Question 1

Is BSC170 hard at ISU?

Accepted Answer

Based on 49 student ratings, BSC170 is about average (difficulty 51/100). Grade accessibility is very high (89/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is BSC170?

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 BSC170?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for BSC170 is rated 89/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 50%, B: 39%, C: 11%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for BSC170?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 13/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does BSC170 have?

Accepted Answer

BSC170 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: extra credit, lecture heavy, clear grading criteria, test heavy. Its difficulty score is 51/100, which reads as about average.

Question 6

Would students recommend BSC170?

Accepted Answer

73% of students would recommend BSC170. Student satisfaction is rated 72/100. This course is generally well-regarded by students who have taken it.

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