CS/SE 3I03: Communication Skills (Fall 2014)

Grading

Written Assignments	50%
Presentations	30%
Critiques	20%

Instructor's Notice

• The instructor and university reserve the right to modify elements of the course during the term. The university may change the dates and deadlines for any or all courses in extreme circumstances. If either type of modification becomes necessary, reasonable notice and communication with the students will be given with explanation and the opportunity to comment on changes. It is the responsibility of the student to check their McMaster email and course websites regularly during the term and to note any changes.
• If you do not submit an assignment/critique, or do your scheduled presentation, and do not provide an acceptable medical doctor's note, you will be assigned a mark of zero.
• Any requests for re-marking must be done (in writing) within 1 week of the return date.

Academic Dishonesty

You are encouraged to discuss course content with fellow students, but your submitted assignments should be based on your own work, ideas, and conclusions. Copying from other students or external sources (without appropriate citation) is strictly prohibited. Do not misrepresent someone else's work as your own. When you submit assignments with your name on it, you are certifying that you have done the work on that assignment yourself. Plagiarism and cheating will be dealt with seriously (e.g., grade of zero on assignments/tests/exam, loss of course credit, or suspension/expulsion from the University). For further information on academic integrity, please see the Academic Integrity Policy.

Accessibility

Students with accessibility needs may receive accomodations for completing assignments and exams. Please contact the Centre for Student Development for advice and for arranging assistance. Students are encouraged to talk to the instructor about this issue.

Discrimination

The Faculty of Engineering is concerned with ensuring an environment that is free of all adverse discrimination. If there is a problem, that cannot be resolved by discussion among the persons concerned, individuals are reminded that they should contact their Department Chair and the Human Rights and Equity Services (HRES) office as soon as possible.