Question 1

Is PHYC161 hard at APU?

Accepted Answer

Based on 13 student ratings, PHYC161 is demanding (difficulty 82/100). Grade accessibility is very high (88/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is PHYC161?

Accepted Answer

Students rate the workload as heavy compared with other courses. Hours per week are not reported for this class.

Question 3

What is the grading like in PHYC161?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for PHYC161 is rated 88/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 38%, B: 50%, C: 13%. The course is assessed primarily through mixed methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for PHYC161?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 30/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does PHYC161 have?

Accepted Answer

PHYC161 is classified as "Mixed" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: lots of homework, tough grader, participation matters, get ready to read. Its difficulty score is 82/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend PHYC161?

Accepted Answer

29% of students would recommend PHYC161. Student satisfaction is rated 62/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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