Question 1

Is CPS470 hard at CMU Mt Pleasant?

Accepted Answer

Based on 31 student ratings, CPS470 is demanding (difficulty 85/100). Grade accessibility is very high (80/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is CPS470?

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 CPS470?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for CPS470 is rated 80/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 50%, B: 30%, C: 20%. The course is assessed primarily through essay-focused methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for CPS470?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 29/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does CPS470 have?

Accepted Answer

CPS470 is classified as "Essay-focused" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: tough grader, get ready to read, lots of homework, lecture heavy. Its difficulty score is 85/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend CPS470?

Accepted Answer

33% of students would recommend CPS470. Student satisfaction is rated 46/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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