CSE467 Policies
Collaboration
Homework: Unless we specifically state otherwise, we encourage collaboration
on problem sets, provided that (1) You spend at least 15 minutes on each
and every problem alone, before discussing it with others, and (2) You
write up each and every problem in your own writing, using your own words,
and understand the solution fully. Copying someone else's homework is cheating
(see below), as is copying the homework from another source (prior year's
notes, etc.). The quiz and final problems will be very similar to the homework
problems; if you truly understand the homework, then the quizzes and final
will be easy. If you have copied the homework, then you can expect to do
poorly on the quizzes and final.
Quizzes: A quiz is a short exam—no collaboration or discussion
is permitted. If you have a question during a quiz, ask the instructor.
Labs and Project: We will partition the class into small groups
of 2–3 persons, and group members will work together on the labs and on
the project. Each group must hand in its own writeups, representing the
work of that group. Groups may discuss the labs or project with each other,
but may not copy other group' schematics, Verilog, simulations, etc. Each
group must hand in lab writeups and a project report that the group members
have conceived and designed and verified, with each group member contributing
equally.
Cheating
Cheating is a very serious offense. If you are caught cheating, you can
expect a failing grade and initiation of a cheating case in the University
system. Basically, cheating is an insult to the instructor, to the department
and major program, and most importantly, to you. If you feel that you are
having a problem with the material, or don't have time to finish an assignment,
or have any number of other reasons to cheat, then talk with the instructor.
Just don't cheat.
To avoid creating situations where copying can arise, never e-mail or
post your solution files. You can post general questions about interpretation
and tool use but limit your comments to these categories. If you are in
doubt about what might constitute cheating, send the instructor e-mail
describing the situation.
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