Question 1

Is CS87A hard at Santa Monica?

Accepted Answer

Based on 84 student ratings, CS87A is demanding (difficulty 65/100). Grade accessibility is very high (81/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is CS87A?

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 CS87A?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for CS87A is rated 81/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 71%, B: 10%, C: 4%, D: 14%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for CS87A?

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 CS87A have?

Accepted Answer

CS87A is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: tough grader, test heavy, clear grading criteria, graded by few things. Its difficulty score is 65/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend CS87A?

Accepted Answer

52% of students would recommend CS87A. Student satisfaction is rated 64/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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