Attendance

Attendance at lectures is mandatory in order to succeed in this class. Attendance will not be taken, however we expect you to be present and on time. Experience has shown that excessive absences will adversely affect your final grade. If you must miss class, it is your responsibility to get the notes from a classmate.

Exams and Quizzes

There will be 4 short (10 - 15 minutes) quizzes, one mid-term exam and one final term exam during the semester. The midterm exam will cover approximately 6 weeks of material and will be worth 20% of the final grade. The final exam will be cumulative and will be worth 40% of the final grade.

Make-Up Tests

There is no such thing. All tests are required, and you should make every effort to take the scheduled test. In the event that you have an emergency beyond your control and cannot take a test, please notify your instructor in advance if possible. At the next lecture period, submit a written statement explaining why you missed the test. Perhaps, some combination of other grades will be assigned as the grade for the missed test for those who follow the rules above. An oral examination, a substantial lab problem, or a comprehensive test during the final period are other possibilities. The choice belongs to the instructor. IMPORTANT: missing a test does not automatically allow you to substitute other work for a test grade.

Academic Honesty (Plagiarism)

The work submitted for grading must be your own work. It is reasonable to discuss with others possible general approaches to problems. It is unreasonable to work together on a detailed solution, to copy a solution, or to give away a solution. Such instances of academic dishonesty may result in a course grade of F. Submitting a work that is not your own work is considered academic dishonesty.

Disability Statement

If you have a need for disability-related accommodations or services, please inform your instructor. Reasonable and effective accommodations and services will be provided to students if requests are made in a timely manner, with appropriate documentation, in accordance with university guidelines