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","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2367451","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:17.352291+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2Mzc4MTMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2367451","instructor_name":"Arganthael Berson","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2022-05-19 22:39:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's a genuinely nice guy who cares about the subject and is willing to help you understand it. His lectures are pretty good, and he's very accessible. The textbook aligns with the course material very well, and EES is a lifesaver once you know it. Thermodynamics is a difficult course with rapid-fire homework, but I ended up liking it somehow.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2367451","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:17.352291+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MzQwMjM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2367451","instructor_name":"Arganthael Berson","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2022-05-14 22:29:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Berson really cares about his students. He provides us with a lecture note template, which honestly was the most helpful thing this semester. I also had so much fun learning in his class because he made it really interesting. I would highly recommend taking him when you can.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2367451","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:08.380009+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NTg0Nzky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:975558","instructor_name":"David Foster","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2009-03-30 14:42:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome Prof. You just have to speak up and ask questions when you have them. He understands and answers questions very well in class, over emails and in office hours. He explains his testing methods and why they are the way they are. High volume of homework though! Overall and enjoyable guy, I learned a lot.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/975558","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:08.380009+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzMjgzOTMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:975558","instructor_name":"David Foster","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2007-06-22 00:02:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"He explained topics VERY WELL, in more of a conceptual manner than just straight from the book.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/975558","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:39:04.059110+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjU0MDY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350737","instructor_name":"Franklin Miller","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2021-12-25 22:26:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Franklin Miller was one of my favorite professors in my college career. His lectures were well presented and there was a lot of homework every week. The homework is heavy, but crucial for your success in his course. Very approachable and really cares about his students. I would recommend Miller to anyone in the ME department. He knows his stuff.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350737","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:39:04.059110+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MDgyMTc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350737","instructor_name":"Franklin Miller","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2021-09-21 19:12:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"3 homeworks per week are definitely worth the time(big chunk of grade). HW can be challenging at times but they're the most important thing you can do for the exams. Exams themselves are more comparable to the easier homeworks. If you understand the basics of the material, you shouldn't have any problems.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350737","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:39:04.059110+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NjU4NTkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350737","instructor_name":"Franklin Miller","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2017-01-02 20:52:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"2 homework assignments a week, if you do them it is a lot of work, but you can't get behind in the class. Very knowledgeable about the subject, you can get a lot out of office hours. Lectures are very useful too, take notes! They help a lot with homework and exams. Textbook'll occasionally be useful for homework.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350737","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:39:04.059110+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2OTk4MzE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350737","instructor_name":"Franklin Miller","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2016-09-27 22:17:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Miller is a fantastic professor - However, the homework is barely related to the lectures or the textbook, so if you don't automatically know how to do it, you won't be figuring it out.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350737","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:39:04.059110+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzODM1NzEz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350737","instructor_name":"Franklin Miller","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2014-11-17 23:12:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Miller was easily one of the best professors I've ever had. I went into Thermo with little interest and left with a fascination for the world. He REALLY knows his material and is remarkable at explaining it. Listening to him lecture can be truly inspiring, he is terrific at connecting the material to real-world applications. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350737","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:39:04.059110+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzNjQxMjIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350737","instructor_name":"Franklin Miller","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2014-10-09 00:46:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's the man. Worked at NASA, got his PhD at MIT","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350737","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:39:04.059110+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2OTEyMjAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350737","instructor_name":"Franklin Miller","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2010-03-25 19:31:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's a fantastic professor.  He's super helpful.  Comfortable to approach.  Just finished working for NASA so he totally knows what he's talking about, but he's able to teach it as well.  Lots of homework, but then exams are pretty straight-forward.  One of the best profs I've ever had.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350737","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:39:04.059110+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2OTA2Mjgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350737","instructor_name":"Franklin Miller","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2010-03-24 17:58:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is very helpful.  