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","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2840709","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:28.734401+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMTk4MDQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2840709","instructor_name":"Sinan Tas","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2024-12-10 18:31:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of the best professors I have had at Madison. His lectures are set up in a way that flows well during class and is also easy to review. With ample extra credit opportunities, the main focus can be more on learning than on final grade. The course project is also very useful in applying what we learned in class. 10/10 reccomend. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2840709","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:28.734401+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4ODA3NTYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2840709","instructor_name":"Sinan Tas","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2023-12-29 06:18:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great guy and professor. Lectures were tough to get through, but if you go to discussion you will understand practically everything you need to know. A little disorganized, especially with the group project guidelines, but gave plenty of opportunities to improve your grade with 10% extra credit on both midterms and 2% extra credit with bonus cases.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2840709","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNjIxODA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2025-09-04 14:59:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Terry is the MAN, literally. He was a great professor and definitely provides a neat perspective as a consultant. The project is lengthy and intense, when he says to start early, LISTEN. He is interesting and cares about his student's success. Helpful in office hours and in lecture. If you go to lecture and discussion, the exams will be easy. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMTM3NTQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2025-05-02 20:08:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great! Terry was super nice, knew how to answer questions well, and his exams were extremely fair - you have a lot of practice on the exact stuff which will show up on an exam and he doesn't test you on anything you didn't explicitly cover. The homework assigned and project requirements are very extensive and time consuming, so prepare for that.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzA1NTc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2024-12-15 05:36:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Just don't take it","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NzYxOTM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2023-04-29 21:55:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Overall, Terry is a good professor. His lectures are pretty dull but that's primarily thanks to the content of 315. The project for the class is extremely time-consuming and very little guidance is given so be prepared to go to office hours. Not my favorite class, but as a consultant Terry did add some interesting perspective.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNTE4NzM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2019-04-02 21:45:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Terry is one of the best profs I've had at UW. He's a part time professor and also a consultant, so he has awesome real world examples. He gives tons of extra credit, so take advantage. There's a lot of info in the class but if you just read the lecture slides and go to discussion you'll do well. Discussion was huge for application of formulas","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMTY4MjQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2018-05-22 11:48:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor that genuinely cares about his students and what he lectures on. Offers 4% in extra credit, which is not even necessary since the class is already pretty easy. The semester project is time consuming so start early. I ended with a 101% in the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MjY1OTQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2017-12-18 21:11:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Mann is an all around great professor. He includes actual real world examples in his lectures, and is more than willing to discuss them after. While he isn't on campus often, when he is, it is worth seeing him. Overall, he is a good lecturer who is a fair professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3OTk2MjMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2017-04-04 22:40:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Favorite professor I've had here at UW-Madison so far.  Had him for both 313 and 315.  Project for 315 is a lot of work. Terry is the best.  He actually keeps me engaged during the entire power lecture which is something that can not be said about most professors.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NjU2NzU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2017-01-02 15:37:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Had Terry for 313 and 315 and will be trying to take more of his classes in my last 2 years. He really cares about his students and he knows a lot of material is dry (especialy in 313). He really wants you to succeed. Lectures for 313 are pretty useless and you can just do the hw and cram for tests. Would highly recommend attending 315 lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NjE0MTE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2016-12-23 20:00:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Had Terry for both 313 and 315 and really enjoyed him as a professor. You can tell he is really cares about students and doesn't just teach you to pass a test. Definitely recommend taking classes with him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NTA0MTgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2016-05-08 14:13:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures drag on, material is kind of dry, but definitely useful in the real world. Tests are straightforward and fairly easy. Semester long project is very time consuming so start early and don't put it off! TA was great and discussion was extremely helpful preparing for exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwNTQ1OTcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2012-08-05 03:11:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Excellent professor. Super chill, relaxed and approachable. Has a very conversationalist, friendly tone and is always willing to help. Pay attention to the things he stresses in lectures and you'll do well on tests, the class is fairly easy. Project is very time consuming, so start early and keep working at it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5ODgzNzQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2012-03-06 12:46:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good guy, works hard to get the class to understand. Very approachable and seems to like helping you out with questions. He has more experience than most professors and it shows.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MjQyMDA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2011-11-15 13:08:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"The subject as such is supposed to be easy but this guy makes it as hard as possible,I took this class as an ME student and there hasn't been a single day i haven't regretted ! Lousy professor","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:24.766085+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MzU2Mjg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1357774","instructor_name":"Terry Mann","course_label":"ISYE315","course_id":"ISYE 315","course_uid":"course_9d2db43001abbe58247267ec","review_date":"2009-11-12 10:24:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"He knows what he is talking about and he is very willing to help.  The project is tedious, but not bad if you start it fairly early.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1357774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0}]