3.8

Angela Yau

Biology - Santa Fe College

3.8
Quality
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Would Retake
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3.8
Quality
2.6
Difficulty
3.7
Helpful
3.8
Clarity

50%

Would Retake

85

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The book was great, though

BSC1001 - 2.0 rating

You're expected to know everything from the book and more

BSC1001 - 2.0 rating
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Online Classes

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BSC1001
Nov 30, 2003

I have been to this class maybe 10 times this whole semester. So boring. Do extra credit homework or you'll be sorry.

3.0
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BIO
Mar 24, 2004

No Comments

4.0
1.0
ANIMALECO
Apr 11, 2004

Class is very boring, but easy to pass. Take class if you need to get some science credit's out of the way...

5.0
2.0
BSC1001
May 8, 2004

Mrs. Yau is an amazing professor! She is very helpful and knowledgeable. She offers tons of extra credit so there is no reason one shouldn't get an A. I hated biology before I took her, but I actually enjoyed her class and learned a lot. I definitely rec

3.0
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INTRBIO
Aug 24, 2004

this class is very easy to get a good grade in, but she isn't a good teacher. her class is boring, but if you are looking for an easy grade, take her.

5.0
2.0
BSC2005
Oct 17, 2004

Class is easy if you do HW for extra credit. I was not too interested in Biology before, but she gave real world examples that helped me out alot. She is also very helpful and will spend extra time to help you get the information. There is lot of info!

5.0
3.0
BSC1001
Apr 26, 2005

Do the Hw for extra credit cause it will help out with the overall grade of the course.

5.0
2.0
BSC1001
Nov 8, 2005

She has harder tests than I was expecting, but the homework is extra credit and it helps toward your final grade.

5.0
2.0
BSC1001
Dec 6, 2005

Ok class, the tests are more extenstensive then the discussions and assignments she gives. they are quite harder than I thought they would be, but you can pull off a b or c. Do the homework! you will get like a completey higher grade if you do!

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BSC1001
Nov 16, 2006

Took online section. Very challenging to those who have been out of school awhile and not up on their basic biology. This class is great! Angela Yau is knowledgeable and helpful. Tests are challenging but easy to pass if you read the text, do the quizzes and participate in the discussions. First 1/2 of course difficult, but it gets better!

5.0
2.0
ZOO1503
Aug 13, 2007

Awesome teacher. Awesome class. Awesome summer semester! :)

5.0
2.0
ZOO1503
Aug 17, 2007

Take this teacher!!! Mrs. Yau is great. The requirements are clear. Do the reading and take the quizzes and you'll do fine.

5.0
1.0
BSC1001
Jan 21, 2008

I took this class online. The professor is very helpful and the assignments are clear. I haven't taken biology in a long time, so I started with this intro class. As long as you participate in the discussions and read the textbook, you should do fine on tests. I got an A!

5.0
2.0
BSC2050
Mar 18, 2008

GREAT TEACHER!!! I took her online class and she is extremely helpful. I wasn't even interested in this subject and I have learned a lot!!! Very easy to pass since you can take each homework quiz 3 times. Discussions are due every week. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!!!

5.0
1.0
BSC1001
Apr 23, 2008

Excellent teacher! You will love her online course. BSC1001 was easy to understand for students who is illiterate in science.

5.0
2.0
BSC2050
Jul 18, 2008

What an awesome teacher!!! And she makes it enjoyable. Take her class on campus or online. She is a treat and so helpful!

3.0
2.0
BSC1001
Jul 23, 2008

I took this online; the course was easy & involves weekly discussion post and a 5 question quiz due each week. Gives you 4 days to complete online tests and helpful study guides. Angela wasn't great at responding to emails though which I found frustrating. Easy class if you aren't big on biology. Recommend online if possible.

4.0
1.0
BSC2050
Jul 23, 2008

this was an interesting class but not because of this teacher. There was absolutely no feedback/contact from her at all. She posted automated announcements once a week and that was it. She obviously didn't even look at discussions/questions. if you emailed her she would respond but I would expect the person running the class to partake in it

4.0
4.0
BSC1001
Dec 15, 2008

She was a great online teacher. I would take her class again!