He is a great professor.  Probably one of the best I have had.  If i have the option to have him as a professor for another class i will.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350737","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQzNDA3NjM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2026-09-04 02:21:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took this class as a high schooler, this was my first class taken on a university platform. I couldn't have asked for a better teacher, even if he was through the screen. The homework was directly related to the lecture, everything was organized, and he would help you a lot. Only bad thing was I couldn't understand the lecture note's handwriting.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyODU3NTE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2026-04-17 02:54:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Gregory made me feel like I study and learn in a safe environment. He invited me to his private tutoring sessions at his crib. His crib, I must say, is warm, humid, welcoming, and thermodynamically efficient. I trust his ability to make his students finish and excel. Go Greg. xo","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyODEyNjI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2026-04-10 16:28:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best professor in the engineering department at UW Madison. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxODgzMTgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2025-11-17 18:40:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"great professor ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNzQ2ODY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2025-10-23 02:22:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Solid Professor. Would recommend. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMjQxNjg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2025-05-11 03:30:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Nellis made complex subjects make sense in a way few professors have. He wasn't enthusiastic by any means, but occasionally funny and willing to work with me when I was sick for an exam. He seems pretty impartial to teaching but he's good at what he does. He cares enough to quickly respond on piazza and teaches well even without much enthusiasm lol","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMjQwNzMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2025-05-11 01:06:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"perfect at teaching. I never took notes in class but left lectures feeling well informed. I watched all the lectures again later in the day to take notes and do the homework. Exams were very fair and he prepared us well for them.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMjE5MDQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2025-05-08 23:49:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"You literally could not ask for a better professor. The best I've ever had. Every lecture you learn exactly what you need to know and it sticks with you because his teaching is just that good. Writes down a lot of stuff during lecture and doesn't just click through slides. If you can take even one course with Nellis, you absolutely should. GOAT!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMDY4ODA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2025-04-28 15:19:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Nellis is the best professor in the engineering department. He's straight to the point. Teaches you exactly what you need to know in a clear and concise manner. Tests are super fair and he never tries to trick you. There is a lot of HW but it's a free 100 if you take the time to do it, and it makes studying for the exams an afterthought. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMDE5OTc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2025-04-23 19:55:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Had this guy for thermo and me201 and he's actually just the goat. Great at breaking complex topics down and explaining them in a way that easy for students to understand. Lot of HW but it really prepares you for the exams and is very doable. Probably the best professor I've had at this school tbh.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwODgwNDM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2025-04-06 21:34:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best professor at UW. If you attend lectures you will get a high grade in the class. If you have the option to choose him for a class, do it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzc3MjUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2024-12-19 04:45:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor who knows what he is talking about and explains the content in a way that is very easy to understand and learn from. Would definitely take him again if given the chance.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMjIxMTcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2024-12-11 16:07:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Nellis has been my favorite professor yet. Yes, he gives a lot of homework, but it always feels manageable and honestly because of his teaching style I feel like I actually learned and appreciated the content of Thermo in depth. Nellis' lectures not only hold everyone's attention, but actually teach things in a way that makes sense.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MjYxNzM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2022-12-30 00:30:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Easily the best professor I've had here thus far - homework due every single lecture period, but, as he'll mention, you'll thank him when it comes to exams (which are essentially identical in format to the homework). Lectures were clear & concise, made thermo very easy to follow & an enjoyable class to take.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NzYwMjQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2022-11-01 14:53:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Easily one of my top professors of all time. He is straight to the point and clear on his expectations of you. He knows the best way to teach each concept and answers questions well. There is a lot of homework (3x a week) but it prepares you for the exam so well that cramming isn't even an option at this point. You just know what you know. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NzM2MzU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2022-10-25 21:26:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Get ready for homework, as he does give a lot. However this homework really helps you learn the material he teaches as I did not study for the first midterm and made a 93. He is a great professor who explains everything. He makes a lot of funny remarks and is fun to listen and learn from. If you take Thermo, I highly recommend Nellis.