Examination
The course has two examination modules: practical assignments (LAB2) and project assignments (UPG2). To pass the course, you must pass both modules. Your overall course grade is the average (rounded up) of the grades awarded for the two modules.
The examination in the two modules builds on a common foundation in the form of diagnostic quizzes and in-class assignments.
Foundational assignments
The quizzes and in-class assignments examine learning outcome 1.
Form of the examination
The diagnostic quizzes test your understanding of the concepts, models and algorithms presented in the video lectures. They take the form of time-restricted, multiple-choice tests and are done individually. To take credit for a quiz, you must complete it before the on-campus session for the corresponding unit. You only have one attempt per quiz. Each quiz question is worth 0.2 points.
The in-class assignments test your understanding of the concepts, models and algorithms from the video lectures in the context of material presented in the on-campus sessions. They are done individually or in small groups. To take credit for an in-class assignment, you must attend the on-campus session during which the assignment is given. Each in-class assignment is worth up to 2 points.
Grade requirements
To pass any of LAB2 or UPG2, you must earn at least 20 points from the foundational assignments, including at least 4 points in each unit. Your points then serve as a bonus for the remaining assignments: half of them are transferred to LAB2, the other half to UPG2. Note that bonus points can only be used to raise a passing grade.
Practical assignments
The practical assignments (LAB2) examine learning outcomes 1–3.
Form of the examination
The practical assignments or “labs” test your ability to implement the algorithms presented in the video lectures and on-campus sessions and evaluate your implementations with appropriate methods. They are done in pairs and assessed through both written reports (text and code) and oral reports (on campus or via Teams).
There are basic labs and advanced labs. To pass the course, it suffices to only work on the basic labs; for higher grades, you need to also work on the advanced labs. To take credit for an advanced lab, you must first pass the corresponding basic lab.
Basic labs relate to the central concepts, models, and algorithms presented in the video lectures and on-campus sessions. These labs come with step-by-step instructions and existing code. The instructions ask you to implement pre-designed solutions, evaluate your implementations, and interpret your findings. Each basic lab is worth up to 22 points.
Advanced labs relate to more advanced concepts, models, and algorithms. These labs are formulated as problem specifications with little or no existing code. To solve the specified problems, you will have to design and implement your own solutions, evaluate your implementations, and interpret your findings. Each advanced lab is worth up to 33 points.
Grade requirements
The total number of points you can earn through the practical assignments is 220 (excluding bonus points). To pass the module, you must have at least 100 points. The following table shows the minimal number of points required for each grade.
| Grade 3 | Grade 4 | Grade 5 |
|---|---|---|
| 100 points | 150 points | 200 points |
Feedback
To get feedback on how well you meet the knowledge requirements for this module, you can attend the on-campus sessions and tutored lab sessions and make sure you submit your assignments befor the regular submission closes. In addition, you can always get personalised feedback from the examiner. Book an appointment with the examiner
Project assignments
The project assignments (UPG2) primarily examine learning outcome 4.
Form of the examination
The project assignments centre around a small research project done in groups of 4 students. They consist of a number of deliverables that are explained in more detail on the Project page. Your grade is based on your points for the project presentation (D5) and the post-project paper (D7).
Grade requirements
Your final point score is a weighted sum of the points for D5 (40%) and D7 (60%). The total number of points you can earn is 220 (excluding bonus points). To pass the module, you must have at least 100 points. The following table shows the minimal number of points required for each grade.
| Grade 3 | Grade 4 | Grade 5 |
|---|---|---|
| 100 points | 150 points | 200 points |
Feedback
Detailed information on how you get feedback about how well you meet the knowledge requirements for this module is available on the Project page. In addition, you can always get personalized feedback from the examiner. Book an appointment with the examiner
Additional examination
For each module, there are two additional examination opportunities during the year following the course session:
- during the re-exam period for VT1 (formal examination date: 2024-06-07)
- during the general re-exam period after the summer break (formal examination date: 2024-08-31)
After this, you can take an examination in connection with the next course session. Note, however, that the next session may have different content, assignments, or examination requirements.
To take one of the additional examinations, submit your work via Lisam in time for the formal examination date. (See the Policies document for details.)