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Gregory Nellis

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Raw average: 4.74/5 from 50 quality ratings. The adjusted rating blends this with the UW review average (3.66/5), weighted as 20 additional ratings. Smaller samples stay closer to that average. Each captured review is counted once in the prior; this does not correct who chooses to leave a review.

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What students say

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ME 361
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
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.
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ME 361
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
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
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361 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 1/5
Super easy class. Tests were very straightforward.
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Classes with Gregory Nellis

ME 361

Thermodynamics

3 credits

This Thermodynamics course covers the first and second laws, properties of gases and vapors, energy-systems analysis including power and refrigeration cycles, and reacting mixtures.

Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources

Past student reviews · Gregory Nellis

Gregory Nellis teaches with a clear, no-nonsense style that makes thermodynamics understandable. Students reported doing three homework assignments per week, noting that the exams closely mirrored the homework and were generally easier or fairer than the assignments. He was described as funny and effective at answering questions, with students finding the workload manageable because it prepared them well for tests.

Gregory NellisAdam Dempsey

historical GPA · grades

Fall 2022–Spring 2026
ME 491

Mechanical Engineering Projects I

1–3 credits

Mechanical Engineering Projects I involves individual lab projects under staff supervision.

Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources

Gregory NellisDan Negrut+40 more

historical GPA · grades

Fall 2024–Spring 2026 · limited sample
ME 699

Advanced Independent Study

1–3 credits

Advanced Independent Study involves directed study projects arranged with the instructor, applying advanced physical, mathematical, and mechanical engineering principles to engineering research problems.

Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources

Krishnan SureshGregory Nellis+34 more

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Recorded teaching history

Distinct courses recorded per term

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TermCourseTitle
Spring 2027ME 361Thermodynamics
Spring 2027ME 489Honors in Research II
Spring 2027ME 491Mechanical Engineering Projects I
Spring 2027ME 492Mechanical Engineering Projects II
Spring 2027ME 699Advanced Independent Study
Spring 2027ME 790Master's Research and Thesis
Spring 2027ME 890Phd Research and Thesis
Spring 2027ME 990Dissertator Research and Thesis
Spring 2027ME 999Advanced Independent Study
Fall 2026EMA 201Statics
Fall 2026ME 491Mechanical Engineering Projects I
Fall 2026ME 699Advanced Independent Study
Fall 2026ME 790Master's Research and Thesis
Fall 2026ME 890Phd Research and Thesis
Fall 2026ME 990Dissertator Research and Thesis

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