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NzExMDI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2022-10-18 16:05:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"He does a great job at lectures and the exams aren't too bad. My only complaint is there was homework due at the start of every lecture. If you have a job and/or a heavy course load it almost guaranteed you won't finish some homeworks because you need to work on some every night, and find time to print it before class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzODcxMTgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2020-11-23 02:36:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Just good at his job. No nonsense lecture style, very clear and concise and knows the material and HOW TO TEACH the material like the back of his hand, really good at answering questions. Exams are exactly like the homework so the 3 homeworks a week are worth your time.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyOTA2Mjg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2020-02-12 19:00:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Excellent professor. Would recommend for ME 361. Very clear explanation of material and he always makes clear his expectations for exams. Also has a unique sense of humor that is indifferent, sarcastic, and quite hilarious at times. 10/10.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyMjg0NDAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2019-10-14 19:53:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"God mode professor. He is making thermodynamics very understandable for me. There is a lot of homework though, which does suck but it is the best way to stay up to date on the material. Easy grader on the homework and the exams are easier than the hw assignments. Definitely don't skip lecture. Show up and do the assignments and you're clear.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMTM0NzE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2018-05-17 10:21:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor. Made thermodynamics very understandable. Lots of homework that can take a significant amount of time. He never really mentions the textbook, which he wrote, but there are very similar examples to the homework in it, so use it when you get stuck. Exams are much easier than homework assignments. Great, funny guy overall.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMjIyNjYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2014-05-11 23:05:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"HE taught me more than all other classes through 4 semesters so far. So interesting, learned a ton. He expects a lot, but you get a lot out. If you have the option, take Nellis.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMDE0NjIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2014-04-09 18:51:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is absolutely the best professor I have ever met so far in university life. Highly recommended!!! If you want to fall in love with thermo","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyODcwMDgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2014-02-26 17:44:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome teacher, no emotion, funny, wrote the book and has taught the class 100 times","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMjgwMzU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2013-01-21 00:57:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of the bests profs ive had.  HW and tests are usually pretty easy if you show up and take notes everyday.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.866955+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2ODg3OTY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1350738","instructor_name":"Gregory Nellis","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2010-03-19 15:00:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is awesome.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1350738","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:58.882035+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3MTg4NDU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:927519","instructor_name":"Jay Martin","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2010-05-12 22:06:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Like most professors, he assigns reading to be done before class, but unlike most professors you must do the reading.  He doesn't teach much, will go through example problems and sometimes doesn't finish them, but it is assumed that you did the reading.  Exams are tough, but he is generous with partial credit.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/927519","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:58.882035+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3MTIwNjQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:927519","instructor_name":"Jay Martin","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2010-05-04 18:46:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Different teaching style than most teachers. It is ESSENTIAL that you do the readings. Little is actually taught in class but if you read and then go to class then class is helpful. Automatic 100 on homework but doing it actually helps. To sum it up you must put a lot of time into teaching yourself the material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/927519","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:58.882035+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2OTcwNzQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:927519","instructor_name":"Jay Martin","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2010-04-09 09:54:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Worst professor I have had so far.  Always goes off topic and doesnt teach the material just starts random problems and doesnt even finish them.  Homework and exams don't correlate at all","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/927519","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:58.882035+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2OTY5NjY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:927519","instructor_name":"Jay Martin","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2010-04-09 00:07:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Martin is an entertaining lecturer and cares a lot about the students actually understanding thermo. His lectures do tend to go on strange tangents from time to time, and he never really finishes problems completely. Tests are very hard but he's extremely generous with partial credit. Tough class over all, but Martin is a decent prof.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/927519","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:58.882035+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0MDg5MzAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:927519","instructor_name":"Jay Martin","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2008-02-12 13:20:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good all around teacher. I felt he administered the class very well. Lectures need a bit of rounding off, but you can tell he tries hard and cares about our learning. Tests are about average difficulty, but totally manageable as long as you do the homework he assigns, which isn't too hard at all. (Typically 2-3 problems each class period)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/927519","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:58.882035+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNTA4Njcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:927519","instructor_name":"Jay Martin","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2006-12-02 19:56:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Had him for thermo and it was the worst experience I've had with a prof. at UW.  Seems like a good guy but is prone to indiscriminant polar mood swings.  