter Calculus (second in the calculus sequence, officially called "Fundmentals of Integral Calculus") this summer quarter, which is an accelerated 6 week course.</p>

<p>I'll be taking my first Calculus course this spring quarter. If I take the next Calc course in the sequence, I'll probably finish out the series in the Fall and move onto Discrete Math for next year's winter quarter. If I take Discrete Math this summer, I'll probably finish my Calculus sequence in the winter.</p>

<p>Any advice on the best path? </p>

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<p>Discrete math is more important in terms of concepts applicable to upper division CS (mainly theory) courses.</p>

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<p>Integral calculus over the summer would be extremely tough, but I’ve never taken discrete math.</p>

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<p>Having taken both, I would say discrete math is more directly applicable for most CS courses.</p>