<p>I didn’t take these classes in hs. And I wanna study this summer so I’m not in over my head. Is first semester physics (141 I think) just the first ap physics test and econ the micro ap test?</p>
<p>Not sure about physics.</p>
<p>But intro to micro econ = AP micro</p>
<p>Thanks. Anybody know about physics?</p>
<p>Physics 141 and 142 at oxford is equivalent to AP Physics B course. These courses are “basic” physics course designed for non-science/math/engineering/professional students. </p>
<p>The physics 151 is similar to AP Physics C: Mechanics while physics 152 is similar to Physics: Electromagnetism.</p>
<p>The primary difference between 140 and 150 courses is that physics 150 level requires the student to become acquainted with basic calculus skills and concepts. (This would include the knowing how to differentiating and integrating equations - the two pillars of calculus).</p>
<p>I strongly encourage you to study Physics B to prepare yourself for physics next year so that you would know the basics of Kinematics, Optics, Nuclear physics, basic electromagnetic forces, centripetal force, lever, and such. I would suggest that you go to collegeboard website so have better idea what to study for. As long as you have a solid calculus background, you should be able to do well in these classes after studying physics over the summer.</p>
<p>AP Economics test has two components: Macroeconomics and Microeconomics.
Microeconomics is same as Economics 101 and Macroeconomic is same as Economics 112.</p>
<p>Microeconomics - Focus is on the fully supported facts and concepts. This involves the supply-demand curve, Production possibilities curve, Substitutes & complements, efficiency, laws of consumption, comparative & absolute advantage, inelastic & elastic demand and etc. If you are into MBA and Accounting, this course would be it.</p>
<p>Macroeconomics - Focus is on the “theoretical” concepts. You will be learning the “controversial” side of economics such as the Keynesian Economics, Laffer Curve, Say’s Law, Supplyside economics, Aggregate Supply & Demand, Federal Tax System & IRS, public policy, monetary policy, and of course my favorite, money. If you are into Public Policy, Public Office, or Banking, or even the Federal Banking system, this course is for you.</p>
<p>I find these courses to be relatively easy compared to other AP/IB Courses. Provided that you have enough discipline to study, you should be fine.</p>
<p>Thanks a lot. I’ll do that.</p>
<p>dude don’t study over the summer after your senior year in high school…Just relax, because trust me, once you start here your freshman year, you are going to be working your ass off…by studying over the summer, it just increases the chances of you burning out your freshman year…</p>
<p>Personally, I think the best way to relax is to get laid or wasted, but thats just me. =)</p>
<p>I agree with the get laid part… but getting wasted? I have no experience but friends honestly say its not much fun lol.</p>
<p>Getting wasted is awesome…and sorry I didn’t mean get laid OR wasted, I meant get laid AND wasted…</p>
<p>^ lol great advice to incoming freshman.</p>
<p>Do a large portion of the undergrad population drink? I don’t drink but would that be a huge problem in terms of meeting new people?</p>
<p>^^^^^ Everyone drinks here, you will see the nerdist kids in your classses, drunk out of their minds…From my experience, during the week, most kids work their asses off, then on the weekends, they get drunk, because there is nothing else to do at Emory on the weekends…</p>
<p>It is true at most top schools…for example at Rice, my friends who go there, told me that they got wasted with a kid who finished high school in 2 years, had a perfect score on his sats, and was valedictorian…seems kind of werid to party with nerdy people, but its what happens…</p>
<p>Thanks everyone.
Also, what college textbook is used in physics141?</p>
<p>Colleges00701, I’m actually relieved to hear that</p>
<p>Hmmm, on facebook, many of this year’s class said they don’t think. Maybe Emory’s environment somehow causes many to start. Anyways, I find drinking pretty pointless… and getting wasted even more so…I just hope I have someone to hang out with when everyone’s wasted.</p>
<p>^^^ There are some kids who don’t drink at all…you will have people to hang out with, it shouldn’t be a problem, but the major way people meet each other freshman year is through parties where everyone is drunk…</p>