Not helpful at office hours, makes you feel like an idiot.  Is in love with concept questions that are total crap.  Due to his teaching, I still have problems with thermo stuff.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/927519","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:13.179076+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyMDU3ODE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:927521","instructor_name":"John Pfotenhauer","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2019-06-25 20:33:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a good professor and he explained the materials in an easy way to understand. HW is a lot but that is just how this course is constructed. The amount of HW is the same if you pick different lecturers. Accessible during office hour and reply emails pretty quickly if you have any questions about materials.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/927521","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:13.179076+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODcwMzg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:927521","instructor_name":"John Pfotenhauer","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2016-01-04 11:59:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. P really knows his stuff, but I think he is one of those guys who is so smart that he has trouble communicating his point sometimes. I really relied on the video lectures to supplement some mistakes and confusing points in lecture. The textbook was a must. Lots of homework, very nice professor. I learned a lot but it was a lot of work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/927521","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:13.179076+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NzgxNDYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:927521","instructor_name":"John Pfotenhauer","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2015-12-20 15:07:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"John was a great professor for Thermo. I have a lot of respect for him and he is a great teacher.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/927521","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:13.179076+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3NTY0MzEz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:927521","instructor_name":"John Pfotenhauer","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2010-08-31 14:55:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of the best professors I have ever had.  Very helpful with homeworks, which were very useful when studying for exams because they were similar format.  Highly recommend him!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/927521","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:13.179076+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0ODAyNTc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:927521","instructor_name":"John Pfotenhauer","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2008-09-07 09:55:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome prof!  I tried really hard in class.  Even I did not get a good grade.  I really appreciated his teaching and guidance.  The c did not bother me too much these days.  I knew that I probably deserved a C- or D.  I took his class 10 years ago and I am now Director of Engineering in a Fortune 100 company.  Thank you prof!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/927521","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:23.798349+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNDQxMDU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2113160","instructor_name":"Kristofer Dressler","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2019-03-15 18:56:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"ME 361 is a tough class with three weekly assignments due per week. Dressler enjoys hearing himself talk most of the time and inspires "philosophical" thinking about thermodynamics rather than actually teaching the material. Lectures are not well prepared and erroneous even when he does have something relevant to teach.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2113160","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:23.798349+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNDQxMDQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2113160","instructor_name":"Kristofer Dressler","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2019-03-15 18:50:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Worst professor I've ever had. Is a bloody racist. DO NOT take his class. Does NOT teach, and is partial to your race. Waste of time and money.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2113160","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:23.798349+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNDAwODEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2113160","instructor_name":"Kristofer Dressler","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2019-03-04 05:16:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's just the best, lots of homework but he really teaches the concepts very well","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2113160","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:23.798349+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNDAwNjE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2113160","instructor_name":"Kristofer Dressler","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2019-03-04 03:57:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dressler is one of my favourite professors at the UW, he always teaches with passion, has very helpful lectures and he's even nicer outside of class. Wants his students to do well and is truly a fun professor to have","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2113160","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:23.798349+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwODI0NjQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2113160","instructor_name":"Kristofer Dressler","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2018-11-30 12:19:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took this class at 8:50am and I am by no means a morning person, but I looked forward to going to class because Dressler was an energized, engaging, and very helpful professor. This class is a lot of work, but taking the time to do well on homeworks genuinely helps you do well on exams and in the class in general. One of the best professors.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2113160","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:23.798349+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MTgzNjIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2113160","instructor_name":"Kristofer Dressler","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2017-05-02 11:24:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"All of the previous reviews are correct when saying Dressler is a great guy who really cares about his students. His teaching style is a little different though. If you prefer a lot of structure, you won't get that with dress. His lectures are usually on the fly. He definitely makes class interesting and makes you want to learn though.