Students complimented this course for having a friendly and engaging instructor. Issues with the course varied, with multiple students describing the overall course and in particular the course’s problem sets as being difficult. Students had few suggestions for improvement for the course though some wished that the course gave students more of a foundation in programming during the early parts of the course. Prospective students should have some background and proficiency in mathematics when enrol ing in the course.

The best aspects of the course were the lecturer and the subject material. The professor delivered good lectures and kept the class engaged in the challenging material. The worst aspects of the course included the somewhat complex exams and concepts that some students struggled to grasp. The course would improve if there was more review or training on the mathematical programs. It would also help if the homework assignments could be reviewed to help students better understand. Prospective students should ensure they attend all classes and constantly review the concepts to do well in this fairly interesting course.

This course had interesting and informative lectures, a relaxed and effective instructor, and a small class size as some of the highlights. Both the instructor and TA were wil ing to help with any question students had. The material at the start of the semester is a bit boring, but the material at the end of the semester was very exciting. The course includes a good deal of work, lectures were confusing, and the exams were difficult. More session notes and a clarified grading system would improve the course. Prospective students should know that the course involves difficult work, but the information is interesting and intellectually stimulating.