<p>(I didn't know where this should go, so I just posted it here. Sorry if it's in the wrong place)</p>
<p>Well I am considering majoring in Computer Science or something in the engineering field BUT there is a big problem, I have NEVER taken any form of calculus (not even pre-calc). I went from Algebra 2 which included like 1 chapter of trigonometry to Statistics to AP Stats. </p>
<p>So how hard is it going to be for me to actually pass the 3 required calc classes needed to get my BS? It would be great if you guys could recommend some solutions or alternatives.</p>
<p>Thanks a bunch</p>
<p>B-B: There’s no way to tell until you actually try. There’s a reason Calculus is often used as a “washout” standard. The good news is that most engineering students get through Calc. The bad news is that some people who take Calc never “get it” … (and you do know that several courses in the engineering curriculum expect you to APPLY what you learned in your Calculus courses, right?).</p>
<p>What would help you immensely IMHO is to audit a Calculus course at your local CC. It won’t be taught with the same rigor as at engineering schools, but it will make it MUCH easier to digest the university version. Good luck to you!</p>
<p>Yeah, my uncle was telling me to do that to but the problem is that my schedule is pretty filled right now so I won’t be able to take that Calc class till the summer. And by then, I would have already selected my school and major. Although I could switch majors but then I would probably be left with all the classes no one wants. =/</p>
<p>Go to a liberal arts college or another institution where there is no expectation that you will know your major for at least a couple of years. Problem solved.</p>
<p>Don’t really got the money since mostly all LB colleges are private</p>
<p>You might be able to apply under another major and switch once youre there</p>