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2113160","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:23.798349+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NTY4NzQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2113160","instructor_name":"Kristofer Dressler","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2016-12-19 16:50:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dressler is one of the best professors I've had. He really cares about every student's success, however the class will definitely challenge you. His lectures are great, and he uses a lot of real world examples to help you understand the concepts better. His exams are tough, but fair, as long as you don't fall behind on the homework.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2113160","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:23.798349+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NzE0MTQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2113160","instructor_name":"Kristofer Dressler","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2016-06-10 11:43:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class is tough, no getting around it, but he's certainly out to *teach* you something rather than hand out A's. 3X/week homework assignments are tough but if you work through it, they help with understanding. Of all the thermo profs, he's the best choice hands down. Exams are totally reasonable. MUST get the textbook if you dream of passing","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2113160","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:23.798349+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDY0ODc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2113160","instructor_name":"Kristofer Dressler","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2016-05-04 14:50:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"ME 361 is a tough class with three weekly assignments due per week. Dressler enjoys hearing himself talk most of the time and inspires \"philosophical\" thinking about thermodynamics rather than actually teaching the material. Lectures are not well prepared and erroneous even when he does have something relevant to teach.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2113160","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:23.798349+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MTQ1MDcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2113160","instructor_name":"Kristofer Dressler","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2016-03-15 13:05:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very cool guy, is very helpful and wants class to do well. Tries to learn the names of students in order to connect more. Dress is the ideal professor. Dont buy the textbook, it is online for free.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2113160","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:23.798349+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MTAxMjA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2113160","instructor_name":"Kristofer Dressler","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2016-03-01 13:30:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dressler is the best professor I have ever had from the engineering department. He makes a real effort to get to engage students in lecture which is lively with lots of opportunity to ask questions. There is lots of homework in this class but Dressler is super approachable if you need help. If you have the chance to take Dressler for anyclass DO IT","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2113160","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:49.009294+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2ODY0ODQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1404148","instructor_name":"Mario Trujillo","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2010-03-11 10:21:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor.  Very thorough and teaches you the fundamentals, not just all applications.  Expects you to understand the derivations, not just memorize.  Extremely leniant grader as well.  Has lots of research experience, and can be very funny.  Highly, Highly recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1404148","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:34.963739+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwNDA4MjMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1880112","instructor_name":"Michael Cheadle","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2018-08-06 20:46:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you're taking this class online, I would consider rethinking that. It's a lot of work (especially the labs) and if you don't have the TA and Prof there to help it can be very frustrating. Tough class, but not impossible","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1880112","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:34.963739+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MjA2NzY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1880112","instructor_name":"Michael Cheadle","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2016-11-16 22:38:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Superb. 10/10, would recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1880112","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:34.963739+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MjA2NzQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1880112","instructor_name":"Michael Cheadle","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2016-11-16 22:36:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"An outstanding lecturer and teacher, and friendly too.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1880112","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:34.963739+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MTc4Nzkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1880112","instructor_name":"Michael Cheadle","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2016-11-14 01:18:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Took this class over the summer. His lectures are concise and really get to the point. The homework is all done on the computer but exams are on paper, so make sure you know how to use the tables in the book well and study on paper. Overall its a very interesting class, put in the effort to understand and you'll be fine","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1880112","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:34.963739+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1Mzk2MDQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1880112","instructor_name":"Michael Cheadle","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2015-11-11 23:12:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Just Awesome","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1880112","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:34.963739+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MTI3NjIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1880112","instructor_name":"Michael Cheadle","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2015-08-17 15:26:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Just enroll his class! Finally I find a teacher whose class is worth of listening. I can keep concentrating on his teaching for half of the class but for others, en, maybe just 20 percent. Study hard and easy A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1880112","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:07:28.300172+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNzQ2NjIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:974845","instructor_name":"Sanford Klein","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2013-05-13 13:01:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Klein is by far the best professor I have come across. He dedicates himself to teaching the skills you need to be a knowledgable practicing engineer. This class challenged me like no other has, and forced me to dig deep to learn the material, not just pass another stepping stone on the way to graduation. Take him if you can!