Grade Scale & Requirements
Final Grade Conversion
| Grade | Points | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 5 (Excellent) | 91-100 | Outstanding mastery of material |
| 4 (Good) | 74-90 | Strong understanding with minor gaps |
| 3 (Satisfactory) | 60-73 | Acceptable understanding of core concepts |
| F (Fail) | < 60 | Insufficient understanding |
Minimum Requirements
⚠️ You MUST satisfy ALL three conditions
- Complete all homework (minimum passing score on each)
- Pass both TMs (score ≥50% on each TM)
- Total points ≥60
Failing ANY requirement results in a failing grade.
Example: Failing Despite High Points
Scenario: Student earns 85 total points but scores 45% on TM1 Result: FAIL (did not pass TM1)
Calculation Example
| Component | Earned | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Homework 1 | 9.0 | 10 |
| Homework 2 | 8.5 | 10 |
| Homework 3 | 9.5 | 10 |
| Homework 4 | 8.0 | 10 |
| Homework subtotal | 35.0 | 40 |
| Test 1 | 4.5 | 5 |
| Test 2 | 4.0 | 5 |
| Test 3 | 4.5 | 5 |
| Test 4 | 3.5 | 5 |
| Tests subtotal | 16.5 | 20 |
| TM1 | 7.0 | 10 |
| TM2 | 8.5 | 10 |
| TMs subtotal | 15.5 | 20 |
| Final Exam | 16.0 | 20 |
| TOTAL | 83.0 | 100 |
Result: 83 points → Grade 4 (Good)
✅ All requirements met:
- All homework completed ✅
- Both TMs passed (≥50%) ✅
- Total ≥60 ✅
FAQs
Q: Can I skip homework if I’m doing well on tests? A: No. All homework must be completed regardless of other scores.
Q: What if I fail a TM? A: You must retake it. One retake is allowed per TM.
Q: Can I improve my grade after the final? A: No. The final exam is the last graded component.
Q: What if I score 59.9 points? A: That rounds to 60, which passes (if other requirements met).