Math course selection.

Colleges and Universities A-Z Stony Brook University - SUNY
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<p>I recently took the math placement exam and scored a 9. Reading through the information they sent me about what math course to select I came upon this:</p>

<p>"In addition, exceptionally well-prepared students who want to study multivariable calculus and linear algebra together should consider
MAT 307, which (together with MAT 308) is the first semester of a year sequence covering
the material in MAT 203, MAT 211, and MAT 303 at a deeper level."</p>

<p>Now, my first question is: are they saying you take MAT 307 the first semester, and then MAT 308 the second semester? Or them both at the same time?</p>

<p>Next question: Looking at the prerequisites MAT 307 says: "Prerequisite: MAT 127 or MAT 132", there's no mention of a 9 on the math placement exam, so does this mean I'm ineligible for this course? Optimally, I would like to take MAT 307 because it seems like the highest level course I would be able to take and I have already learned through the material covered in it on my own so I should have no problem.</p>

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<p>A 9 on the math placement exam makes you eligible for placement into higher level course. You’re likely eligible for the 200-level sequence or 307/308 sequence, although this will be determined when you register.</p>

<p>Congratulations.</p>

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<p>If I score high on the math placement test, am I locked into picking a high-level math course, or can I satisfy my math requirements with lower level courses?</p>

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<p>Thanks DJStony.</p>

<p>I had my orientation and I was recommended to take linear algebra or applied linear algebra due to my current major (CSE), but I explained that I intend on taking up a double major of MAT in the fall. As a result, I was able to take MAT 307.</p>

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<p>CSE rocks… I am about to graduate from SB this december. Good luck, its challenging but fun</p>

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<p>Brian2010 - I’m sure you can pick anything lower. However, if your major requires higher mathematics, than you may want to get a head start. If not, then might as well take something lower and do well in it.</p>