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/974845","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:07:28.300172+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNjc0ODAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:974845","instructor_name":"Sanford Klein","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2013-05-04 17:08:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Klein is the boss. Super-knowledgeable and experienced about what he teaches. EES (which he made for the most part) is a life-saver and super-useful. He might come off as intimidating in class but if you go to his office hours he is kind and super helpful.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/974845","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:07:28.300172+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwODEzODE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:974845","instructor_name":"Sanford Klein","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2012-11-11 17:46:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Definitely the most informative class I've had so far. All the material is directly applicable to real world examples, and he emphasizes this importance. He can be a bit of a smart-ass, but in his office he's very helpful, and approachable. The homeworks could be a real pain,but their helpfulness in the real world was unquestionable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/974845","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:07:28.300172+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMzQzNjE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:974845","instructor_name":"Sanford Klein","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2012-05-24 22:11:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very experienced and knowledgeable, the book (which he wrote) is an invaluable resource. Learn to enjoy EES and his homework will not be tedious, although some problems are very challenging. He will notice if you sleep through his class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/974845","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:07:28.300172+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyOTg4OTQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:974845","instructor_name":"Sanford Klein","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2007-04-09 19:48:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not a great teacher but very knowledgable, gives general outline of whats important but you'll need to look in textbook for extras. Pretty intense, no BS guy...not patient. Will make you feel like an idiot if you ask a dumb question. Decent prof as long as you put in the work to learn yourself.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/974845","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4MjY5ODE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2023-10-12 06:44:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Scott is amazing his lectures are interesting and engaging. The material is kinda hard but if you show up to class and do your homework you'll be fine","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3OTAxNzgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2023-05-11 21:55:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Class is very homework heavy, with up to 6 assignments per week. Keep up with the homework assignments and you will do well on the exams. Lectures were recorded and posted to canvas during Spring 2023.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3ODUwODMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2023-05-07 23:16:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Best professor I've had at UW-Madison. He presents the information very clearly and in an interesting way. Lots of homework but you learn a lot while doing it. Exam questions are weird but they are trying to test your understanding. Very helpful over email and in office hours. Can't ask for better.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzkyODAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2023-01-30 21:55:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"His lectures will put you into a coma.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1OTQ5NDA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2022-03-18 17:52:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Sanders is great at teaching the material. Exam questions are very fair and are similar to but often easier than the homework. Overall great class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1ODA1NjA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2022-01-27 22:53:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really good lecturer, nice guy, and very fair tests","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTkwNzc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2021-12-18 21:07:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Yes, he does assign a lot of homeworks. Connect and handwritten/EES hw 3 times a week (about 60 hws total), but because there is so much homework it makes it less stressful to study for exams. As a result, his exams are fair and pretty easy if you understand the concepts. Grades come back super quick so you know what you have in the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MjM3NzA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2021-11-14 23:31:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor sanders is a pretty decent professor. His class is interesting, and the lectures always include examples problems which help a lot on the hw. On the other hand, there is a ton of hw and the exams dont really match up with the hw problems, so its hard to prepare for the exams. Get ready to work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MjEzMjAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2021-11-09 19:46:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sanders is by far the worst prof I've ever had @ my time @ Madison. HW takes 3 hrs per assignment and there are 3 HWs a week. He is unavailable, disinterested during office hours. Finally, exams and HW consistently include surprise content that was never taught or is taught in subsequent lectures. Content is not the problem, Sanders is.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMjg0NzIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2020-05-13 16:42:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's a great guy! If you can keep up in thermo, you'll pass. The tests are a bit disjointed from the hw and classwork, prep for surprises. It'll be okay if you don't do great on exams tho because the homework is worth something like 35% of the grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMjcwNDU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2020-05-12 03:08:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Office hours are pretty much working with a group, and the teaching isn't that inspired. Homeworks are pretty easy, the textbook he teaches from can be found online for free, he works enough examples, and the solutions are always posted so that you can learn from every homework (online via Connect AND custom-made, merge together later in semester)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMjEzMDAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2020-05-05 23:38:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"There are 3 hws a week (hardcopy & online) that can be hard and take 2+ hours, but in return his tests are very fair. ULC and having a study group are important. Lectures are a little boring but Sanders is passionate about the material and is willing to help you. One of the better engineering professors Ive had, the amount of hw is just rough.