Your course grade will be based on three examinations, written homework assignments, laboratory assignments, and the course project. The first two exams will each be worth 20% and the final exam will be worth 30% of the final grade. The course project will comprise 10% of your grade, and the remaining 20% will be distributed among the homework and laboratory assignments. The instructor reserves the right to change these weightings anytime during the semester. Any such changes will be formally announced.