5.0
2.0
BSC0M2
Apr 17, 2009

She made the class very interesting and easy, she puts everything out there that she expects and it is up to you to do it and make the grade. Do what she expects and you will pass with flying colors!!!!!

4.0
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BSC1001
Apr 21, 2009

Good teacher. Took the online class and got an A+ and I normally suck at bio. You can take quizzes three times so 100% on quizzes is pretty much guaranteed.

5.0
1.0
BSC2050
May 2, 2009

Great teacher. Drops lowest grades, so you could potentially skip the final and get an A. Fast responses, easy quizzes, fun projects.

5.0
4.0
BSC2050
May 11, 2009

This class was challenging but opened my eyes to lots of environmental issues I had no idea about! Great Prof, responsive and understanding, shows passion for subject.

4.0
3.0
ZOOOM1
May 18, 2009

I took ZOO1503C.OM1 online. There was one easy quiz a week that you could take three times, and two weekly discussion posts. The two exams (no final)are pretty tough, and you'll need to read your textbook and take notes. There are two projects as well-get them done early! Professor Yau is very accessible and helpful,a good class overall.

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BSC1001
Jul 21, 2009

Angela was super helpful and shared her love of biology. I was actually surprised to enjoy the class so much. Great professor!

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ZOO1503
Aug 13, 2009

Good Class, I was doubtful at first about projects but ended up loving the class and learning a lot! Angela is very supportive and shows she cares about Ecology.

5.0
3.0
BSC1001
Aug 14, 2009

Took her intro to biology online and it was a great experience, will be taking another of her classes again.

5.0
1.0
BSC1001
Aug 18, 2009

The online class is very easy and one of the best setup online classes that I have had. I got an A in her class and I did not even have to take the final exam. I also did not use the book at all, I didn't even buy the book and thats pretty good for an Accounting major. :)

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ENERGECOL
Nov 14, 2009

Professor Yau is an excellent professor. She is very dedicated to helping students absorb the information. I really enjoyed her class(energy and ecology) and would recommend it to anyone! Professor Yau rocks!

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BSC2050
Mar 27, 2010

Was surprised how much I liked the class, don't dig bio but Ms. Yau made it really interesting!

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BSC1001
Apr 8, 2010

This was my 1st online class. It was a great class and I didnt have any interest in Biology. I didnt use the book hardly at all. I got an A in this class. I never studied..easy

5.0
1.0
BSC1001
Apr 8, 2010

This was my 1st online class. It was a great class and I didnt have any interest in Biology. I didnt use the book hardly at all. I got an A in this class. I never studied..easy class

5.0
3.0
ZOO1503
Apr 23, 2010

I loved this online class. One 5 Question quiz per week you can take 3 times, 2 exams (gives great power points and study guides), 2 projects/papers, and two discussion posts per week. Great organization and quick to respond to emails. I made an A and science is not my thing! Take this class!!!

5.0
1.0
BSC1101
Apr 24, 2010

uber easy online class.

5.0
2.0
ZOO1503
Aug 7, 2010

Prof. Yau was extremely helpful. Her syllabus gives you all the information and due dates ahead of time. Work at your own pace, but have your discussion post quiz done each week. You have 3 attempts per quiz and your post is your own thoughts, how could you fail? We had 2 projects and plenty of time to do. Overall great class. Highly Recommend!

5.0
1.0
BSC2050
Aug 14, 2010

Extremely helpful. Easy class to get an A in. Responded to emails in a prompt manner. Learned alot about Florida.

4.0
2.0
ZOO1503
Dec 3, 2010

It's an easy class if you do all the work. The discussions every week are easy. You get three chances at the 5 question quizzes. Do the projects early they sneak up on you. Overall good class. I'm taking another one of her classes so she's pretty good and well organized.

5.0
2.0
ZOO1503
Apr 16, 2011

I had Yau's online 1503C class. the class was pretty easy, Theres a discussion & quiz each week that arent hard. I spent an hour a week on this class. the two projects were fun & she gives study guides for the two exams. there are 6 grades and she drops the lowest one. she is very nice and responds quickly to emails. Easy A if you do the easy work!

5.0
2.0
BSC2050
Apr 20, 2011

I took Angela's class in the spring online. I was not interested in this subject before taking it but I learned so much. There is 2 projects- 1 is volunteer and then write a paper and the other is a PPT. There are quizzes and discussions every week and only 2 exams. This class made me want to explore FL. Loved it.

