Your Grade will be based on:
- (280 points) 10 laboratory reports (35 points each, lowest 2 dropped)
- (200 points) 5 quizzes (50 points each, lowest dropped)
- (200 points) 3 examinations (100 points each, lowest dropped)
- (60 points) participation in zoom
- (60 points) homework
- (200 points) Final Exam (Anyone who does not take the final exam will receive an F)
| Letter Grade | Percentage |
|---|---|
| A | 900 points |
| B | 800 points |
| C | 700 points |
| D | 600 points |
| F | below 600 points |
| I | *Incomplete |
| ADW | **Administrative Withdrawal |
| NSW | ***No Show Withdrawal |
*I (Incomplete) is a non-grade received by students who have actively pursued the course and are doing passing work at the end of the course, but who have not completed the course's final examination and/or other specific course assignments.
**ADW (Administrative Withdrawal) is given to any student who is not actively pursuing the course objectives. This means the student will be administratively withdrawn from the course at mid-term. An ADW will be given if a student does not participate actively in class and/or does not complete at least 70% of all assignments; homework, exams, laboratories, quizzes due prior to mid-term by the mid-term date. Since make up work is NOT permitted this means that attendance is extremely important and excessive absences will most likely result in an ADW.
***NSW (No Show Withdrawal) is given to any student who misses the first two classes and does not discuss with me the circumstances of these absences will be given an NSW after the second class. A student who attends the first class and then fails to attend the next two classes and fails to discuss with me the circumstances of these absences will be given an NSW. Any student who misses more than half of the classes in the first two weeks of the term will also be given an NSW if we do not discuss the circumstances of these absences. In my discussion with you I will determine if it is feasible for you to successfully pursue the course objectives under whatever circumstances are causing you to miss class. Your success is very important to me and I know, from years of experience, that your success depends on your commitment and ability to attend the class and participate in all activities. An NSW is also given to a student who is not showing evidence of pursuing the course - such as excessive missed assignments or failure to meet with the instructor when requested or failure to respond to emails in a timely fashion.
General Policies
Please read the general policies carefully. Failure to follow these policies will be reflected in the class participation portion of your grade.
Active Pursuit
Active Pursuit is defined as consistent attendance, communication with the instructor by email about any absences, completion of assignments on time, communication with the instructor about any difficulties completing assignments on time, participating in zoom class, taking quizzes and exams and performing laboratory experiments as assigned. Any student who misses two consecutive zoom classes is at risk for being considered as not actively pursuing the class. The best strategy to handle any unforeseen circumstances is to communicate as soon as possible with the instructor.
Make-Up Policy
Make-Up work is not permitted under any circumstances. This includes but is not limited to hospitalization, deaths in the family, illness, family emergencies. Life happens to everyone. This is why the lowest exam, lowest laboratory report and lowest quiz are dropped from your grade with no penalties. If circumstances arise that prevent you from actively participating in all aspects of this course please let me know as soon as possible. There is no substitute for attending zoom classes regularly and on time. Please choose someone in the class that will be able to exchange notes with you in the event either of you misses class. You are responsible for all missed announcements, assignments and class work. Please do not use the phrase "I didn't know" to excuse any missed work. Check the website and Brightspace often. Announcements and assignments are posted and updated regularly.
Success in the Laboratory
Laboratory Work: Laboratory will take place at Truman College in Room 3831 on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 9:30 PM. Please arrive on time, wear masks and check colleges rules for entering the campus.