<p>I've read the description for physics 63 on the website and it sounds like all concepts were pretty much covered in an AP Physics B class. My school only had Physics B, which I took. I took the C exams and I'm expecting a good score on mechanics but I'm definitely taking physics 62.</p>
<p>However, is physics 63 just a class covering certain topics that WOULD be included in a high school Physics B class but NOT a high school Physics C class?</p>
<p>I'm thinking of taking the MCAT, and I read that physics 63 is highly recommended. If I'm taking physics 62, it is necessary to take physics 63, especially if lots of the material is (i'm assuming) covered in a physics B class?</p>
<p>Physics 63 is only for Engineers, so I'm gonna go off the assumption that you are one.</p>
<p>If you do get credit for Physics 61 and/or 62, the fact that Duke dictates you have to take a physics class at Duke means you should either take 62 or 63 (not both unless you have a lot of free time) because you can self study the small amount of material from Physics 63 that's actually on the MCAT by yourself - this is the common theme I've found from quite a few people.</p>
<p>Concerning your high school Physics B class... if you'll look at the AP Credit info on the Duke website, you'll see that you will receive no credit for the AP test, and you'd need to take the C tests to get credit. This is because unless you went to an "uber" enriched Physics B class, there is no way the material you've learned in high school will replace the material in Physics 61 or 62, let alone 63, a very vigorous multivariable based course. On the other hand, if you did score well on both C tests, it would mean that you are prepared enough to take it, but then make sure your math is up to par.</p>
<p>Eh, if you did well on both your physics C tests, got the credits, and need an (somewhat) easy class, I'd suggest taking 61 in the spring. Class itself is somewhat of a joke if you feel comfortable with AP Physics mechanics.</p>