The best aspects of the class were the interesting topics covered, thorough feedback, and light workload. Students particularly enjoyed coming up with an original invention idea and studying current breakthroughs in the technology. The worst aspects of the course were the lectures that seemed disconnected to assignments, student presentations that were not always helpful, and the omission of the limits of the technology discussed. Suggested improvements to the class included more student interaction during class and more discussion of the technologies limitations. Prospective students should know the workload is light and the material is interesting. This is a good class and is recommended.

The best aspects of the course included the professor’s ability to cohesively integrate a broad range of topics that the survey course provided. Students found the course materials to be interesting and felt that assignments enforced concepts learned in class. Some students lamented the fact that the breadth of topics covered prevented them from delving more deeply into areas of interest. Suggestions for improvement included dispersing deadlines more evenly throughout the semester and increasing the number of graded assignments. Prospective students should be aware that grades are based solely on papers and presentations, and that assignments can be lengthy when not done with a partner. 65