Students praised this course for covering a large range of interesting topics and providing a good introduction to condensed matter. Perceived issues with the course included a complaint by students that graded homework assignments were never returned to them. Multiple students thought the course could be improved if the course included a discussion section with a teaching assistant during which students could ask questions and could explore concepts in greater depth. Prospective students should know that students found this course could be chal enging and that a strong foundation in math was helpful.