Question 1

Is BIO161 hard at Cal Poly?

Accepted Answer

Based on 21 student ratings, BIO161 is demanding (difficulty 86/100). Grade accessibility is high (60/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is BIO161?

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 BIO161?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for BIO161 is rated 60/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 10%, B: 50%, C: 40%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for BIO161?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 60/100. Attendance policies vary by instructor, but showing up is generally recommended.

Question 5

What type of assignments does BIO161 have?

Accepted Answer

BIO161 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: tough grader, get ready to read, test heavy, beware of pop quizzes. Its difficulty score is 86/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend BIO161?

Accepted Answer

27% of students would recommend BIO161. Student satisfaction is rated 52/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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