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Similar experience in EE, the first year requirements were full of "filter" or "weed-out" courses in math and physics. The generous argument is that it's only
by quesera 3y ago
Similar experience in EE, the first year requirements were full of "filter" or "weed-out" courses in math and physics.
The generous argument is that it's only fair to the student that they should know quickly whether they'll be able to get through the material. Failing fast can be merciful.
The truth is probably more complicated. Let's just say that the student population ended up looking a lot like the TA and professor population. Lather, rinse, repeat.