Question by Lexi: How do college courses work?!? Help!!!?
I want to be a astronomical physicist and i was wondering how do you choose college courses and what would be some good courses to take. Do i choose them by calling the college or do i choose them online and is there only a certain time i can choose them. Sorry im so confused! lol thx for your help!

(And can you list like ten courses that would be a good idea. I like options that way i can choose the ones i would like to do :) )

(i also like these courses)

General Physics
Electromagnetism I
Nuclear Physics Lab
Calculus with Theory I
Analysis I

Best answer:

Answer by Monte P
As you research colleges, you’ll find that they have “programs” for various degrees. For example, if you want to be a chef, you might find a program for Culinary Arts. In the college’s catalog, they’ll have a listing of all of the courses you are required to take to get a degree in that program.

For the most part, you’ll have to take the same basic courses for all programs (math, science, english, etc), then you’ll move on to the courses that specialize in you particular discipline.

As for the timing of when you can choose, check the catalog for the school’s schedule. They will have a certain period of time for exisiting students to register for a particular semester. Then, there is a period for new students to register. During registration, you will provide them with your information, and your placement information (ACT/SAT scores) or you may have to take a placement test. After you are registered, you can select the courses you wish to take that semester.

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