5.0
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BSC1001
May 10, 2011

Excellent professor! Very helpful and clear!

5.0
1.0
BSC1001
May 10, 2011

Excellent professor! Took her class online she is very helpful and clear!! Highly recommend taking her class!

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BSCCM1
Jul 29, 2011

An absolute wonderful experience. I thought I hated science but after this semester I think I hated my experiences with other science professor. Took the class online and I highly recommend taking this course for anyone who isn't a science whiz.

5.0
1.0
BSC2050
Aug 4, 2011

Really enjoyed this Florida ecology class... GREAT content! - I took it online over the summer. As long as you keep up with the homework, it's a pretty easy class. Each week, there's one quiz, & two discussion posts. Beside the two exams, there's two projects: a powerpoint, & volunteering (my favorite!) Highly recommend this course!

5.0
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BSC1001
Aug 5, 2011

I took her online class this summer. She was clear, interesting and made learning Biology fun. She allowed 3 attempts for each quiz so it was impossible not to get 100%. Just make sure to post your discussions for the week and you'll do great!

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BSC1101
Oct 23, 2011

DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS. VERY HARD ONLINE. ALL TEST AND QUIZZES ARE TIMED.

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ZOO1503
Nov 20, 2011

I am currently taking Fall Online. It is VERY teach yourself. No powerpoints or notes. just read the chapter, write a discussion and take a quiz every week. ALL QUIZ QUESTIONS ARE ON TESTS!!!! Two onsite projects, really easy as she tells you exactly what to do. Just know before hand that you it is very teach yourself!!!

5.0
2.0
ZOO1503
Mar 28, 2012

I took this class online. She's very up front with you in the beginning. A quiz and post are due every Sunday, 2 exams, 2 papers. I wrote it all on a calendar so I didn't miss any assignments. Turned out to be pretty easy. Yau is easy to talk to. Pretty chill lady.

5.0
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BSCS2050
Apr 10, 2012

Great Professor! Have 2 postings per week as well as a quiz each week. Great professor Very easy class if you pay attention.She is VERY understanding

4.0
1.0
BSC2050
Apr 23, 2012

This class is awesome wonderful instructor. Great for a working parent.Homework is due every Sunday. You complete two discussions a week. Two projects. Easy A/B, you have to be organized and eager to do the work.

5.0
2.0
BSC1001
Apr 27, 2012

Took her online BSC1001 course in Spring. Coursework included 2 discussion postings each week, a weekly quiz, and 5 total exams. She drops the lowest score out of these, so that relieved some stress for the course! The tests are timed and challenging, but you can be successful if you studied well for it. Definitely recommend this class!

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BSC1001
Apr 27, 2012

Awesome Professor! I took her online BSC1001 in the Spring. We had 2 posts a week and then a quiz. We had a total of 5 exams and the lowest one was dropped. Make sure to study and read the book. Exams are straight forward if you read and study. I would recommend this class to anyone!!!

4.0
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ZOO1503
May 1, 2012

As an adult student, I found the online class to be very organized and well suited for my busy schedule. It was set up well.The only issue I had was communicating with the instructor. She took days to weeks to get back to me via email. I found that extremely frustrating. Others in the class also mentioned it. Overall, though, I enjoyed the class.

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BCSOM3
May 15, 2012

The first setions were more difficult for me because it covered a lot of Chemisty and cells. Once that was over, it became much easier. YOU MUST STUDY!!!!

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BCS1101
Jul 31, 2012

The homework and.quizes are easy for this class. Theres minimal effort in whats needed to pass. That being said, it takes days and Weeks even for the teacher to email you back...its an online class and so thsts very frustraiting. Also she only offers the text book as a way to study. No vocab or any real teaching method. Very hard to learn.

4.0
1.0
BSC2050
Aug 9, 2012

Took class online. Got an A. She was easy to understand and if you pay attention you can get an A.

1.0
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BSC1101
Aug 14, 2012

DO NOT take this teacher. It takes her days, weeks even for replies back to you. its an online class so her emails or sort of important for learning. Her lectures are print outs of the book, so theres literally NO teaching done by this teacher. Also, I got 100 in everything except two Ds on two exams and two Cs on two exams and still only got a C+.

