Cheating on assignments will be considered a serious matter and will typically be penalized by a drop in one letter grade in the course for all parties involved. I trust you to think carefully about these situations, and I expect you to make the honest decision. If in doubt please feel free to discuss the matter with me. Both projects require you to build and demonstrate your design. The demonstrations will be public.
Friendly competition is anticipated.
Specific information about the design projects will be given separately. You must participate in all design demonstrations to pass the course. Attendance in class is particularly important in this course. For every 3 unexcused absences your grade will be reduced by half a letter grade. Excused absences require an official excuse.