<p>Because of a weird scheduling conflict, I can't take my H.S.'s physics class, so I've decided on taking an online course in AP Physics. I can either take Physics B or C, and I know that Physics C covers material more in-depth and is calculus based. I've already taken BC Calc, but I haven't had a prior physics course. Should I be OK taking Physics C, or should I take Physics B, since I haven't had a physics course before?</p>
<p>Go ahead and jump into Physics C. Physics C assumes no prior knowledge of physics.</p>
<p>Bump...any more opinions, people? Perhaps from someone who's taken Physics C?</p>
<p>I was told I had to take AP Physics B because C was for those who had taken physics before...</p>
<p>but I think they just made that up themselves... <em>evil glare</em></p>
<p>If you've had calc, you'll be fine in physics C.</p>
<p>as a former AP physics B student, i highly suggest you go into B first...the program is really tough in my HS and there are only a select few in the C program, and those are the kids who scored 5 on their AP physics B test the year before and who just picked up a knack for physics...as an intro, id really suggest you take B before C</p>
<p>Well, it seems to me that you seem to have the single variable calculus background. So, it is better to take Physics C than B because you do not want to spoil your excellent Mathematical skill by taking Physics B. Physics B is mostly focused on trivial trig function and stuff, but non-calculus-based.</p>
<p>ya but it seemed to me it was also a base for physics C stuff, but do what you wish</p>
<p>Thanks for all the responses, everybody! I just signed up for EPGY's Physics C course, so I don't need any more opinions. The CC community definitely helped me decide. I picked Physics C because I would like to be able to apply my strong math background, and I don't believe the Physics C material would be "over my head."</p>
<p>kk good luck with it man, im sure you wont need it</p>
<p>HELLO! (please help me :))</p>
<p>I want to do pre-med but I really don't want to take Physics next year.. Not because I despise the subject, just because we don't have a good Physics faculty and the classes are usually composed of rowdy guys who are looking into engineering and architecture.</p>
<p>We don't have the AP curriculum here, but the senior level of Physics is quite comparable to AP physics. Do colleges request Physics at senior level in highschool?</p>
<p>And if I don't take Physics, will I have a hard time catching up in Physics classes in the Pre-med course?</p>
<p>These are my science subjects thing in highschool (British system :grades 9-13)</p>
<p>9th grade - Combined Scinece
10th grade - Combined Science
11th grade - Combined Science
12th grade - Physics, Bio, Chem</p>
<p>13th grade - Bio, Chem, (**physics??)</p>
<p>Most colleges request 3 years of Sciences.. So is it ok if I don't take Physics next year?????
If I don't have to take it, I will be taking Art Design or Stats..</p>
<p>By the way, I'm applying from new Zealand so I will end up sending in my senior transcript.</p>
<p>Thanks!! (please reply back :))</p>
<p>I'd take it to better prepare yourself for college, where you can't skip a class if you want to.</p>
<p>thanks michelec!</p>
<p>So when students do not take AP physics, and enter a competitive pre-med programme, would they have a hard time catching up with others who took AP physics?</p>
<p>Thanks</p>