Midterm exams (17.5% each) 35%
Cumulative Final Exam 35%
Lab projects 15%
Term Research Project 15%
Total 100%
Lab projects: These will consist of computer and or analytical exercises we begin in class but which may require additional work outside of the class setting. They will be designed to reinforced concepts presented in class.
Exams: Written, in-class exams will test your knowledge of the material. These may include a mix of computational exercise and conceptual essay questions. Remember to write out your answers in a clear methodical fashion and to show all work.
Make-up Exams: Students are expected to manage their academic and personal activities responsibly during the term. Students who miss an exam must provide a legitimate written explanation in a timely manner in order to receive a make-up exam. Make-up exams will consist of several essays and short answer questions that cover the same material as the in-class exams. Legitimate excuses for missing an exam include written documentation for the following: conflict with another Kent State University academic activity (such as an off campus field trip), your own illness, a death in the family, and military or intercollegiate athletic commitments. If you visit health services due to an illness, you can request a time stamped receipt to document your visit. If you are involved in military or official university athletic activities, review the exam schedule at the beginning of the term and consult with the instructor prior to the exam if you have a conflict. If you have an illness, personal crisis or family tragedy that results in missing an exam, you must contact the instructor by phone or email no later than 48 hours after the scheduled start time of the exam. It is very important that you provide your name and a telephone number where you can be reached in your phone or email message.
How grades are calculated: Grades are based on a weighted average of your class scores using the following equation:
Class GPA = 0.35*(Average Midterm GPA) + 0.35*(Final Exam GPA)
+ 0.15*(Average Lab Projects GPA) + 0.15*(Term Research Project)
Your Class GPA is then converted to a letter grade using the table below.
Class
GPA
|
4.10 to 4.30
|
3.71 to 4.09
|
3.50 to 3.70
|
3.29 to 3.49
|
2.71 to 3.28
|
2.50 to 2.70
|
2.23 to 2.49
|
1.71 to 2.20
|
1.50 to 1.70
|
1.29 to 1.49
|
0.71 to 1.28
|
0.50 to 0.70
|
0
|
Letter Grade
|
A+
|
A
|
A-
|
B+
|
B
|
B-
|
C+
|
C
|
C-
|
D+
|
D
|
D-
|
F
|
To help you gauge your progress during the term (and to minimize round off error) I calculate mid-semester grades on a plus/minus scale. Grades may or may not be assessed on a curved scale depending on the outcome of each assignment. Student who never attend, or stop attending will receive grades of NF or SF in accordance with university policy.
University
Policies: The following
University policies apply to anyone enrolled in this
course:
1.
University Calendar: The official
university calendar, which provides information on deadlines
for university-related transactions can be found at: http://www.kent.edu/registrar/calendars/stu_important_fall.cfm
2.
Enrollment Status: The official late
registration deadline for this course is September 29, 2011
(see the university calendar for late registration deadlines
and late fee information, etc.). University policy requires
all students to be officially registered in each class they
are attending. Students who are not officially registered
for a course by published deadlines should not be attending
classes and will not receive credit or a grade for the
course. Each student must confirm enrollment by checking
his/her class schedule (using Student Tools in FlashFast)
prior to the deadline indicated. Registration errors must be
corrected prior to the deadline.
3.
Academic
Honor Code: In accordance with University Policy,
Chapter 3, Section 01.8, all students are expected to abide
by the academic honor code, as specified in the University's
"Digest of Rules and Regulations". The use of other's
intellectual property without giving them appropriate credit
is a serious academic offense. This includes misrepresenting
the source, nature or other conditions of your academic work
to get undeserved credit. It is the University's policy that
cheating or plagiarism can result in receiving a failing
grade for the work or course or other more serious
disciplinary action. Repeat offenses can result in dismissal
from the University. If you have any questions, please read
the full section of the policy at University
Policy, Chapter 3, Section, 01.8.
4.
Drop and Withdrawal: The last day to
drop a class before a grade of W is applied is September 11, 2011.
Withdrawal from any or all courses is permitted up to the
withdrawal date for the semester, or until the prorated
deadline for flexibly scheduled sections. The deadline to withdraw
with a grade of W is November 6, 2011.
After that time, students are considered to be committed to
all remaining courses and must complete them. If students
are unable to complete the semester because of extreme
circumstances that first occur after the deadline, students
should consult their college or campus dean's office. No
approval is required to withdraw from a course during the
withdrawal period. For more information see:
http://www.kent.edu/registrar/calendars/stu_important_fall.cfm
5.
Students with Documented Accommodation
needs: Students who require health-related
accommodations must verify their eligibility through the
Office of Student Accessibility Services (SAS) on the Ground
Floor of the DeWeese Health Center (330-672-3391 or http://www.kent.edu/sas).
In accordance with University policy, if you have a
documented need for a health-related accommodation to obtain
equal access to this course, please contact the instructor
at the beginning of the semester or when given an assignment
for which an accommodation is required. If you have any
questions regarding a potential accommodation need, please
contact the instructor and SAS as soon as possible.