Question 1

Is ECE4070 hard at Cornell?

Accepted Answer

Based on 13 student ratings, ECE4070 is demanding (difficulty 91/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is ECE4070?

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 ECE4070?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for ECE4070 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 40%, B: 60%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for ECE4070?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 14/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does ECE4070 have?

Accepted Answer

ECE4070 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: get ready to read, lots of homework, test heavy. Its difficulty score is 91/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend ECE4070?

Accepted Answer

13% of students would recommend ECE4070. Student satisfaction is rated 63/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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