The best aspects of this class included the fun and informative labs, the challenging material and the hands-on experience. Several students felt that although Dr. Carver worked hard to ensure students were learning, he had a great deal of trouble conveying much of the material to the class. One suggestion was to simplify and shorten the labs that came late in the semester. Another suggestion was to provide students with feedback in a timely manner. Prospective students are encouraged to make sure they learn the fundamentals properly or they will struggle in the class as it progresses.

The funny and approachable instructor of this course was always available to explain topics and was able to keep the class awake by telling jokes. The labs al owed students to see first-hand how the material they learned played out in real life, and also reinforced their learning. The course didn’t require hefty amounts of homework either. Students expected and would have appreciated more practice problems, and homework was not returned in a timely fashion. In addition, the first exam included information that was not expanded upon, and the design project at the end of the course felt rushed to some students. Suggestions for improvement include: more homework, more class structure, fewer lab reports, a better textbook, and more prompt return of work. Prospective students should take advantage of lab time.

The best aspects of the course included the engaging labs, interesting lectures and accessible instructor. Students felt that feedback on graded assignments was not given in a timely manner and that there were hardly any homework assignments. Suggestions for improvement included assigning homework more regularly to practice concepts, and having graded assignments returned in a timelier manner. Prospective students should review all lab material before lab time and practice new material as it is learned in order to gain a clear understanding of concepts. Students should have some background knowledge in circuits and electricity.