Question 1

Is PHY230 hard at NOVA?

Accepted Answer

Based on 6 student ratings, PHY230 is demanding (difficulty 60/100). Grade accessibility is very high (83/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is PHY230?

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 PHY230?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for PHY230 is rated 83/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 67%, B: 17%, C: 17%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for PHY230?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 83/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does PHY230 have?

Accepted Answer

PHY230 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: graded by few things, test heavy, tough grader, participation matters. Its difficulty score is 60/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend PHY230?

Accepted Answer

67% of students would recommend PHY230. Student satisfaction is rated 73/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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