Materials for each experiment or assignment will be distributed in class as needed. The class meets once a week with the instructor during the scheduled lecture period in which the assignment for that week is explained and discussed. If lab work is involved, students are responsible for performing the experiment on their own, some time during the ensuing week. Students work in groups of two, or three at most. Written assignments are due in lecture according to the class schedule .
Due dates are at least two weeks after a given assignment was made.
This allows a week for performance of the experiment, if any, and at least a week for the write-up. Papers will be graded on the basis of 100 points each. Letter grades will also be used to help you gauge your progress throughout the semester. The quality of writing is also an important factor. You are expected to observe the usual rules of good grammar, spelling and punctuation.