5.0
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BSC2050
Aug 15, 2012

Great teacher, gives plenty of time between assignments. Grades fairly. Took her Summer C Online, amazing experience!!

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BSC1001
Aug 16, 2012

I took the online class. She rarely responds, if that. It seems she only gets on when the next week begins just to remind you what you have to do. The exams are hard, you have to really really really know your material in order to get an A. The plus side is 3 chances for quizzes and easy discussions.

3.0
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BSC1001
Dec 10, 2012

Quizzes/exams are timed (not enough time if you ask me), but you do get three shots at each quiz, which is 5 questions long (however, not the exams) and she drops your lowest exam grade. Definitely need to know the material to do well. Easy weekly discussions. I like that you can work ahead. Put minimal effort and got a B+.

3.0
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ZOO1503C
Apr 11, 2013

To start off I was forced to purchase a proprietary textbook that was ONLY sold at Santa Fe bookstore it wasn't cheap.You do 2 posts/1 quiz weekly.2 exams 50 questions in 50 minutes.be sure you know your stuff or have notes from the quizzes.You are required to do an 8 hr community project.And a group project.She is slow at returning emails.

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BSC1001
Apr 21, 2013

Took this professor because of her high reviews on here but quickly regretted it. Not sure if her curriculum has changed but the quizzes were difficult and the exams are impossible to study for. Each exam has about 10 questions from the quizzes but the remaining 40 seem to come out of nowhere and not enough time to finish (1hr for 50 questions).

3.0
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BSC1001
Apr 26, 2013

Discussion 1/week, leaves room to speak your mind, very open and easy. Quiz once a week, you need to understand the reading. Same with exams. Some things are straight from the book and some make you use your head more. I never had to contact the teacher. I would take this class with her again. Extra credit offered, low grades dropped.

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ZOO1503C
Grade: A
Aug 16, 2013

A great teacher very helpful and grades fairly. The work is based on the course book and attendance is important. If you are taking a science course I would highly recommend this teacher.

5.0
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BSC1001
Grade: B-
Apr 25, 2014

She's willing to talk to you and help you out in any way. She's a no nonsense type either. Her tests are hard but she provides plenty avenues to study. This is my second semester with her as I've had her in her ecology class (She's not as active in Intro to bio as she is in Energy & Ecology).

5.0
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ZOO1503C
Aug 25, 2014

Easy class. Weekly discussion posts/quizzes, 2 exams, and a group project. The textbook is required and is expensive if you buy it new from the campus bookstore or used from renttext, so I recommend finding one on Craigslist if you can.

3.0
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BSC1001
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2014

I was expecting an easy online class, but I was quickly caught off guard. The weekly quizzes and discussions are manageable but the exams are practically impossible. Look for random questions that are irrelevant to the quizzes. Its tough to get in reach with her since she takes awhile to respond through email, even worse she lives out of state.

3.0
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BSC1001
Grade: B
Dec 18, 2014

This is an online class and the professor was not particularly good in responding to emails. The quizzes are pretty easy however do not prepare you for the exams. The weekly postings are not difficult.

5.0
1.0
BSC2050
Grade: A+
Mar 17, 2015

LOVE her classes. Took two. Weekly discussion posts (2), weekly (easy!) quizzes, 2 exams, 1 group project, 1 volunteer project. Clear cut syllabus, you know exactly what to do and when, extremely appreciated when you're doing online classes! She loves her ecology and spreads it to her students. I like to teach myself, so if you don't, be prepared..

2.0
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BSC1001
Apr 3, 2015

4 Tests (50 questions) , 2 assignments(1 original response to a post and 1 response to a classmates post), and 1 five-question quiz each week. The weekly assignments are not an issue, tests are super hard, and the questions are poorly worded. You're expected to know everything from the book and more. You cant use notes or the book while taking it.

3.0
2.0
ZOO1503C
Apr 22, 2015

Her online animal behavior class was awesome! I had an A so I did not have to take the final exam! one group project to make a powerpoint, one 8 hour community service project w paper, two exams, and weekly quizzes and discussion posts. Easy class and you learn a lot! Note: Her Biology class is harder than the ecology and AB she teaches.

