The best aspects of this course included the opportunity students had to work in a team, as well as the critical and creative thinking that was encouraged. One student felt that the lectures were not relevant. Other students felt the presentation feedback was unhelpful and that the course was somewhat disorganized. The course would improve if there was better communication between the instructor and the students. Prospective students should know that this course requires a lot of time outside of the classroom working with fellow pupils.

Many students were able to easily follow Dr. Sarma’s lectures because of the examples provided and clearly explained concepts. Many students liked Dr. Miller as well, but they felt like they had to learn everything on their own because of his teaching style. There was really in-depth teaching of the systems and by the end of the course they could apply what they learned. The first half of the course was chal enging for students because it was complex and there was no textbook available for the second half. Suggestions for improvement include: more organization during Miller’s section, more real life applications, and switching the order of the course. Prospective students should be comfortable learning on their own.