CHANGES to the 1st day handout, due to the power blackout during the 2nd midterm exam and the decision to turn this exam into a take-home exam: 1) The 2nd midterm exam will contribute 20% to the class grade, instead of 30%. 2) The final exam will contribute 40% to the class grade, instead of 30%. The final will be a 3 hour exam, Thu Dec 13, 2-5pm.