[Discuss] OT: Do CS grads need calculus?

[richard.pieri at gmail.com (Richard Pieri)]

On 4/13/2015 7:36 PM, Bill Bogstad wrote:
> Exactly and why should Calculus be what everyone takes after their HS
> Algebra sequence?

Algebra teaches you one way to approach solving problems. Calculus 
immediately after algebra teaches you a different way to approach 
solving problems while the first is still fresh in your head. The 
sequence teaches you to think. It teaches you to think outside the box.

On the other hand, if you goal is to be a diploma mill code monkey then 
thinking outside the box is detrimental to your chosen career path and 
you don't need calculus. You probably don't need anything more complex 
than basic arithmetic.

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Rich P.