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Original student reviews · all captured dates
Super easy class. Did not like the drawing portion at the start of the semester, but the CAD modelling was easy and I actually learned a lot, all be it mostly on my own. The final project was decently time intensive but it really depends on your group. Kate herself was a very kind and caring person.Rate My Professors ↗
Professor Fu is a kind professor who is easy to access. However, the lectures are somewhat boring and don't have much to do with anything grade-related. The weekly homework assignments weren't bad, but some of the SolidWorks assignments were annoying. If you enjoy using SolidWorks, you should have no problem with this class.Rate My Professors ↗
She's amazing. Honestly can't believe her score on here is as low as it is.Rate My Professors ↗
Fu has an ego like no other. Stopped showing up after week 1.Rate My Professors ↗
Attendance was mandatory for discussion but not lecture.Her class was easy as long as you did your work. Assignments where you get walked through SolidWorks more would be helpful instead of throwing people into the deep end. She was super accommodating of mental health issues, being super flexible with extensions and I felt like she genuinely caredRate My Professors ↗
The class is very easy and you seriously don't need to attend lecture after the drawing unit. She doesn't like when people whisper during lecture. When you get to Solidworks, use your lab time to get it done. They don't take long, but you will probably get stuck on something and having your TA to help is nice. Lots of opportunity for extra credit.Rate My Professors ↗
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ME 231 introduces geometric modeling and computer-aided design for mechanical design and manufacturing.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Kate Fu is described as kind, caring, and helpful, with some reviewers noting her flexibility regarding mental health and extensions. However, significant disagreement exists regarding lecture value, with some calling them pointless or useless while others find her helpful for SolidWorks. One reviewer reported public shaming for talking, contrasting with others' positive experiences.
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2022–Spring 2026ME 790 is a directed study course for Mechanical Engineering graduate students to conduct research projects arranged with an instructor.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
No recorded grade history
ME 890 is a PhD research and thesis course offering directed study projects arranged with an instructor.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
No recorded grade history
ME 990 is a directed study course for Mechanical Engineering PhD students to conduct dissertation research and thesis work arranged with an instructor.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
No recorded grade history
ME 999 is an advanced independent study course where students engage in directed study projects arranged with an instructor.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
No recorded grade history
Teaching history may be incomplete. Course pages contain course-specific feedback and citations.
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