Introduction to Computer and Information Science

Grading

Your grade will be based on the following components:

3 exams (250 points each) 750 points
10 projects (15 points each) 150 points
Participation in class 75 points
Presentation 25 points
Total 1000 points

A = 900 to 1000
B = 800 to 899
C = 700 to 799
D = 600 to 699
F = less that 600

Notes:

  • This class is offered for a letter grade or for pass/no pass grading. The default is letter grade. If you want to take the course for pass/no pass, you must complete a Grading Option Petition and turn it in to the Office of Admissions and Records within the first 30% of the duration of the course. Their phone number is (650) 574-6165.

  • For full credit, you must complete 10 projects. See the Project Descriptions for more information.

  • For full credit, you must complete 3 exams. Exams will consist of objective questions (i.e., definitions, fill-in-the-blank, multiple choice, short answer, matching) and essay questions. Exams will be closed book and closed notes.

  • For full credit, you must particiapte in class.

  • For full credit, you must give an in-class presentation.