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMTkzNDc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2020-05-04 04:05:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"3 midterms. Tons of homework (6 assignments every week!). Lectures a little boring but his method gets a little better later in the semester. Sometimes throws incredibly stupid things on homework we've never learned. Still probably better than a lot of thermodynamics profs.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxOTA1OTc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2019-05-18 04:20:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sanders is a nice guy and answers questions well. His lectures are really dull but relevant to material. There is so much homework - the ULC's drop-in tutoring will save your life, but be prepared to live there. The text book is also really useful, and the amount of homework prepares you well for exams, which are pretty fair and graded well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNzc4NzA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2019-05-06 01:11:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"I was frustrated with Prof. Sanders in the beginning but as time went on his teaching began to grow on me. Homework is where you'll really learn most of the material but I thoroughly enjoyed watching Sanders think out loud when explaining concepts in lecture with his sporadic hand motions and exaggerated emphasis on the concepts.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MDUxMjgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2017-12-05 17:10:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sander's cares about students learning the material, however, if he really cared about us learning ME361, he would stop teaching it. The homeworks take roughly 3-5 hours to complete per assignment with help from the ULC. The exams are fair, but the homeworks definitely make up for the fair exams. 3 HW's per week are aggressive and take too long.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTUxNTAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2017-11-22 10:25:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Homeworks are hard and long, and theres 3 of them per week. Lectures are not useful.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4NzM1MzAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2017-10-11 20:55:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Sanders is good, the problem for this class is those people that grade the hw. Those bast/ards should go to h/ell.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4NDE4NDcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2017-06-03 17:54:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sanders' lectures were very hit-and-miss. One day he would methodically go through an extremely helpful example problem, the next day my notes would be useless. However, his handouts were decent, so I suggest regular attendance. Don't be afraid to take this teacher; if you find a good study group and put in the hours, you can do well in this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MDU0ODM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2017-04-15 16:24:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"HW is extremely hard, and the lecture is not helpful at all.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDcxOTUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2016-05-04 23:12:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"To get it out of the way; yes, he doesn't make eye contact all that much.  However, he is quite a good professor.  He is excellent at explaining material, and if you ask him a question, he will answer it very quickly.  While his lectures are sort of dry, they never feel like they last forever, because you can tell he cares about this subject.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:38.878435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MTE3NTU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:619286","instructor_name":"Scott Sanders","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2011-01-11 00:53:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"CAUTION: Avoid at all costs. Terrible professor, you will not learn a thing. Lecture and homework don't relate to tests at all. Also he's extremely rude and awkward, afraid of eye contact and conversation. Open book tests make the class passable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/619286","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:24.325594+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDc2MTAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1200458","instructor_name":"Tom Krupenkin","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2014-12-14 18:52:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lecture is worthless and his powerpoints are mostly material that was copy and pasted out of the text books.  Assignment problems can be easy but most are impossible and very different from any examples given but the tests are similar to the easiermedium difficulty homework problems.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1200458","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:24.325594+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNzM2Mzk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1200458","instructor_name":"Tom Krupenkin","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2013-05-11 16:04:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"From the other comments you might have figured out you have to teach yourself thermodynamics and this is entirely correct.  Never in my career as a student have I ever had such a terrible professor.  I did end up getting an A in the course, but it was not easy.  This semester they increased the difficulty of the class.  Should be called R-134.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1200458","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:24.325594+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMjg4ODEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1200458","instructor_name":"Tom Krupenkin","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2013-01-23 16:00:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is very boring and unhelpful, but the first three weeks he poses some interesting questions.  The book he chooses is supposedly the best thermo book available. However, the class is easy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1200458","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:24.325594+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTY4NjUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1200458","instructor_name":"Tom Krupenkin","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2012-12-26 11:34:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Going to class is pointless. Have to teach everything to yourself out of the extremely dry, boring book.  