<p>^You forget to mention the 3rd layer, aka 50% of your grade, which is individual assignments you have control over (write ups, presentations, etc). So it is far from a subjective mess.</p>
<p>With regard to your TA grading you, that’s true, but that’s how life will be. Who gets rewarded and who doesn’t isn’t fully based on merit; it’s often lopsided and unfair. It’s a game you’ll need to get used to, and understand, if you want to get a job and get promotions. I see it halfway justified because of that. </p>
<p>If you’re the type to see a class as nothing other than how certain you can gaurantee an A, you’ll probably feel how breaker is, which is quite unfortunate. True, the grading is more subjective than other classes, but as a 1st semester freshman, you will appreciate a class that will get you a few great friends and do a lot of team-based activities. In that sense, I find it engaging and enjoyable, and entirely redeeming.</p>