5.0
1.0
BSC2050
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2015

I thought this was a great class. We had weekly discussions and quizzes which were due every Sunday night giving the whole weekend to prepare which worked well with my schedule. There was a field study project which I was not crazy about but all in all a great class. I have signed up for her next semester.

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BSC1001
Jun 25, 2015

I wish I had not taken this class simply because the tests were impossible. I tried so hard, but the questions were too ambiguous, as many students complained about openly on discussion forums. The book was great, though!

3.0
4.0
ZOO1503C
Grade: B
Aug 17, 2015

The tests were tough, and I didn't really think previous class work prepared you for them. Luckily the material was fairly interesting, but still very tough. Ended up giving extra credit but didn't tell you it was extra credit. Group project was bad being online. Makes you do community service and get documented then write paper about it.

3.0
2.0
BSC2050
Grade: A
Aug 21, 2015

Her online Energy Ecology class was easy! One group project to make a powerpoint, one 8 hour community service project and write a paper on it, two exams, weekly quizzes, and weekly discussion posts. The class is at least an easy B, the only hard part are the two exams! Note: Her Biology class is harder than the ecology and behavior she teaches.

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BSC1001
Grade: B+
Dec 1, 2015

I cannot stress this enough... DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS. Tests were impossible. Even with the open book quizzes there was no right answer. I messaged Prof. Yau with questions and she never responded. She knew she was wrong. Save your GPA! I made a B+ somehow. It killed me. Interesting book, though.

1.0
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BSC1001
Dec 1, 2015

Professor Yau only responded to a couple of my questions. In an online course, this is unacceptable. After reading some reviews, I thought I could tolerate her BSC1001, but no. Many of my classmates complained the tests were impossible... I agree!

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ENC1101
Feb 3, 2016

I took Yau in the summer for an online course. I had to with drawl from the class with a W. She never responded to any of my emails and the quizzes and test were really hard.

1.0
5.0
BSC1101
Grade: B+
Feb 19, 2016

Highly recommend AGAINST taking this class. Like a lot of the other reviewers mention, she never responds and her exams are out of this world hard.

5.0
1.0
ZOO1503C
Grade: A
Apr 11, 2016

The first exam is difficult if you aren't sure what to study, but overall the class is easy to follow.

3.0
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ZOO1503C
Grade: B+
Apr 27, 2016

All in all I'd say she's just okay. I've had worse professors but she definitely wouldn't make it into my top list. She lives in MD so she's really not connected with her students at all and she can take up to a week or more to reply to emails. Also the group projects are terrible. Almost no guidance was given to us on what she expected.

1.0
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BSC1001
Grade: B+
May 7, 2016

Horrifying. There is no communication with this professor. She claims she has fixed the issue and blames it on Canvas, but this is unfortunately NOT the case. At least the book was very interesting. I adore biology, but her exams come from outer space. Seriously, you could find answers in the text. Tests are proctored.

3.0
4.0
BSC1001
Grade: C+
Aug 12, 2016
Would take again

Professor Yau Yau is alright, honestly. I found the material in this course to be challenging, though, and her tests will make or break your grade. Some of the questions are overly difficult for no reason. There are very few assignments, only tests, quizzes, and discussion posts, so I never spoke to her at all. Didn't get much out of it, honestly.

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BCS1101
Grade: B+
Aug 13, 2016
Wouldn't take again

100% regret taking this class. I didn't get to learn anything with a free mind because I was focused on figuring out her strangely worded exam questions. All my classmates said the same thing. Too bad, because I love biology.

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2.0
BS2025
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2016
Would take again

I took this class on-line and it saved me from having to take a much harder class like biology. A great choice for sure!

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1.0
5.0
BSC1101
Grade: B+
Feb 28, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Save yourselves! Yau's exams are insane. Run as fast as you can!

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Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

80%

Textbook Required

100%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 17 grades
Most common grades:
B+ (6)
A (5)
B (3)
Grade Distribution
A(6)B(4)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(6)
Based on 17 reported grades
B+: 6
A: 5
B: 3
B-: 1
Common Tags
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Tough Grader (2)
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LOTS OF HOMEWORK (1)
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BSC2005

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BSC0M2

5.0

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ENERGECOL

5.0

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BSCS2050

5.0

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ZOO1503

4.7

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