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{\bf Homework}: 20\% weightage ... 10\% for pre-class, 10\% for after-class\\
{\bf Laboratory}: 25\% weightage\\
{\bf Quizzes}: four quizzes, 15\% total weightage\\
{\bf Two examinations}: 40\% weightage total\\ 
{\bf Comprehensive Final Exam} (Optional): 40\% weightage (replaces the above two examination scores IF you score higher points)\\

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The final grading curve uses composite scores and will reflect a class average of \textit{B-} or \textit{B}, depending on the overall performance of the class. Regardless of the grading curve, a student with a composite score of 90+ will be awarded an \textit{A} grade while a student with a composite score of less than 50 will be awarded an \textit{F} grade. \textit{In addition, in order to pass this course, a student's aggregate lab score (i.e. the sum of all laboratory assignment scores) must be at least 50\%.}