Grading

points	grade
(80,100+)	A
(70,80]	B
(60,70]	C
(50,60]	D
(0,50]	F

Components of regular 100 points

20% Homework
20% Test 1 (outline topic 1-4)
20% Test 2 (outline topic 5-7)
40% Final Exam (comprehensive)
No make-ups will be given for missed exams except in extraordinary circumstances.

You can earn 15 extra points based on your participation and report in getting familiar with a the work of a famous scientist in the field.

Extra Points: Getting familiar with the work of a famous scientist in the field

Schedule

2/8 (Friday), submit proposal on which scientist you are interested in;
2/9-5/7, research and contact on that scientistŐs work, talk or email to me about you progress, write the report;
5/8 (Wednesday), submit the report.