Question 1

Is SYST130 hard at Mason?

Accepted Answer

Based on 6 student ratings, SYST130 is demanding (difficulty 60/100). Grade accessibility is moderate (40/100), meaning grades are moderately distributed.

Question 2

How many hours per week is SYST130?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

What is the grading like in SYST130?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for SYST130 is rated 40/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 40%, C: 60%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for SYST130?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 17/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does SYST130 have?

Accepted Answer

SYST130 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: extra credit, test heavy, lots of homework, lecture heavy. Its difficulty score is 60/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend SYST130?

Accepted Answer

50% of students would recommend SYST130. Student satisfaction is rated 67/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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