The midterms are all ridiculously easy, averages were all around 100.  Final was difficult, but was almost identical to homework problems.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1200458","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:24.325594+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTM2OTQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1200458","instructor_name":"Tom Krupenkin","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2012-12-20 13:23:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Like everyone else said. Yea you have to teach yourself, but this is a research university so it's kind of to be expected. One of the smartest prof I have had, but I wouldn't bother going to class unless you like the theory. If you can do the homework, you'll do fine on the tests.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1200458","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:24.325594+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMjE1NDcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1200458","instructor_name":"Tom Krupenkin","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2012-05-07 12:28:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Couldn't understand a word he said, but the exams were definitely easy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1200458","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:24.325594+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5ODAwMDM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1200458","instructor_name":"Tom Krupenkin","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2012-02-04 13:55:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"You basically have to teach yourself the material form the book but if you can do the homework you'll ace his easy midterms. I had over 100% going into the final and I thought it was excessively difficult. Don't bother going to lecture its pretty worthless other than when he'll tell you that there's a test at the end of the week.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1200458","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:24.325594+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NTczMTYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1200458","instructor_name":"Tom Krupenkin","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2011-12-19 18:08:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you enjoy teaching yourself Thermodynamics and paying to do it take this professor.  Useless lectures that would be better spent doing absolutely anything else and the midterms were incredibly inconsistent.  Very obvious that he was forced to teach this course.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1200458","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:21.390465+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMjQ0Nzg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3149398","instructor_name":"Tony Grotjan","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2025-12-14 18:53:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Phenomenal professor, he is very knowledgeable and very good at teaching, best professor I've had at UW Madison. He provides handouts that you can fill out while he goes through the lecture, which are very helpful for taking notes. Additionally, he is very accessible with his office hours or piazza and can effectively clear up any misconceptions.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3149398","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:21.390465+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTg3MDQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3149398","instructor_name":"Tony Grotjan","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2025-12-11 21:12:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tony's lectures are clear, well-structured, and easy to follow. The provided note templates make it simple to stay engaged, and office hours are very helpful for homework. He waits to introduce new material until after exams. Unfortunately, Madison may lose a great teacher if he moves to Milwaukee.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3149398","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:21.390465+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTg2ODAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3149398","instructor_name":"Tony Grotjan","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2025-12-11 21:05:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good professor, challenging course but he actually cares about his students. Will take the time to teach you and is very fair with grading. If you put in effort, he will reciprocate.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3149398","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:21.390465+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTg0NjA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3149398","instructor_name":"Tony Grotjan","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2025-12-11 20:03:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Course is structed in a way that office hours are very important to learning if you aren't a good at absorbing everything from lecture. Tony knows this and was very open to stay late in office hours and flexible. He is very positive and truly cares about your education. Truly the goat.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3149398","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:21.390465+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTg0NTY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3149398","instructor_name":"Tony Grotjan","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2025-12-11 20:02:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very clearly cares about his students. Takes pride in his work. Writes out concise, helpful lectures with good graphics for students to use. Very available outside of class. Best engineering professor I've had so far in 2.5 years of mechanical engineering.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3149398","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:21.390465+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTYwNjQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3149398","instructor_name":"Tony Grotjan","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2025-12-10 23:29:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"This was Tony's first time running his own lectures. He made detailed lecture notes at the start of each class to help guide the lecture. The class was homework heavy with some hard exams but he did everything he could to help you prepare. He stays late at office hours and helps you work through any homework or practice problems. Great professor!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3149398","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:29.771244+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMjg0Nzc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1206518","instructor_name":"Wendy Crone","course_label":"ME361","course_id":"ME 361","course_uid":"course_c30972f318c82dcee2e70be3","review_date":"2020-05-13 16:48:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's not bad! Gives great real life illustrations. Always hands out plenty of practice materials before the exam. Doesn't do the best at explaining complex topics, but does REALLY well with simple Mechanics explaining","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1206518","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0}]