EE 1382 COURSE POLICIES SUMMER 2001

Prof. Scott Douglas, EE Dept.    Mr. Doug Rummel, Instructor 

 

I.    Reporting procedures

A.         Engineering Notebook: Data collected during experimentation is called "original data".  This data and all observations done in the lab will be kept in a notebook and in electronic form.  Data entered in this notebook is never changed.  Each member of a lab group is to have a copy of the original data. Such work would include original notes, original data and anything noteworthy that occurred during the lab.  Any exceptions to this will be noted when the lab is assigned. VAB lab notes and results will also be in digital form. Much of your final work will reside on the server. Organized 3-RING binders are expected to be kept for all material.

 

B.         Deadlines:  Labs must be turned in by the assigned deadline (typically on Friday after the completion of the experiment) to receive full credit (not counting days for excused, unplanned absences).  All homework not ready to turn in or filed at the beginning of class will be late. Homework turned in by 9 am the next school day to the class digital folder (or my mailbox) will have 20% taken off. HW in at the start of the next class will be 30% off. All HW more than 24 hours late will be given a 50% maximum score.  Any extensions must be negotiated before the original deadline.  All Labs/projects must always be turned in, regardless of the late penalties. All HW and projects must be turned in before the unit test or unit deadline or receive a ZERO.

 

II.   Grading procedures

A.         This course has lab and project reports as a major component of the trimester grade.

B.         To receive a passing grade, students must turn in all designated lab/project reports by the last designated “FINAL DEADLINE” day of the trimester. Otherwise an “F” will be assigned the student.

 

III.  Absences from lab

A.         In the case of planned absences, arrangements should be made prior to the absence.  Teachers must be notified, and arrangements must be made, at least one week before the absence.  Making arrangements to complete work that you will be missing is your responsibility and includes absences for school-sponsored activities such as athletic events, debate tournaments, etc.

B.    In cases of unexpected, excused absences, such as illness, labs may be made up without penalty provided they are made-up in a timely fashion (within 3 days).These labs must be made up before the “FINAL DEADLINE” day of class in the trimester. 

C.    Unexcused absence during lab may result in a grade of F, but the lab work must be completed to pass the trimester.  This rule includes students expelled from lab for inappropriate behavior.

 

TO RECEIVE AN OVERALL PASSING GRADE IN MULTIMEDIA ENGINEERING, ALL DESIGNATED LAB /PROJECT REPORTS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE “FINAL DEADLINE” DAY OF THE TRIMESTER. ALL CASES OF EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCES MUST BE SUBMITTED TO MR. RUMMEL WELL IN ADVANCE OF THE DEADLINE.

GRADE EXPECTATIONS

• If you want a “C”:

This class is planned so that almost everyone can get some variety of “C”.  You must simply do the assignments and put forth a reasonable effort.  There are two ways to do your work.  One is to learn something and the other is to get your teacher off your back.  The former would nearly always result in a “C”. 

• If you want a “B”:

You must have an understanding of the concepts and be able to work with them. 

• If you want an “A”:

You must be able to apply the concepts to new situations and articulate how and why they apply.  You must create ingenious solutions to problems you’ve encountered or proposed using VAB.

   OTHERS:

If you don't put effort into the work you submit and/or you submit your work late, grades below “C-“ are also available.

 

COURSE COMPONENTS:

         

            Major tests                    40%

        ALL TESTS IN MULTIMEDIA ENGINEERING THIS YEAR WILL BE BUILD ON THE PREVIOUS UNITS.  The emphasis will be on synthesizing all the material instead of trying to compartmentalize it.  You will be provided with an opportunity to experience a variety of types of tests.  You will know in advance what type of test to expect and when to expect it.  If you miss a scheduled test, you should expect the make-up test to cover the same material although it may not be the same type of test.

 

           Lab & Project Reports                  40%

        Lab reports and write-ups can be group efforts with free discussion within the group and full participation among all members.  Each member must keep a complete individual data “notebook” (this may be in the form of electronic media such as VAB worksheets).  Unless otherwise stated, engineering reports are due at the beginning of the class period on the Friday after the lab is completed. You will have projects in all trimesters.  They will count toward your grade as two lab grades. Normal late penalties apply. Participation on group design projects outside of class hours may be required. This may be done via the Internet.

 

    Daily Work: Homework & Quizzes             20%

             Homework and quizzes can make a letter grade difference in your base grade.  "Pop" quizzes are frequently given at the beginning of the class period. You are encouraged to work homework problems together as long as work is discussed and not merely copied.  Homework will be checked (but not always graded) daily.  Your behavior in cooperative lab settings and in class will also factor into 5% of your total grade (within this category).