Question 1

Is BIO231 hard at Cal Poly?

Accepted Answer

Based on 9 student ratings, BIO231 is demanding (difficulty 87/100). Grade accessibility is moderate (50/100), meaning grades are moderately distributed.

Question 2

How many hours per week is BIO231?

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 BIO231?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for BIO231 is rated 50/100.  The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for BIO231?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 89/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does BIO231 have?

Accepted Answer

BIO231 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: get ready to read, clear grading criteria, tough grader, beware of pop quizzes. Its difficulty score is 87/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend BIO231?

Accepted Answer

89% of students would recommend BIO231. Student satisfaction is rated 89/100. This course is generally well-regarded by students who have taken it.

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