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The final grade (based on a 1000 point scale) will be based on the following breakdown:
Grades for individual deliverable may be given as a numeric or a letter grade. If letter grades are given, they will be converted to numeric equivalent for final grade calculation purposes. Usually only an A+ will be given full (100%) credit, followed by 90, 80, 70 and 60% for the rest of the letter grades.
The final grade will be determined by computing your total weighted score out of 1000, rounded off to the closest integral value. A curve may be applied for determining the final grade. Depending on the performance of the class, the curve could be positive (higher cutoff points) or negative (lower cutoff points). In case of a positive curve, an overall score of 900 or more may not necessarily ensure an A. The curve cutoff will be determined based on a marked difference between high and low performances, as well as the percentage of the recipients of letter grades. Different sections may have different cutoff points.
For example, if after the final calculation of grades, too few students (say, below 20% of the class) are in the 900-1000 range, the A-cutoff may be curved down to 890 (the actual cutoff will be determined as above. If, in a rare case, too many students are in the 900-1000 range, the curve may be positive (e.g., the A cutoff may be changed to 910).
You can use the following form to check your grades as they appear in my gradebook. Please check this online version after the grades for any deliverable is distributed. If they do not match your records, please email me.
To check your grade, enter your last name and Student ID number in the following areas, and select "Check Grades".