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<p>If it is algebra-based, wouldn't it be bad that I'm learning calculus-based physics? It's probably better to take 2060/1 but I just want to make sure. Also, once I go to Preview and sign up for my classes, can I just buy the books at (what I guess is called?) the Reitz Union or wherever it is I buy textbooks. Would they have it? More importantly, would they be open (it seems like it would be a good idea to be)?</p>

<p>And also, for physics, would you recommend I get a new or used textbook (because from what I've seen that one book goes for 2060 and 2061)? In general, do you buy used or new?</p>

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<p>I took PHY2060. It is definitely a class for people who already have a good physics background and like physics. The thing that killed me was that it was a double block at 8:30 in the morning. There were some days I simply could not learn for that long that early. While the tests are challenging, the grading is very generous. Oh, and I don't remember using the textbook that much. I would personally go for a used one, especially if you are just going to sell it back after the semester.
And I also agree that Edwards is an awesome Calc. professor.</p>

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<p>What did you end up getting in it? Was it good? How many kids got As? I got a 5 on Physics B so far (expecting 5s on C Mech and E&M). If I study hard, do you think I can get an A?</p>

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<p>Example of the physical science (physics and gen chem) section of the MCAT : <a href="http://www.aamc.org/students/mcat/pssampleitems.pdf%5B/url%5D"&gt;http://www.aamc.org/students/mcat/pssampleitems.pdf&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p>

<p>...and biological (bio and orgo chem) if you want: <a href="http://www.aamc.org/students/mcat/bssampleitems.pdf%5B/url%5D"&gt;http://www.aamc.org/students/mcat/bssampleitems.pdf&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p>

<p>The easier sections for me was the biological and verbal. I am good on physical when there is more chem than physics.</p>

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If it is algebra-based, wouldn't it be bad that I'm learning calculus-based physics? It's probably better to take 2060/1 but I just want to make sure. Also, once I go to Preview and sign up for my classes, can I just buy the books at (what I guess is called?) the Reitz Union or wherever it is I buy textbooks. Would they have it? More importantly, would they be open (it seems like it would be a good idea to be)?

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<p>Although it is a calc based course, you will be doing PLENTY of problems with just plain algebra. For PHY 2048, I used calculus maybe twice the entire semester for the exams and it was just a simple derivative and integral. Of course, for 2060, you will be using a lot more calculus than the 2048 students, but you will still be doing (I would for the majority of problems) algebra. What's important is that you have your physics concepts down and I think the honors physics course will establish that for you more than what 2048/2053 could. Yes, if you study hard enough, you should be able to get an A. </p>

<p>-Take good notes (don't think you don't need to just because you have the book and learned this stuff in hs).
-Read the chapters before the lectures if possible, it will make everything a lot clearer.
-Work on the assigned hw even if it isn't collected. The key to physics is solving problems.</p>

<p>I think if you do that on a weekly basis, there's no reason why you shouldn't get an A. </p>

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And also, for physics, would you recommend I get a new or used textbook (because from what I've seen that one book goes for 2060 and 2061)? In general, do you buy used or new?

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<p>You can purchase your books at Preview as soon as you have your Gator card at the Reitz bookstore (or anytime at an off-campus bookstore). I didn't, I would just wait until the semester begins until you get your things. It's too early getting your Fall books when it's still just summer, I would just wait. </p>

<p>I usually try to get a used book, they aren't much cheaper, but over time, you do save. I'll buy a new book if the used books I see are in bad shape. But if it looks reasonable, I'll usually buy it. Keep in mind that sometimes you don't have a choice of buying used textbooks if it is a new edition that just came out or they had to order a new shipment. So sometimes (usually) you are forced to buy a new textbook. Also, if it's a book that I know I will use for a long time, I'll buy it new. Sometimes, I don't even buy the required textbooks if I feel it is either a.) useless or b.) the professor's lectures will be sufficient enough. But I wouldn't really recommend that. </p>

<p>Try to also look at amazon or half.com for used books, they are sooo much cheaper. I've used half.com many times, saves me a bundle.</p>

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<p>GatorENG and ASMAJ, both of you seem to know a lot about of this. I really thank you for everything you've done.</p>

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<p>Anyone know how hard AFA 3363 is for the fall?</p>

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<p>You can't take it in fall. The prereq is Introduction to African American Studies (AFA2000).</p>

<p>However try to take it (2000) with Dr. Evans. I heard she is an excellent teacher.
<a href="http://www.professorevans.com/%5B/url%5D"&gt;http://www.professorevans.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p>

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<p>I was thinking about it but I am already taking chem and calc in the fall along with ENC1101 and i don't really want to much more to add to my workload? how hard or easy is it? Does it involve a lot fo work?</p>

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<p>I wouldn't take it fall. I heard its good but does require some work. She expects a lot from her students.</p>

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<p>How hard would you say ENC1101 is (in regards to difficulty and workload)? I took AP enligsh lang and comp and AP enligsh lit and comp (11th and 12th grade) got a, B in both, and didnt really find them very difficult, though I did read a lot of books, did much analyzing, and essay writing but still didnt find it very difficult.</p>

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<p>If you passed at least one of them (lit or lang) then I would move on to technical writing (ENC2010?), even though it might be very difficult to get into.</p>

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<p>ENC2210 or ENC3254 depending if your department allows it.</p>

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<p>It says for a 4 or 5 on Language you can get out of ENC 1101 and 1102. For a 4 or 5 on Literature, you can get out of AML 2070 and ENL 2022. </p>

<p>I hope I get the 5 on Literature but if I don't, I'm still very happy with my 5 on Language (I heard ENC 1101 was very boring and tedious).</p>

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<p>Yea, I got credit for ENC1101 and 1102, but I still had to take ENC2210/3254 for my major.</p>

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<p>I found 2210 fun and interesting. Its not the book reading, literary analysis class, which I hate.</p>

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<p>Yea that stuff bores me so much. What kind of things do you do in ENC2210.</p>

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<p>Really? It was just writing memos, resumes, and manuals. Fortunately, I had an awesome teacher, so it was a good experience. But I can imagine how horrible it would be if you had an annoying teacher.</p>

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<p>Better than reading and annotating the boring books and typing pointless essays</p>

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<p>I memo was really. really good.
I still use my resume/CV from that class now. (updated with current info)
My manual was on a fun topic. Nothing serious.
My teacher was also really laid back. We never had a class more than 20mins and she would cancel class once or twice every week.</p>