Someone allways asks, but, yes, the final or the major project can be halved if this is optimal for the student. Projects are graded on a scientific level. It is perfectly acceptable to use a project you are already working or a project you learn about from another professor in this class. See the project grade form for an idea of how your project will be evaluated. More information on projects is available and will be made available as the term goes on.
Samples are in the professor's office.